Denise Anderson Spencer, 63, of Lakewood, NJ, passed away on May 5, 2020. She was born in Englewood, NJ, and lived in Bergen County until moving to Toms River where she had resided for many years. Denise loved the summer and enjoyed being outdoors and lounging by the pool. She loved shopping and having fun with her family, especially her grandchildren. Denise was predeceased by her father John Anderson. She is survived by her daughter Tara DeSantis and husband Michael, her mother Madeline Anderson, her sister Barbara Murray and husband John, and her sister Laurie Anderson. Denise is also survived by her beloved grandchildren Makayla, Addison, and Christian, her nieces and nephews, and her extended family and friends. Services are private and under the direction of Anderson & Campbell Funeral Home of Toms River, NJ.