Richard S. Gunn

Inspired By Nature

Richard S. Gunn, 61, of Danbury, died July 8, at Danbury Hospital. He was born March 20, 1950, in Danbury. He was the son of Elizabeth (Gilbert) and Gordon Gunn.

Mr Gunn is survived by two children; two sisters, including Catherine Feli, and her husband Francis, of Newtown; four grandchildren; an aunt; and several nieces and nephews.

Due to his love of nature and the outdoors, Mr Gunn found great enjoyment in his work as a grounds foreman at Tarrywile Park. His love of nature also provided the inspiration for his work as an artist, leading him to create many beautiful paintings and photographs.

Funeral services took place July 14, at Cornell Memorial Home, Danbury.

Memorials may be made in Mr Gunn’s name to the Veterans Hospital, 950 Campbell Avenue, West Haven CT 06516. To light an online candle of hope and remembrance, visit www.CornellMemorial.com.

The Newtown Bee        July 15, 2011