Obituary: Anna Barbara Anderson

Anna Barbara Anderson of 43 Saybrook Rd Higganum, passed away on June 20 of
this year while being treated for cardiac arrest at Yale New Haven hospital. She is
survived by her son William Anderson, her daughter Veronica Anderson, her partner
Gene Grenier, and nieces and grandchildren.
Anna was a loving parent and partner. She had moved to Higganum just five years
ago but loved the area and the people. She had recently retired from her position as
Controller at UCFS Healthcare, ending a long career in finance. She had recently joined
the United Church of Higganum and Haddam and almost immediately made an impact
by filling a vacancy in the broadcasting of services on the internet. She also had
recently joined the Club 60 group and was immediately recognized as a leader and
recruited by the board to take over for the retiring president. As an active member of the
Ct dance community specializing in swing, tango, and other dance styles, she had
traveled to South America and other distant locations for seminars and instruction. Also,
she has been a long-time board member of the Shoreline Swing group, which holds
monthly dances with live music.
In past years, she enjoyed boating with her family and motorcycling as a passenger.
Although not a golfer, she loved to ride along in the golf cart and keep score. Any
activity that required brain power was up her alley.
It goes without saying that she will be missed and remembered by all that knew her.
Per her wishes, Anna was cremated. There will be a celebration of her life at the United
Congregational Church of Haddam and Higganum on July 30.