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Barbara Anderson Obituary
She lost her husband, Ivan Wilbur "Will" Anderson in 2007, and her oldest son, Erik in 1995. She is survived by three of her children, Dale Ely of New London, Todd Anderson of Bear, Del., and Jodi Smits Anderson of Albany, N.Y. Bobbie was also a proud grandmother to six and great-grandmother to seven.
She handled her difficult last few years, most of the time, with dignity and good cheer. She was well loved, and we will miss her. Please join us at a memorial for Bobbie at 2 p.m. this Friday, June 14, at the Groton Congregational Church, 162 Monument Street.
Cards may be sent to Jodi Smits Anderson, 840 Jay St., Albany, NY 12203-1625. Donations may be sent to either support the recreational activities that kept Bobbie active at Groton Regency, Genesis Health Care, 1145 Poquonnock Road, Groton, CT 06340-4620 Attn: Recreation Fund, or to Alzheimer's research through the foundation at www.Alz.org.
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Memories and Condolences
for Barbara Anderson
June 18, 2013
I was born on your mother's birthday. We all lived in the 3 story house owned by my grandfather Charles Wilhelm. Oma, my great-grandmother lived on the first floor. My mother Cynthia Allyn & my father Charlie (Shorty) Wilhelm & I (Susanne) lived on the 3rd floor. Bobbie, Teddy, Aunt Agnes & Uncle Ted lived on the second floor. I would love to share my memories of your mother with you. My phone number is (239) 823-9679. I'm very sorry for your loss. I really loved Bobbie. Sincerely, Susanne Wilhelm Bradley
Courtland Kinnie
June 17, 2013
So sorry to read of your Mom's passing. Such a lovely lady with such a gentle voice. My parents treasured their friendship with your parents. They had a lot of great times together at Starr Hill and here at the farm. I will forever miss seeing them all together and all the good times they shared. They truly were the greatest generation. My thoughts and prayers are with you
Margaretha & Gunnar Larsson
June 14, 2013
So sorry to hear of Bobbie's passing.
We met her 25 years ago, together with her husband and Jodi when they visited Will's Swedish family.
We had a wonderful week together.
Margaretha o Gunnar Larsson
June 14, 2013
So sorry to hear of Bobbie's passing.
We met her together with her husband and Jodi 25 years ago, when they visited Will's Swedish family. We had a wonderful week together.
Laurie Capener
June 14, 2013
Dear Dale, Todd and Jodi, I was so sorry to hear about your mother's passing. Susanne Wilhelm Bradley, your mother's first cousin, is my mother. She has shared many wonderful memories about your mother with me over the years. I wish I could have met her, and all of you. Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this time. God bless you all.
Kevin Leyland
June 13, 2013
Dale, Todd and Jodi, So sorry to hear of your mom's passing. I have many great memories from your house on Starr Hill Rd. Your mom always treated me like family. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Inge, Joost, Mariëtte, Ivo Smits
June 13, 2013
You are in our thoughts.
Craig Fleming
June 12, 2013
It is by the most remarkable and sad coincidence that I happened upon news of Bobbie's passing. I am her first cousin 1x removed. My grandmother was Ruth Barraclough, younger sister of Bobbie's father William E. Barraclough.
I recently added Barbara Alice to our family tree, having only learned of our relation last week. Doing further research I found the sad news of her passing.
I'm sorry I never got to meet her. I'm sure she was loved and cherished. I send my heartfelt condolences to her family and friends.
Lydia Gould Bessler
June 12, 2013
Jodi,
I was so sorry to hear about you losing your mom! I think of how her smile made her whole face glow. That glow was contagious. It was impossible to do anything but smile once I saw her smiling.
I think you inherited that contagious part!
Love,
Kathy Macri
June 12, 2013
Jodi and family - Please accept my deepest sympathy on the loss of your mom. Your words were a wonderful tribute to a life well lived.
My thoughts are withyou.
Bill Petell
June 12, 2013
My sincere condolences. I am so sorry for your loss.
June 12, 2013
Barbara and I attended school together from Kindergarten ( with Doris Bindloss) until graduation from SHS
( 1946) I hope to join her soon in the gr4at school room in the sky!!!
Arthur Richards
June 12, 2013
Jodi and family- your folks were "top Shelf" and I think of both often, They gave a LOT to humanity. You were fortunate! I was not aware that Erick had also Passed. I certainly would like to know how you have fared since you entered College, You may not recall Art & Marylin from the "Days of your youth." God Bless and speed her journey. ([email protected])
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