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Priscilla Gunther Obituary
Priscilla A. Gunther, age 96, passed away peacefully on August 28, 2020 with her loving family at her side.
Born on September 23, 1923 to the late James and Ester Staples. Priscilla was a graduate of the Stratford High class of 1941 then went on to Ryder College to become a Physical Therapist at which time she began to work with her husband, George "Doc" Gunther. She was predeceased by her husband of 70 years, Senator George "Doc" Gunther and son Lance.
Survivors include her loving daughters, Pattie Haselman, Karla Mazzey and son-in-law Ron Mazzey, her beloved grandchildren, Karen G. Chung, Stacy Egan, and Christopher D. Mazzey, great-grandchildren, Chloe Chung, Christian, Brady and Jordan Egan, and Ava and Colin Mazzey, and several cousins.
With a very special thanks to the girls from Vitas Healthcare, RN Fran Davies, RN Aurea Velez and CNAs Sabrina Srerra and Tonya DePalmer.
A graveside service will be held on September 4, 2020 at 1:00 p.m. at Union Cemetery in Stratford. For those attending, please wear a mask.
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Christopher Silhavey
September 7, 2020
My sympathies to Pat’s family. I got to know her during my early years of involvement in Stratford. She was always nice to talk to and shared many stories from her years with Doc and his races. May she Rest In Peace.
Diane Chiota
September 7, 2020
Dear Patty, I am so sorry to read of your mother's passing. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Bruce Williams
September 4, 2020
To the Gunther Family: So sorry to hear about Pat.On behalf of our family I'd like to express our sincerest condolences.Doc and Pat were such a part of our lives for so many,many years.Pat was always so kind and gracious to me.We will miss her so much as we continue to miss Doc.Again,so sorry.Please take care and be well.-Bruce
JOHN & JOAN KOVACH : née: Johnny’s Auto Body
September 3, 2020
Karla & Ronnie: Sorry for your Great Loss. Mrs. Gunther was always a Pleasure to see. Classy, Kind,Pleasant, she along with Doc made a terrific couple. R I P together again.
Ed Czepiga
September 3, 2020
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. Both your Mom and Dad were incredible people that did so much for their community..
It was my great privilege to get to know them. My prayers are with you. With condolences, Ed Czepiga
JanetGeary Haffner
September 1, 2020
It was my privilege to meet your mother at many town gatherings I attended with my Dad,Chief Jack Geary.She was a lovely,gracious woman.My deepest sympathy to your family at this time of great loss.Janet Geary Haffner
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