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Robert (Bob) Bishop Fiske Jr., devoted family man and esteemed lawyer, died peacefully at his home in Darien  on December 4, 2025. He was 94. The cause was pancreatic cancer.

Born in Brooklyn on December 28, 1930, Bob spent his formative years in Darien. He met his future wife, Janet Tinsley, when they were teenagers. They remained happily married for over 71 years, often repeating the phrase, “together forever.”

Bob’s greatest joy was his family. Many of his happiest moments were spent sharing adventures with them. He cherished trips to Block Island, Nantucket, Steamboat and special times together at a second home in Vermont. An avid outdoorsman, he hiked the Long Trail in Vermont, the Appalachian Trail and New Zealand’s Milford Track, and took particular pride in completing the New York City Marathon and the Register’s Annual Great Bicycle Ride Across Iowa, as well as riding for many years in the Pan-Mass Challenge. He was a longtime member and sailor at Noroton Yacht Club and an enthusiastic fly fisherman at the Balsam Lake Club in Livingston Manor, N.Y. Bob embraced every opportunity to be outside, turning boating, skiing and countless other activities into treasured family memories. He continued playing tennis and kayaking in Long Island Sound well into his nineties.

An alumnus of Pomfret School, Yale University and the University of Michigan Law School, Bob was a distinguished partner at Davis Polk & Wardwell. He served as the United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York (SDNY) from 1976 to 1980, leading one of the nation’s most prominent prosecutorial offices. He personally led several high-profile cases, including the conviction of “Mr. Untouchable,” Harlem drug kingpin Nicky Barnes. While at the SDNY, he began his dedication to the hiring and advancement of women in the legal profession.

In 1994, Attorney General Janet Reno selected Bob to serve as the Independent Counsel investigating President Clinton’s involvement in the Whitewater matter, a role for which he was universally praised across the political spectrum for his sterling reputation, non-partisan decision-making, integrity and prosecutorial excellence.

Bob’s professional achievements and reputation garnered him numerous awards and distinctions. In addition, he served as president of the American College of Trial Lawyers and the Federal Bar Council.

Reflecting his belief that exposure to both public and private practice cultivates more experienced lawyers, Bob created the Fiske Fellowship Program at the University of Michigan Law School in 2001 to financially support graduates beginning their careers in public service. He was deeply committed to public service and the communities he loved. Bob devoted many years to the Board of Trustees of Vermont Law School, helping to shape and strengthen the school’s future, and to the Vermont Natural Resources Council, reflecting his longstanding passion for conservation and the environment. Closer to home, he served as the Darien Police Commissioner for many years.

In 2014, he published Prosecutor, Defender, Counselor: The Memoirs of Robert B. Fiske Jr., reflecting on his legal career and personal life. After retiring from Davis Polk, Bob continued to work on legal matters, serving on committees and participating in pro bono cases until his death.

Bob had a remarkable intellect and memory, matched by his kind and generous nature. He had a rare ability to connect with anyone, taking a genuine interest in their lives. His dry wit and understated manner often belied his outgoing nature and boundless energy. His zest for life shone through in the way he loved planning gatherings with family and friends. Many of these grew into lasting traditions, particularly attending Yale and University of Michigan sporting events.

Bob leaves behind his beloved wife Janet; their children Linda, Robert and Susan (Rusty Williams); five grandsons: Ryan (Ellen), Calvin (Milena), and Robert “Roby” Williams and George and Sam Fiske; and great-grandson Owen Williams. He is survived by his brother John and predeceased by his brother McNeil.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, January 31 at 2 p.m. at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church in Darien. To watch online, visit https://www.saintlukesdarien.org/event/funeral-for-robert-fiske/.

The family suggests that, in lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Robert B. Fiske Jr. Fellowship Program in Public Service, https://giving.umich.edu/um/w/robert-b.-fiske-jr.-fellowship-program-in-public-service-575174, Soundwaters, https://soundwaters.org/donatenow or a charity of your choice

William H. (Bill) Anderson passed away peacefully at his home on December 3, 2025, at age 95. Born November 24, 1930, in South Bend, Ind., Bill grew up in a football family. His father, Heartley “Hunk” Anderson, coached at Notre Dame and the Chicago Bears. His mother Marie was a teacher and homemaker. The youngest of three children, he was cherished by sisters Shirley Simpson and Joann Wilcox, both of whom predeceased him.

At Duke University, Bill excelled in track and was an ROTC member. A church supper introduced him to Margaret “Mugsie” Worrell, the love of his life. After graduating cum laude, he enlisted in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War but not before they married in Palm Beach, starting a 67-year union.

Bill spent 26 years at IBM, rising through the ranks and relocating often to support his family. Later, as CIO at Prudential Securities, his leadership earned him a Board seat. He retired after two decades and is remembered for integrity, mentorship and treating his teams like family.

Family was always at the heart of Bill’s life. He and Mugsie, along with their four boys, cherished summers boating and winters skiing. Bill continued to nurture those bonds by hosting countless family gatherings that created shared experiences and lasting memories.

Bill was a man of faith and generosity, devoting his time, talent and resources to every church he served — especially St. John’s in Hingham, Mass., and Saint Luke’s Parish in Darien. He held roles from youth leader to warden to usher, reflecting his deep commitment to his faith community. Bill also championed outreach initiatives, supporting Person to Person in Darien and the Global AIDS Interfaith Alliance. He lived his faith through action and kindness.

Bill was predeceased by Mugsie and his son Mark Worrell Anderson. He is survived by his son William (Oz) and his wife Cindy of Cameron Park, Calif.; his son Jeffrey and his wife Karin of Hingham, Mass.; his son Daniel and his wife Julia of Stamford; and his daughter-in-law Christine of Manchester, N.H. Bill was blessed with 12 grandchildren and eight great grandchildren.

A celebration of life will be held at Saint Luke’s Parish on Saturday, April 18, 2026, at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Person to Person, 1864 Post Road, Darien, CT 06820, or The Episcopal Parish of St. John the Evangelist, 172 Main Street, Hingham, Mass. The family wishes to express its heartfelt gratitude for the love, prayers and support shared during this time. Bill’s life was a gift to all who knew him, and his legacy of kindness, faith and devotion will continue to inspire the family, which invites you to join it in celebrating his remarkable life and in keeping his memory alive through acts of love and generosity.