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Alfred "Pat" Anderson, 89

 

Long time North Adams resident, Alfred (Pat) Anderson died peacefully in his sleep on January 22 at the age of 89. Pat was the second of four sons of Francis (Andy) Anderson and Ruth (Jacob) Anderson. He was predeceased by his older brother John (Jack) and his younger brother Neil. He is survived by his brother, Steve, who lives in Ford City Pennsylvania.

Pat was born and raised in North Adams surrounded by his extended family in the neighborhood that he fondly referred to as “the five roads.” He and his life long friends attended Houghton Elementary School and Drury High School. Pat loved sports and played on the Drury High basketball and baseball teams. Upon graduation from high school, Pat enlisted in the U.S. Navy where he proudly served his country as a radioman aboard the USS Dennis J. Buckley during the Korean War. After returning from military service, he enrolled at North Adams State Teachers College. In college he earned his teaching degree, played basketball, and began to date the cheerleader who would become his wife, Alice (Molloy).

After college, Pat and Alice got married, bought a house, raised three children and spent their careers teaching in the North Adams Public schools. Pat taught 7th and 8th grade science at the former Freeman Junior High School and the North Adams Middle School until his retirement in 1994. Shortly after his retirement, he lost his beloved wife Alice who died in 1998. Pat continued to live, “up on the hill,” at his home on Natural Bridge Road where he enjoyed years of playing golf as a member of the North Adams Country Club, taking long walks through the Natural Bridge State Park, visiting with his neighbors (and supplying their dogs with treats), feeding the birds, and enjoying visits from his children and grandchildren. He also continued his enthusiasm for sports as he followed his Boston sports teams through many years of ups and downs. During his last year, Pat lived in Sudbury, MA at Bridges Memory Care Assisted Living.

Pat leaves behind his three children, Julie Hebble and her husband John Hebble of Sudbury MA, Betsy Anderson and her husband Mickey Zibello of Cambridge MA, and Dan Anderson and his wife Denise O’Donovan of Amherst MA. He also leaves his 7 grandchildren, Tom, Patrick and Emily Hebble, Noah and Eli Zibello, and Emma Jo and Lucy Anderson. His great grandson, Max Hebble, will also miss his visits to Bridges to share some ice cream with his great grandfather. In addition to his immediate family, Pat also leaves behind many nieces, nephews, grand nieces and grand nephews, with whom he enjoyed many years of visits and family celebrations.

A Liturgy of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday January 26, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Elizabeth Church in North Adams, MA. Burial with military honors will follow in the family plot. Calling Hours will take place on Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at St. Elizabeth Church. To add to the Book of Memories, please visit flynndagnolifuneralhomes.com.


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Mr. Anderson was one of my favorite teachers as a child. I was new at school and very anxious but he was always so kind and patient with me. I have always remembered his gentle spirit.
Blessings to you all and your memories that sustain you.
from: Kelley(King)Bulmeron: 01-30-2024

So sorry for your loss. RIP Sir.
from: Heather Brown Ellsworthon: 01-30-2024

Mr. Anderson was always my favorite teacher at Freeman School. He always had a wonderful smile, and something nice to say. We are very sorry to hear of his passing, please extend or sympathy to the family. RIP!
from: Glenn and Sandy Girardon: 01-27-2024

I Remember Pat and Alice living upstairs from us on Prospect st. when I was growing up. Though he wasn't a part of my live after they moved I often thought about him. I'm so sorry for your loss.
from: Eileen Charonon: 01-27-2024

I am so sorry to read of Pat's passing. I like to think that he and Alice are together again. They were such a wonderful couple.
from: Barbara (Scarbeau) Plonaon: 01-26-2024

To he Anderson Family .
So sorry about your loss
I remember having Mr. Anderson as my science teacher at North Adams Middle School in the old conte school and actually being in the cubicles outside in the redhouse. Because when I went you had the Red, White and Blue houses. We also had the school itself for our other teachers {Classes) he taught me with science that I used later on for my culinary degree. (I don't use much of that anymore due to my 2nd degree) And meeting him the 2 years prior at the Windsor Lake Campground (Fish Pond)
from his wife Miss Alice and I had her as my 4th grade teacher and she introducing us students to him on our overnight stay for the field trip.
I'm glad they're back together and both RIP .
Once again sorry about your loss,
Peace and Blessings Veronica in CT formally of North Adams
from: Veronicaon: 01-25-2024

So very sorry to hear of Mr. Anderson’s passing. He was a very good friend of my family. I spent many a Friday night with Pat at the Captains table. RIP, my friend.
from: Dan Dougherty on: 01-24-2024

The Anderson boys were really good athletes and Pat exemplified that in everything he did.
Great selection of a photo--I saw that look on Pat's face when we were youngsters
from: chip farleyon: 01-24-2024

So sad to hear about Pat's passing. He was my teacher iFreeman Jr High.Ive had the pleasure of living next door for the past 40yrs.YourDad was such a gentleman and a great man!
from: Paul Masellion: 01-24-2024

Please accept my sincere and heartfelt condolences.
from: John Giffordon: 01-24-2024

Dear I am sorry to heard of the of mr. Anderson. I had him at Freeman as a science teacher I thoroughly enjoyed him he was a quiet guy with a lot of life, My prayers and thoughts are with you all
from: Nanette Schmidton: 01-24-2024

So sorry to read of Pat’s passing. He was an excellent teacher, wonderful colleague, and a good friend. I can’t ever recall seeing him without a smile on his face. He will be missed.
from: on: 01-24-2024

To Pat's family, Please except my deepest condolence. We were neighbors on the bridge. Enjoyed many chats, while dogs begged for goodies. My kids were lucky to have him not only as a teacher but a friend in our little "hood" on natural bridge. He will be missed dearly.
from: Nancy walkeron: 01-24-2024

Rest in peace Uncle Pat. My condolences to all of his family and friends.
from: Lea Cudworth (Rinaldi)on: 01-24-2024

Mr. Anderson was my teacher in junior high. He sparked my interest in science and left an indelible impression. I would run into him years later and would chat about Freeman School days. Rest easy Mr. Anderson. My condolences to his family.
from: Diane Janiga Simpsonon: 01-23-2024

I am sorry for your loss. I always enjoyed spending time with Pat. He always enjoyed telling me about how he loved being a radio man. I will always miss his smile and great laugh and spending time sitting on the front porch watching the birds and feeling the sun shine on our faces.
from: Joyce F Fisheron: 01-23-2024

Mr. Anderson will always be on of my favorite teachers. He used to play cribbage with me during school time and had a very positive influence on my life.
from: Jason Burdickon: 01-23-2024

Mr. Anderson was always one of my favorite teachers. His science lessons (from the early1960's) were dynamic, and his anti-smoking lesson stuck with me my entire life. He was a true gentleman. God bless him.
from: James R Durkeeon: 01-23-2024

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