She was born in Waterbury, CT on October 10, 1922 to the late Howard and Elizabeth Holcomb. She earned her Master’s Degree in Education from UCONN and taught English at N.F.A. for 27 years.
Lois was energetic and passionate about everything she did. She was part of a bridge club, played tennis, loved to swim, ski and travel with friends and family, garden around her home and read. Literature and history were her interests and she meticulously kept a personal journal throughout her life. Her connection to N.F.A. continued after retirement as a Curator for the Slater Memorial Museum on campus.
She was predeceased by both her husbands; Robert M. Anderson and Robert Burnham and her daughter; Gail Tsanjoures, and is survived by her son; Robert H. Anderson, step-sons;Gary, Donald, and Daniel Burnham Grandchildren; Robert M and Joseph D Anderson, step-grandchildren;Hannah and Sofia Burnham and a special Goddaughter, Jan Albert.
Donations in Lois’ memory may be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital. Services are private at the convenience of the family.
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