Daniel R. Anderson

Daniel Rogers Anderson, 76, of Peace Dale passed away on Saturday, March 11, 2023. He was the beloved husband of Jacquelyn (Harris) Anderson.

Born in Warwick, RI, he was the son of the late Henry Carl Anderson and Julia B. (Mitchell) Anderson.

Dan lived in Warwick during his younger years, graduating from Pilgrim High School and the Community College of RI. His working years were spent at Derector Shipyard and Electric Boat, where he was a first class shipfitter. Dan was a skilled hobbyist, who loved creating wonderful keepsakes from stained glass, and freely gifted his creations to many people. Dan enjoyed collected Volkswagon memorabilia and had an extensive collection of all things pertaining to his beloved “bug”. Dan and Jackie appreciated all aspects of Celtic culture; they traveled to Ireland several times, and also to the Canadian Gaeltacht for Irish immersion week for countless years.

In addition to his wife, Dan is survived by two stepsons, Frank A. Frisella and Michael H. Frisella, and 6 grandchildren. He is also survived by his brother H. Carl Anderson and his sister Sally A. Allen, 4 nieces and nephews, and several grand nieces and nephews.

A visitation will be held on Friday, March 24th from 4-6pm at Avery-Storti Funeral Home, 88 Columbia St. Wakefield, RI 02879. A celebration of life will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Habitat for Humanity.