Carl A Anderson, 70 of Rocky Hill passed away peacefully on Tuesday March 19, surrounded by his loving family. Born and raised in West Hartford to the late Albin and Elsie Anderson. He graduated from Conard High and attended University of Hartford before embarking on a 36 year career at Northeast Utilities. Carl is survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Jeannine and his three children. His son Ken and his wife Cindy, his two daughters Joy Anderson-Nowak and Amy Anderson. Along with four adoring grandchildren who affectionately called him "Buddy", christopher and Nicole Anderson and Victoria and Andrew Nowak. Carl is also survived by his sister Barbara Horton and a special brother-in-law Phil St. Laurent. He was predeceased by his sister Dorothy Murphy. Carl overcame many physical challenges starting with polio at age 6 and many other health issues throughout his life, but now he is at peace and pain free. He enjoyed his children's activities including swimteam, scouting and drum corps. He was an avid Hartford Whaler's fan, serving as their booster Club president for several years. Most days he could be found enjoying NASCAR and hockey with his best four-legged friend and constant companion Racer. His kind and generous nature will be greatly missed by everyone. A service will be held Saturday March 23rd at 11:00 am in Trinity Episcopal Church, 345 Main Street, Portland, followed by a Celebration. Interment will be private. For online guest book please visit www.Brooklawnfuneralhome.com

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Published by Hartford Courant on Mar. 22, 2019.

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Phil Goodsell

April 27, 2019

Carl and I go back to 14 years old. He and I met Jeannine together. He was best man at my wedding. Many memories over all the years.
In recent years we grew apart and I will always regret that. He was my oldest and dearest friend. Someday I will see him again.
My love and sympathies to Jeannine, Kenny, joy and Amy.

Debi Chenette

March 29, 2019

Joy, so sorry for your loss. Thinking about you and Victoria and Andrew. Take care.

Joanne Purcaro

March 29, 2019

So sorry for your loss, Amy I am thinking of you .

Joanne Formica Purcaro

Kristen Southwick

March 28, 2019

To Mr. Carl Anderson's wonderful family,

It was a true blessing to be able to care for Carl. He was an incredible patient and your family bond is special. I will never forget you all. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Kristen Southwick, St. Francis ICU Nurse

The Rev. Jerry Carroon

March 24, 2019

As a past President of the Hartford Whaler Booster Club I join with all of our members in expressing our condolences on the passing of our dear frienfd and brother Carl.

Jeff Dean

March 24, 2019

You will be missed. The swim meets, the fireworks, the vette, and my random dropping by the house in the 80s. Lots of fond memories.

Marty and Joyce Roy

March 23, 2019

Our condolences to you Jeannine and your family .
We just learned of Carl's passing this evening.
I have so many good memories of hanging out with Carl and Bob Gatzen on Foley st during our early teenage years.

Kenneth Atkinson

March 23, 2019

Jeanine i was sad hear of Carl passing he and you great people,i remember some great times joking with Carl back in the Whalers days

Jean Miller-Smith

March 23, 2019

Dear Jeanine & Children,
I intended to be at Carl's service this morning, but got it in my head that it was at Trinity Church in Middletown.
Whenever I think of Carl, I think of the first summer Rocky Hill had it's Rec Swim team and how much fun it was to troop all over the state to different meets. What a joyous time that was! You are all in my prayers.

MARCIA PARADIS

March 23, 2019

To Joy and family
So sad to hear the news of your dad passing. It is so hard to lose a parent. My prayers are with you all
Stay strong for each other
Your friend
Marcia Paradis

James Richardson

March 22, 2019

Jeannine & Family . The news of Carl's death brought a great sense of loss . Some people inspire others ,even as they face tough times themselves . Carl was one of those special kinds of people. He will be greatly missed.

Don Allan

March 22, 2019

Dear Jeannine and family,
I was so sorry to hear thru Dave Wadstrup about Carl's passing. I've known Carl since he started working for NU in the engineering department. He was always very friendly, anxious to learn and appreciative of having a good job with what was then an exciting company to work for. He also fell in love with the Whalers and was its biggest booster as Club president. It was because of him that my wife and I bought season tickets to try to save the Whalers. He was able to get a hockey stick for our granddaughter that was signed by her hero, Keith Primeau. In recent years he joined our Lunch Bunch, a group of NU engineering department retirees. He really enjoyed these monthly gatherings with those he had worked with for 25 - 36 years and we enjoyed having him with us. We will miss him a lot, but will have very good memories of his time with us and how he persevered in spite of his medical problems, starting at Newington Children's Hospital where he began his battle back from polio.
Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time.

