Obituary of Richard C Anderson

Richard C. Anderson Sr. passed away on November 19, 2025, surrounded by the love and support of his family.  He was 89 years old.

Born in South Orange, NJ, to parents Ernest A. and Ruth W. Anderson, Andy lived in Chatham  before moving to Mendham, where he was a resident for 31 years. He was a man of faith and was a member at Hilltop Presbyterian Church in Mendham.  He was a Deacon and member of Chatham Twp Presbyterian Church prior to moving to Mendham.  

Andy worked in New York City in Finance and Investments  before working in Real Estate, doing sales and appraisals, and dedicated much of his time to his community outside of work. He was active in his faith community, served as a Trustee of Chatham Fish and Game Club, was a member of Bay Head Yacht Club and belonged to Mendham Golf & Tennis Club.  He loved spending time in Ocean Grove as a child with his family, and continued the tradition with his children, spending summers in Bay Head. 

Andy is survived by his loving wife of 65 years, Phyllis (Lissa) , sons Richard Jr. (Carol) Anderson of Mendham, Scott B. (Susan Peluso) Anderson of Basking Ridge, daughter Megan (Andrew) Fletcher of Basking Ridge, sister Barbara A. (Andrew) Leach, and six grandchildren; Lindsey, Paige, Jill, Chris, Melissa and Blake.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, December 2nd, from 6-8 PM at the Bailey Funeral Home, 8 Hilltop Road, Mendham. A Memorial Service will take place on Wednesday, December 3rd, at 11 AM at the Hilltop Presbyterian Church, 20 Hilltop Road, Mendham. In lieu of flowers, donations in Andy’s memory may be made to Hilltop Presbyterian Church or St. Jude’s Children's Research Hospital.