He was the best granddad I could ever ask for my other granddad. I don’t know that well

I'm so sad to learn of Steve's passing. He was my doctoral advisor at UConn and was a great mentor and support during my time there. I learned so much from him that I have carried forward into my own career as a therapist and professor. He was always reliable for a snack or some encouraging words when things got difficult. I valued his directness and honesty. I was talking to him about my wife and I debating trying to start a family and being worried that it wasn't a good time since I was still in school and he told me "there's never a good time - just pick a time and try it." One of many bits of advice that were so important to me. I'll be holding him and his family in the light during this time.

I extend my sincere condolences to Dr. Stephen Anderson’s family and loved ones. I was deeply saddened to hear of his passing. Steve was my mentor and advisor at UConn, and I was among the many graduate students fortunate to work under his guidance. We shared hard work and laughter as we learned about families, research, and what it meant to develop a strong work ethic. Steve taught us well and prepared us for life and work beyond graduate school. I hold him in the deepest esteem and remain grateful for the foundation he gave me in academics and research. A true professional in every sense. Thinking of his family during this difficult time. 
With sympathy, Jennifer.

My condolences to the Anderson family
My prayers are with you during these difficult times 
RIP Mr Anderson

Nate and Family, we send our deepest condolences and prayers to you all during this difficult time. May you find peace, comfort and strength in the days ahead. 

With love and sympathy, 
Malik, Whitney, and Aliyah

My deepest condolences for your loss dear Nate, Kimberley, Zooey, Mrs. Anderson and other members of your family!  You are in my thoughts!

Dear Nate, Zooey, and Kim,

Although we did not speak the same language and never had the opportunity to have many conversations, every time I saw him, he greeted me with such warmth and kindness. There was a beautiful sense of peace in his presence, especially in the way he loved and cared for his family, his wife, and his granddaughters.

The last time I saw him was in June, when I went to bring Zooey to his home. He gave me a warm hug, asked about my daughter, and was genuinely happy to hear that we were both doing well. He invited me to stay for dinner, and although I couldn’t stay, he hugged me again before I left and said goodbye with so much love and peace.

I will always remember that feeling of peace whenever I was around him. Even without many words, his kindness spoke for itself. I feel grateful to have crossed paths with him, and I will carry that beautiful memory in my heart. May he rest in eternal peace. 🕊️🤍

I met Stephen at only happy occasions when he came with Beth to Zooey’s birthday parties. Also, I had the privilege of being invited to several Shabbat dinners at their home in the city or out east during the summer. He was actively engaged in the kitchen getting everything ready on time. My granddaughter swears that his mashed potatoes were the best and he shared with me his secret ingredient. I will try my best to serve Zooey this dish in his honor. We had many wonderful conversations and I looked forward every year to meeting him and Beth at Calhoun’s grandparents day. I will miss him tremendously at these events and I hope that he finds eternal peace. 
From Victoria

Dear Nate,
So sorry for your loss. There really aren’t any words to make things better. May his memory  and the knowledge  that he lives on in you and Zooey, always bring you joy. Thinking of you and your family. 
Our deepest condolences and sending you much love,
Ziba and Greg

Dear Nate & Family - We are so very sorry to hear of your dad’s passing.  We understand how difficult it can be to lose a parent.  Though it’s the “natural order” of things, it doesn’t make it any less painful to process and endure.  We are sure you will take him with you through all of your fond memories. 
With love and care,
Jackie, Cosi, Lucas & Silas

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Stephen Anderson

November 30, 1948 – August 28, 2026

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