Peter Webb

March 22, 2019

Remembering all the great fun/ work with Carl over the 30 plus years at NU, will always consider him a good friend.
Jeannine , Sorry you & your families loss.

Maria Camarco

March 22, 2019

Jeannine & Family. So sorry to hear of Carl's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Mike & Liz Costa

March 22, 2019

Jeannine & Family, Liz and I are so sorry to hear about Carl's passing. Our condolences to you and your entire family. I'll always cherish the years of working with him at Northeast Utilities, the hundreds of hockey games we saw together and our trips and efforts with the Booster Club. He was one of the kindest and most generous people I've ever known; ALWAYS going out of his way to help anyone that needed a hand. If there was a Hockey Hall of Fame for fans and people, Carl would certainly be there.

Chuck & Barbara Robison

March 22, 2019

Jeannine and Family,
We send you prayers, blessings, and love as you walk through this difficult journey.
With Deepest Sympathy,
Chuck and Barbara Robison

Shari Taft Hennequin

March 22, 2019

I'm so sorry for your loss of your Dad he was a great person

March 22, 2019

Dear Jeannine & family, I'm sorry to hear about Carl, my thoughts & prayers are with you all. Carl was always a kind gentleman. My husband & I retired to Royalton Vt., & as I look out a window here with the second day of spring with 8"of snow I think I see Carl smiling. Carl will watch over you forever!
Sincerely, Holly Choinski Stackowitz

Bob Murphy

March 22, 2019

Carl was great person and a good friend. I am very glad he was a part of my life. Those who were fortunate enough to have known him will miss him. My condolences to Jeannine, family, and all who loved Carl

Audra Ekstrom

March 22, 2019

Jeannine and Family, I am sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Diane Dowdell

March 22, 2019

My condolences to you and your family. Carl will be truly missed. God Bless

Janet Orde

March 22, 2019

Jeannine, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Carl. You always spoke of him so lovingly, and I cant imagine the depth of your loss. You, and your family are in my thoughts and prayers, Im sending you lots of love and strength!

Leslie Bustamante

March 22, 2019

Carl holds a special place in our hearts. Growing up across the street we all shared wonderful memories with him. May he rest in peace in God's glory.

Rick Martyn

March 22, 2019

So sorry to hear this news...
My condolences...

Pam civiello

March 22, 2019

Dear Jeannine and Family. I am sorry for the loss of your husband and father. Please know I am thinking of you and your family at this difficult time and know you have a friend if you need to talk. Prayers to you and your family.

Muffin Marino

March 22, 2019

Jeannine, I'm so sorryfor your loss. My prayers are with you

Suzanne OLeary

March 22, 2019

Terrible outcome, no longer suffering! Jeannine and Amy, Joy and Carl, your Dad was special and loved by all. I loved that man and Jeannine for a longtime, maybe we can help your mom get through this!

Cheryl Darby

March 22, 2019

To all of the Anderson Family, Andrew and Victoria: Our sincere condolences for your immense and painful loss. May you all have strength and love surrounding you all. Thoughts, hearts, prayers are with all of you. Love, The Darby's

Joanne Cortesa (President HWBC)

March 22, 2019

To Jeannine and Family, On behalf of the Hartford Whalers Booster Club and I, we want to send our condolences and prayers to your entire family on the loss of Carl. Carl was a fun loving person. He was president when I was membership chairperson. He loved the Whalers. He always went on hockey trips, year end banquets and other club related Whalers events. He will be missed.

Beverly Quinn

March 22, 2019

Jeannine and Family, So sorry for your loss of Carl, husband, father, friend.
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special angel in heaven to watch over you.

March 22, 2019

Dear Jeannine & Family, I was so sad to hear of Carl's passing. My deepest condolences. We had a lot of laughs and stories over the years! Even with all his pain and difficulties, he still had a laugh and a kind word for everyone around him. He made my years at NU so much better and I will always treasure my memories of all those Whaler games with you guys. My thoughts are with you all.

Sincerely,
Fred Glazier

Linda Horan

March 22, 2019

Dear Jeannine and Family, So sorry for the loss of your husband Carl. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. Linda and Gerald Horan

Luke E. DiMaria and the Staff of Brooklawn Funeral Home/Giuliano-Sagarino

March 22, 2019

We extend our deepest sympathies at this time and thank you for entrusting us with the care of your loved one.

Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.

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