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Dennis James Anderson Sr.
1938 - 2016
Dennis James Anderson Sr.
1938 - 2016
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Dennis Anderson Obituary
Dennis was born on September 19, 1938 in New Haven, CT to parents August and Bridget Anderson. He received a BS and Master's Degree in Education from SCSU and a Sixth Year from Fairfield University. He served as a Special Education and Math teacher in the New Haven Public Schools system for over 35 years.
He was a great family man and a loving father. Denny, or "Coach" was a social, active man who was deeply involved in coaching baseball, basketball and soccer for the majority of his life. He enjoyed gardening, the beach, sports and jazz.
Dennis is survived by his devoted wife of 50 years, Mary Jane Anderson, of Clinton, CT; his children, Dennis Anderson Jr, of Malden, MA; Gretchen (Jeffrey) Rondini of New Milford, CT; and Craig (Amy) Anderson of Danbury CT. He will be missed by his grandchildren, Sarah, Andrew, Lillian and Evelyn. He is preceded in death by his siblings Lillian Weidner, George (Bill) Anderson, and Marion (Betty) Donovan. He is survived by his siblings Harold Anderson, Margaret Kent, Patricia Anderson and John Anderson and many nieces and nephews.
Family wishes to thank all family, friends and healthcare providers who gave Dennis and his family so much love, support and prayers.
Calling hours will be held on Tuesday Feb. 16th, from 9-11am in St. Lawrence Church, 7 Hemlock Dr., Killingworth. A Mass of Christian Burial will begin at 11am in church. A private burial will follow at All Saints Cemetery, N. Haven. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Alzheimer's Association (http://act.alz.org/goto/DennisAnderson)
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Chris Vegliante
February 23, 2016
We offer our sincerest, heart felt condolences to the Anderson family. It always brought a smile to our faces seeing Dennis and Mary Jane at Mass on Sundays. A devoted follower of the Boston Celtics he often had a pithy comment regarding their standings during the season. I certainly know that I am better for having had the good fortune to know him. May Almighty God bless and keep you and may He strengthen and support the Anderson family in this time of loss. Our prayers are with you.
February 16, 2016
To the Anderson Family. My deepest sympathy in your great loss. I have many fond memories of Dennis. I was the school secretary at Hill Central and Dennis was the vice-principal. What a great person. Every Wed. I went to my mom's for lunch and would bring back a pepper sandwich to Dennis.Lorraine Burns
Brian
February 16, 2016
Mrs. Anderson, Dennis, Gretchen and Craig. I am so sorry I was unable to be there. I have a few very fond memories of Mr. Anderson and all of them make me laugh when Dennis and I get together. I was lucky to have met him. If any of you need anything during this difficult time please do not hesitate to reach out.
Paul Del Gobbo
February 15, 2016
My deepest condolences to the entire family and his many friends. I first met Dennis many, many years ago in New Haven. He was a wonderful man who surely will be greatly missed. May God rest his soul.
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February 14, 2016
Aunt Mary Jane and cousins,
I am so sorry I cannot be there to honor Uncle Denny. I loved him and will always keep him in my heart. He was a huge presence, fun loving and extremely caring and the world is a better place because he was here with us. Love Mary Lynn
Stacy
February 14, 2016
Our condolences to the Anderson family
Mr. Anderson was my math teacher at Cooperative High School in the 80's
He was a funny and nice man.
Prayers to the family
Sincerely
Stacy c/o 86'
February 14, 2016
My deepest condolence to your family. May the God who gives comfort make your heart strong during this difficult time.
sandra kollman
February 14, 2016
We would like to send our condolences to the Anderson family from the Moore family of Windermere Fl and Boca Raton Fl..He will be greatly missed..We are truly sorry he was a great man..He was our tutor for many years..And was our fathers friend since elementary school..We got to know him and his wonderful family through out the years. John, Phyllis,Theresa and Sandra Moore
Ed & Eileen Annino
February 13, 2016
We had the pleasure of meeting the Anderson Family many years ago when our kids were in grammar school. Dennis was such a wonderful man/father and a gentle person. He will be missed. May God Bless all of you and keep you in His care.
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