Leonard J. Anderson Jr

Leonard J. Anderson Jr., 74, of North Fort Myers, FL and formerly of Manchester, died Friday June 20, 2014 in Florida. Leonard was born December 6, 1939 in Manchester, son of the late Leonard J. Anderson Sr. and the late Lena (Mazzoli) Anderson. He attended local schools, became an automobile mechanic and was part owner/operator of Anderson Brothers Service Station on Main St. in Manchester for almost 40 years. He attended Trinity Covenant Church in Manchester, was a member of the Manchester Elks Lodge # 1893, Len enjoyed automotive sports such as NASCAR and Late Modified Racing. He was married to his late wife, Judith A. (Runge) Anderson and he is survived by their sons, Leonard J. Anderson III and his wife Martha of Manchester, Kevin M. Anderson and his wife, Lucy of Enfield, Thomas D. Anderson and his wife, Jennifer of Willington. He also leaves his sister, Barbara A. Anderson, his brother, David A. Anderson both of Manchester, three grandchildren, Taylor Anderson, Joey Anderson of Newington, Brandon Anderson of Manchester, his niece, Sharon Torneo and greatnephew, Declan Torneo. Len was predeceased by his sister-in-law, Carol Anderson of Manchester and his uncles and aunts, Edward and Lillian Dehan of Toledo, OH and Bruno and Doris Mazzoli of Manchester. We want to sincerely thank everyone who took care of our Dad these last few weeks. Private graveside services with burial took place in St. James Cemetery, Manchester. Holmes Funeral Home Manchester is in care of arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to American Cancer Society 825 Brook St. I-91 Tech. Center Rocky Hill, CT 06067-3045.To leave a message of condolence please visit www.holmes-watkinsfuneralhomes.com .