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Jill Anderson Obituary

Jill Marie Anderson, age 58, passed away July 4, 2025 after a sudden illness. Born in New Haven on February 9, 1967, she was the daughter of Alice "Midge" (Russell) Atwood of Wallingford and the late Burton Atwood. Jill is survived by her devoted husband Russell J. Anderson; daughter Danielle C. Willette of Meriden; granddaughter Briella Willette; and her beloved dog Diamond. A longtime resident of Wallingford, Jill was a waitress for many years at Friendly's in North Haven and Gaetano's Tavern on Main in Wallingford. Funeral Services will be private. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association at www.diabetes.org. To send a condolence to her family, please see: www.beecherandbennett.com.

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Published by WFSB on Jul. 9, 2025.

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Jessica

July 17, 2025

Jaime and I worked w Russ and Jill at Friendly´s for many years. We loved Jill. May she rest peacefully. So sorry Russ. We always talk about our memories w you at work. So sorry for your loss. She was a wonderful person. Love always, Jaime and Jessica.

Robin Hetherman

July 16, 2025

I´m sorry to learn of Jill´s passing. I worked with Jill at Ames Corporate Headquarters straight out of college. She was my counterpart and I learned so much from her. She was always professional and she was always smiling. She radiated love to all those around her. Rest in peace, my friend.

Donna Wilson

July 13, 2025

Midge,Russ and Danielle I am so sorry to hear of Jill's passing I enjoyed her visits to Florida she sure will be missed. Thoughts and prayers

Garvey

July 13, 2025

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. We will remember her where she worked at friendly's in North Haven. she was nice sweet friendly waitress. She did a great job. We told jill that We are Deaf. Jill was respected us that she took care of it what we ordered foods.

Mark and Mary Minotti

July 9, 2025

Jill...you will be sadly missed! We looked forward to seeing you at Gaetanos. We will always remember how we met when you waitressed at Friendly's and we shared episodes of our kids growing up. God needed an angel, so he called you home. Rest in Peace Beautiful Jill!

Brigid OReardon

July 9, 2025

Sincere condolences on the passing of Jill RIP. We had great memories of her and we all loved her. The O´Reardon family Cheshire.

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