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When Janet Gaffney was vacationing in England years ago, she followed a cousin's suggestion and looked up some of the cousin's friends. So she met Richard A. Dunstan for a drink, and he took her to a cricket match the next day. "I said to myself, `I really like him; he's a good man,' " Mrs. Dunstan said.
Six months later, she gave up her apartment, job and car to move to England. A year ago, they celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary. "He used to bring me flowers," she said. "Not just on my birthday or Valentine's Day. Just because it was Friday, or whatever."
Mr. Dunstan, 54, a vice president at Aon Corporation and a father of two, kept himself fit. "He exercised so that he would live a long time — he wasn't really prepared for a building falling on him," she said. And he was a fine golfer.
"He would be very self-effacing with me," Mrs. Dunstan said. "He'd say, `Oh, it was an O.K. day,' I have since heard from all of his golfing buddies how he had a beautiful swing, a natural swing. He loved the game, he was a natural at it. And he would make par. And one fellow would say, `Was that par?' and Richard apparently would just grin."
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Eilene Weber
September 10, 2021
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Cindy Roe
September 9, 2021
Remembering Richard on the 20th anniversary of 9/11...
Eilene Weber
September 11, 2019
Thinking about the family
Eilene
September 8, 2016
Cant believe its been 15 years..
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September 11, 2015
still remembering
Eilene
September 11, 2014
Will always remember Richard and his Smile
Eilene Weber
September 11, 2013
Still Remembering
Nigel Simpson
October 3, 2012
Remembering Dick Dunstan
It has been 11 years since the World Trade Centre vanished, and we learned about the tragic loss of Dick Dunstan.
Dick and I attended St. Aubyns Preparatory School and Felstead School together. By coincidence, we both chose to pursue our careers in America. I managed to contact Dick a couple of times, when I learned that he lived with his family in New Jersey. In retrospect, I only wish I had made more of an effort to visit him.
I have read a number of testimonials to Dick, and I cannot offer any greater tribute to him, other than to echo the those testimonials, which all share the same warm memories of him. Dick was a truly remarkable individual; he was blessed with a calm and constant demeanour, he was a great scholar and a highly talented sportsman. Dick excelled in Cricket, Field Hockey and Golf; he was a fierce competitor.
I do not know Dick's family, but my thoughts and prayers are constantly with them; he must have been a wonderful, loving husband and father.
My wife Elva and I have just returned from a trip to New York City and it was the first time I had a chance to visit Dick's Memorial; a fitting tribute to a wonderful man.
As the Freedom Tower struggles to emerge from the ashes of the World Trade Centre, Dick's name will be indelibly etched there in stone, and his spirit will linger eternally in the chilling air.
Posted by Nigel Simpson on 2012-10-03
Marsha Roberts
September 7, 2011
In Gods' care..10 years later...and we still miss you and remember the good times and still cry when I talk about you with Michael.
marsha roberts
September 11, 2010
STILL REMEMBERING
Virginia Schoepf
May 5, 2009
We met Richard after he married our friend Janet. He was good company, and we enjoyed the time we spent with them. RIP. Ginnie and Dick
Kristine
October 30, 2006
As I cross-stitched your name on the memorial that I am doing for all of the victims, I prayed for you and your family. Please know that your death was not in vain. We will always remember. God Bless.
P Tabbernor
September 29, 2006
In remembrance....
Mary Day
May 24, 2002
I had the pleasure of working with Richard at Sedgwick. He was such a kind and thoughtful man. Always willing to help. He and his lovely wife would give a barbecue party once a year and all his co-workers would be invited to his home. His family made you feel as if you were part of their family. I was deeply sadden when I learned Richard was among the missing. May God watch over his family. May the love of friends give them comfort and strength through these difficult days ahead. GOD BLESS THE DUNSTANS.
Mary Day
May 24, 2002
I had the pleasure of working with Richard at Sedgwick. He was such a kind and thoughtful man. Always willing to help. He and his lovely wife would give a barbecue party once a year and all his co-workers would be invited to his home. His family made you feel right at home. I was deeply sadden when I learned Richard was among the missing. May God watch over his family. May the love of friends give them comfort and strength through these difficult days ahead. GOD BLESS THE DUNSTANS.
Angie Campbell
April 25, 2002
May God Bless you and watch over the ones that you left behind on 9/11/01. Rest in peace..........
Joyce Mattaliano
January 17, 2002
I had the pleasure of knowing Richard working with him in the Parsippany office. He was such a kind, sweet man. Whenever he saw me, he always took the time to say hello. My prayers are with his family and friends. May God bless you all.
January 12, 2002
DEAR LORD SHINE YOUR LIGHT ON RICHARD A.DUNSTAN AND MAY HE REST
IN PEACE WITH GOD AND HIS ANGELS.
GOD BLESS HIS FAMILY AND FRIENDS WHO
HE LOVED..GOD BLESS AMERICA AND MAY
WE NEVER FORGET 9/11/01...AMEN
Teresa Jahn
January 4, 2002
America Cries
We see your sorrow-
and our hearts cry....
We can not erase your pain
but you do not have to face the anguish alone-for we-
-the American people-
are beside you.
We so desperately want to have the touch that brings you comfort,
the strength that gives you courage,
and the words to lighten your spirits.
And when we are left speechless
may the silence of our nation weave love into your hearts
to ease your sorrow.
May you find healing through our nation's strength as we-
-the American people-
face this difficult time together. Our hearts are with you. Teresa Jahn
Dixon, IL
Jay
December 21, 2001
I knew Richard a number of years dating back to his Sedgwick days. I rode the bus home with him many times and thought very highly of him. I know very my discussions in those train rides how much he loved his wife and kids. He talked about them all the times.
We all miss Richard.
Debbie Strumolo
December 17, 2001
My heartfelt sympathies to Richard's family and friends. I work in the Parsippany location of Aon, and often chatted with Richard in passing. He was such a delightful man, and the absence of his presence is deeply felt by all. My thoughts and prayers continue to be with Richard and his family.
Eilene Weber
December 17, 2001
I just wanted to express my deepest sympathies to his family. Richard worked in the Parsippany office and I am the receptionist at that office. He was always very nice and talked very highly of his family. I will always remember him because he was a quiet man but always had something nice to say about everyone. He is missed in our office.
kimberley hess
November 15, 2001
God bless you and your family~!
kimberley hess
cambridge
leslie miller
November 2, 2001
We are so very sorry for your loss, and hope you can find comfort, even joy, in good memories. Our prayers are with you.
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