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Richard Francis Gretsch Sr.

Danbury, Connecticut

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Richard Francis Gretsch, Sr., age 101 of Danbury, (long-time resident of Newtown), died on Saturday, May 22nd. Born June 14, 1908 in Brooklyn, N.Y., he was the last surviving grandson of Friedrich Gretsch, the founder of The Fred Gretsch Manufacturing Company, renowned manufacturer of...

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Judy & Jim, my condolences to your family on the passing of your father. I'm sure there will be an amazing amount of blessings that will be passed on to Mr. Gretsch's descendants.

To the Family on behalf of my late Mother Mary D West who worked as housekeeper for the family years ago.You are all in our prayers

Our heartfelt sympathy is extended to the entire Gretsch family. It was always a pleasure to see Dick and receive a special "treat" to remember him by.

On behalf of my late Father, Edward J. Gallagher Sr., who worked with Mr. Gretsch at the old Danbury & Bethel Gas & Electric Co., I would like to offer my condolences to the family

Dear Family Members, I got to know Dick at RCC and enjoyed his company many times their,He always had a great party at the home in Newtown at Christmas time which I was priveleged to attend ,he was indeed a true gentleman and I never heard him speak ill of anyone,my sincere sympathy, Jay

Gretsch Family
Having known Mr. Gretsch thru the RCC my entire family had the pleasure of knowing this fine man.He will be missed.
Sanna Family

Molly,
Mike & I send our condolences.
Hugs,
Twyla

Mr. Gretsch, first and foremost was a true gentleman. I had the pleasure of working for him at CL&P from 1963 until his retirement. He always introduced me when in his company as "an associate of mine". I have many fond memories and offer my sincere condolences to his family.
Deacon Robert C. Lucian
St. Augustine, FL