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Laurel Anderson Obituary

Laurel Ann (Davidson) Anderson, 40, beloved wife of W. Peter Anderson and loving mother of her daughter Leah of Glastonbury, died Wednesday, (October 23, 2002) in Hartford Hospital, Palliative Care Unit, after a long struggle with breast cancer. The only daughter of George and Lorraine (Dean) Davidson, she was born in Cambridge, MA, February 13, 1962. She attended Lexington, MA and Bedford, MA. Public schools, graduating in 1980 from Bedford High School as a member of the National Honor Society, American Field Service and various sports activities. She traveled extensively throughout Europe spending summers in Germany with AFS; attending University of Salzburg; as well as personal trips with close lifelong friends. She graduated from the University of Maine/Orono in 1984. In 1994 she enrolled in Capital Community Technical College, School of Nursing, in Hartford, graduating Magna cum Laude in 1996. She was a member of Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society. Diagnosed with breast cancer in late 1995, she went on to complete her nursing degree and worked in the North 10 Cardiac Care Unit of Hartford Hospital. She was a most dedicated nurse with a love for all things living. She leaves a legacy of a loving spirit, a kind and caring nature, a delightful sense of humor and a passionate enjoyment of life and living. She touched all of us with her sensitivity and love. In addition to her husband and daughter, Laurel is survived by her mother, Lorraine D. Phoenix and Clement Nickerson of Brunswick, ME; her father and step mother, George and Ann Davidson of Watertown, MA; and two brothers, Dana G. Davidson and his family of Barrington, RI, and Evan J. Davidson and his family of Brewster, MA; relatives in Maine, Illinois, Massachusetts and Michigan; and many close and loving neighbors, friends, caregivers, co-workers and support groups. Friends and relatives are invited to attend a funeral service at St. James Episcopal Church on October 28, 1 p.m. Calling hours will be held Sunday, October 27, 5-8 p.m., at the Glastonbury Funeral Home, 450 New London Turnpike, Glastonbury, 06033. It is Laurel's request that in lieu of flowers, those wishing make a donation to the Laurel D. Anderson Nursing Scholarship Fund, c/o Capital Community College, 950 Main Street, Hartford, CT 06103.

Published by Hartford Courant on Oct. 25, 2002.
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W. Peter Anderson

October 31, 2002

Laurel and I met 10 years ago, at the Family Resource Center, after the birth of our kids. Through the years she has provided me with witty insights and tons of smiles and laughter. Those moments, I cherish and will never forget. Heaven has truly gained an angel. My deepest condolences to Peter and Leah as they travel yet another road and enter a new life. My family's prayers and thoughts will be with you. God Bless you.

Karin

October 27, 2002

It is impossible to think of Laurel without picturing her laughing. Whether it was goofing on each other in class, or accidentally dying her hair red in Germany--she maintained an unmatched sense of humor. Her loss is deeply felt.

I offer my sincere condolences to her husband Peter, her daughter Leah, her brothers Dana and Evan, and especially to her mother Lorraine (from whom I suspect she first learned to laugh). I wish you all strength in this difficult time.

Richard Greene

October 26, 2002

Anyone who ever met Laurel knows what a truly special, loving person she was. I first met her at the Manchester Y-Me Breast Cancer Support Group in 1996. I can't tell you how many times she made us laugh with her humorous views on life, love and breast cancer! It was very apparent that she ADORED her daughter, Leah. Her whole face would light up whenever she talked about Leah.

Laurel, my sweet little friend, I love you and will miss you. You will be remembered, always, by all your friends in Y-ME.

Elise Sawtelle Cross

October 25, 2002

Laurel was my friend and neighbor but much more like my sister. She will be missed by my entire family. Her legacy will live on in Leah and the scholarship to Capitol College. We are very proud of her accomplishments. Our love to Peter, Leah, and her entire family.

Robin

October 25, 2002

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