Eric J. Anderson, 57, of Salisbury died on February 10 at his home following a period of failing health. Eric was born in Massachusetts, son of Roland and Betty (Flanders) Anderson. He had resided in Salisbury for a year and a half with his son Taylor and grandson Brantley.

He spent most of his youth in Contoocook and Wolfeboro. Prior to moving to Salisbury, he lived for several years in Sunapee and Springfield. He worked for most of his life as a self-employed contractor and builder. An animal-lover, Eric enjoyed the outdoors, bonfires, and bird watching.

He was predeceased by his parents and leaves behind his children, Kyle Anderson of Concord, Kaitlin Anderson of Andover, Taylor Anderson of Salisbury, and Riley Anderson of Andover; a grandson, Brantley Anderson; and sisters Judith Donahoe of Tallahassee, Florida, and Kathryn Davis of Moultonborough; and numerous nieces and nephews.

According to Eric’s wishes, there were no calling hours. A graveside service will be held later in the spring at Proctor Cemetery in Andover.

Those wishing may make memorial contributions in Eric’s name to the New Hampshire Humane Society, PO Box 572, Laconia 03247-0572.