Lora Jo Lannon Anderson, “LJ,” 85, of Colts Neck, passed away peacefully June 2 in Colts Neck surrounded by her loving family.
Born July 4, 1933 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Lora Jo was raised in Villanova, Pennsylvania before moving to Manhattan where she met and married Charles J. Anderson Jr. Together they settled in Rumson.
LJ was actively involved with many Monmouth County charities, was an avid bridge player, loved the challenge of the daily New York Times crossword puzzle, enjoyed cooking and conversing with friends about politics and worldly news.
LJ was predeceased by her loving husband of 49 years, Charles J. “Chuck” Anderson Jr. and her parents, Robert J. and Helen M. Lannon. Surviving is her daughter Marcia D. Anderson and son-in-law Nicholas S. Pizzonia of Colts Neck; sister-in-law Patricia Tozzer; and several nieces and nephews.
Freeman Funeral Home in Freehold was entrusted with the arrangements.
LJ was a passionate animal lover and a supporter of the Monmouth County SPCA. Memorial donations may be made to Monmouth County SPCA, 260 Wall St., Eatontown, NJ 07724 or online at monmouthcountyspca.org.
