Paul  Douglas “Doug” Anderson, Ph.D. – age 87, of North Reading and formerly Lynnfield, passed away Thursday, February 11, 2021, peacefully surrounded by his family.  He served from 1951 to 1959 in the U.S. Navy as a Marine Medic.

Doug retired after 49 years as a Professor of Anatomy and Physiology and Biology.  He was a published author of several textbooks and study guides.

He enjoyed gardening, woodworking, camping and most of all spending time with his family.  He was a season ticket holder for 30 years of the New England Patriots.  After empty nesting Doug and Bev enjoyed a lot of travel. Doug was a 48 year resident of Lynnfield and 5 years in North Reading. He was a Eucharistic Minister and Usher for many years at St. Maria Goretti Parish in Lynnfield. He was a member of the Wakefield Retired Men’s Club and a representative for Lynnfield at Essex Technical Institute.

He is survived by his beloved wife Beverly, whom he was married to for 65 years; he is also survived by his children, Donna and husband Roger, Doug, Dale and husband Leo, Linda and husband Ernie, Kathy and husband Tim and Lori and husband Jeff; 11 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren.  In addition to his parent’s he is preceded by 2 brothers and a sister.

There will be a calling hour prior to the Funeral Mass at the Croswell Funeral Home, 19 Bow Street, North Reading on Saturday, February 20th from 9:00 to 10:00 AM.   His Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Ave Maria Parish, 112 Chestnut Street in Lynnfield at 10:30 AM.  In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to NORD (National Organization for rare Disorders). www.croswellfuneralhome.com