Edward D. Anderson, age 87, of Fall River, formerly of Newington, CT passed away Tuesday, November 20, 2012 in Adams House in Fall River. He was the husband of the late Stella E. Anderson.
He was born in Westbrook, ME the son of David S. and Sadie (Grapham) Anderson.
Mr. Anderson was a graduate of the University of Maine and was employed as a Nurseryman until his retirement. He was known as an expert arborist. Edward served in the United States Navy during World War II.
Survivors include his 2 daughters; Debra A. Felder and her husband Lloyd and Pamela A. Williams and her husband Scott all of Dartmouth, 3 grandchildren Laura and Daniel Felder and Lia Williams, a brother Donald Anderson and his wife Winnie of Mars Hill, ME and many nieces and nephews. He was the brother of the late Dorothy Lawrence and Wesley Anderson.
A graveside service will be held Saturday, December 8, 2012 at 11 AM in Kings Grove Cemetery in Mars Hill, Maine. Relatives and friends are invited. Contributions in his honor may be made to Adam’s House, 1168 Highland Ave, Fall River, MA 02720.