David Edward Anderson Sr.

1944 - 2017

David Edward Anderson Sr., 72 of Manchester, beloved father of David E. Anderson Jr., of Austin, TX, Tyler B. Anderson of Steamboat Springs, CO, John C. Anderson of Boston, MA and William C. Anderson and his wife, Katharine Ann Anderson of Suffield passed away Sunday, May 28, 2017 at St. Francis Hospital, Hartford. Also surviving is his sister, Janet Platz and her husband, Daniel of Andover, a nephew, Ethan Platz and a niece, Alaina Platz. Mr. Anderson was born August 25, 1944 in Providence, RI, son of the late Leonard E. and Barbara (Grogan) Anderson and had resided in Manchester for most of his life. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by a sister, Karen Anderson. After graduating from Manchester High School, he earned his Bachelor's degree in English from Dartmouth College and later an MBA at Columbia University. He was a U.S. Army veteran. After completing his undergraduate degree, David began a successful career with Continental Bank in Chicago, and he eventually helped open their offices in New York City. After his business career, David worked at Home Depot in Manchester for more than a decade, where he found a second family. David loved to work with his hands, golf, fish, and spend time with family and friends. Family and friends are invited to attend memorial calling hours Thursday, June 1, 2017 at St. Mary's Episcopal Church 41 Park Street Manchester from 11am to 12pm, followed with a Memorial Service at 12pm. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers memorial contribution may be made to St. Mary's Handicap Accessibility Fund 41 Park St. Manchester, CT 06040. To leave a message of condolence for his family please visit www.holmes-watkinsfuneralhomes.com