ANCRAM –
Dylan Thomas Anderson, 19, of Ancram, passed away peacefully on March 4, 2025 at Albany Medical Center.
He was born in Albany on August 29, 2005, the only son of Arnold T. Anderson, Jr. and Sarah Anderson of Ancram. Dylan, a lifetime resident of Ancram, received his education from Taconic Hills Central School District and graduated in the class of 2023.
Dylan was a member of SkillsUSA NYS, an organization described as "a partnership of students, teachers and industry working together to ensure America has a skilled workforce" and helping students excel. He also was a member of the National Technical Honors Society (NTHS) through Questar. "Induction into the NTHS signifies a student's dedication and excellence within their chosen career pathway."
In March of 2023 Dylan won 1st place in a regional construction competition.
Dylan also played soccer and his hobbies and interests included ice fishing, fishing, building and gaming. He was known for his special sense of humor and will be missed more than words can express.
Dylan is survived by his loving parents, Arnold T. Anderson, Jr. and Sarah Anderson, his beloved sisters: Amya Anderson (Terrence Halsey, Jr.) Ashlyn Anderson, Isabella Anderson and Gabrielle Anderson; his cherished grandmothers, Doreen Grand Baretsky and Helen Anderson. Dear uncles: Charles Zuna (Donna Zuna), Keith Wheeler and Zachary Bray; and special friends: Devon Rueger, Alexis Ryan, Aaron Ryan and Joseph Ryan.
Dylan was predeceased by his maternal grandfather James Baretsky, his great great grandmother Ada Grand, and paternal grandfather Arnold Anderson, Sr.
Dylan's Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, April 12, 2025 from 2:00 pm until 6:00 pm at the Ancram Fire Company, 1306 County Route 7, Ancram, NY 12502. As per Dylan's wishes, he requested to remain in the place he called home.
Special thanks and acknowledgements to dear family friends, Kevin and Lisa Reis and Anthony Compe for their unending support.
Cremation Arrangements have been entrusted to Simple Choices, Inc., 218 2nd Avenue, Troy, NY 12180.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in memory of Dylan Thomas Anderson may be directed to the Ancram Fire Company, PO BOX 8, Ancram NY 12502.
Fond memories of Dylan and expression of sympathy may be shared with the Anderson Family, online at: SimpleChoicesCremation.com