Merwin R. Anderson

Merwin R. Anderson, 84, of Newington, CT passed away peacefully after a long illness on June 11, 2022, with his two daughters comforting him as he completed his journey and joined his wife and soulmate, Donna (Knaub) Anderson in heaven. He was born on July 20, 1937, in New Britain, CT, to the late Swan Thure and Helen (Larson) Anderson. He was a graduate of North Park College, in Chicago, IL.  Merwin enjoyed vacationing with his family at Mousam Lake, Maine, canoeing, sailing, fishing, and cross-country skiing.  He worked in the Insurance Industry in Hartford and was a Claims Manager for the CT Fair Plan for many years.  Merwin was a lifelong member of the Bethany Covenant Church.   He is survived by his daughter Karen Newpower and her husband George, his daughter Jill DiPinto, and his grandson, Nicholas DiPinto, all of whom were blessed by his love and care.

A private burial will be held at the West Meadow Cemetery, Newington.  The memorial service will be held on Thursday at 11:00 a.m. at Bethany Covenant Church, 785 Mill Street, Berlin, CT, with a reception to follow.  In lieu of flowers, donations in Merwin’s memory may be made to Bethany Covenant Church.  Erickson-Hansen Funeral Home, New Britain, is in charge of arrangements.