Anne Theresa Anderson (8/8/1944 - 4/27/2024)

Anne Theresa Anderson (Farrell), 79, peacefully passed away on April 27, 2024 in Scottsdale, Arizona. She was surrounded with love and in the presence of her husband of 58 years, Jack Anderson.

Anne was born on August 8, 1944 in Revere, Massachusetts to Frank and Mary Farrell. She shared fond memories of growing up in Revere with her siblings, Frank “Chickey” Farrell and Tommy Farrell, both of whom precede her in death. She especially loved spending time with her Nana, Grace O’Brien in Winthrop.

Anne graduated from Revere High School in 1962. Post high school, she worked at the Massachusetts State House Department of Labor and Eastern Airlines.

Anne and Jack got married in March of 1967, after having known each other since 5th grade! Jack first saw Anne when she came off the school bus at Julia Wardhowe School in Beachmont. Whether it was the long single braid of red hair or the way she carried her books, Jack knew then and there that she was the one for him. Years later, Jack asked her to go to the junior prom, and the rest was history.

In 1967, Jack and Anne decided to start their family. They shared four children, John, Lauren, Meridith, and Ryan. Anne was “Nana” to five grandchildren who she loved dearly; Devyn, Cameron, Brooke, Anabelle, and Gianna.

Jack and Anne lived in many beautiful places, moving from Boston to Los Angeles, Honolulu, San Diego, San Francisco, and Dallas. When they retired, they moved back to San Diego, where they lived for 20 years before moving to Arizona to be close to family.

In each of these locations, Anne enjoyed gardening and tending to her yard. She filled her home, gardens, and meals with love and grace. However, there was nothing more she loved than being a Nana to her grandkids.

Anne’s final days were peacefully spent at Hospice Sherman House in Scottsdale, Arizona with her family by her side.

A celebration of Anne’s life will be held on June 1, 2024 in Barrington, RI, where friends and family will gather to share stories and laughter in memory of a life well-lived. 

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