MERIDEN - Nancy Lohr (Bradley) Anderson passed from this world on Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2008. She will be greatly missed as a source of comfort and guidance by her family. She was predeceased by her mother, Elizabeth (Mason) Bradley and her father, Rollin Bradley. Prior to raising her children, Nancy enjoyed her work teaching dance with Arthur Murray and for a time lived in Bermuda, as an instructor. She was known for her natural artistic ability, which she used in different ways to bestow gifts, humor and affection throughout her life. Her greatest gifts, however, was her selfless generosity. She never hesitated to help someone in need and had a special affection for children and anyone she perceived as an underdog. Nancy leaves her husband, Russell; two children, Robin Ringquist and Russell W. Anderson; four granddaughters whom she cherished and adored, Erin and Casey Ringquist, Molly and Emily Anderson; brothers, Dennis Bradley and Douglas Bradley; sisters, Sally Oberg and Lynn Bradley; and many nieces and nephews. Per Nancy's request, funeral services are private and there are no calling hours. The family wishes to thank the staff of N-2 at Hospital of Central Connecticut at Bradley Memorial for their kindness and wonderful care. Memorial donations can be made to Nancy's favorite charitable organization, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105-9959. Erikson-Hansen Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please share a memory of Nancy with the family in the online guestbook at www.ericksonhansen.com.