Richard Howard Tannen DMD

Richard Howard Tannen, DMD, 95, of Simsbury, warm and loving husband of Carole Anne Tannen, passed away Thursday, March 30, 2023. Born in Chelsea, MA, son of the late Louis and Mary (Saperia) Tannen, he was raised in Albany, NY. He served in the US Navy as a Seaman 1st Class at the end of WW II then attended Siena College and earned his DMD from Tufts Dental School where he excelled and was a member of the National Dental Honor Society, Omicron Kappa Upsilon. He practiced Periodontal Dentistry in the Albany, NY area for most of his career. He had lived in Simsbury for the past 15 years. Dr Tannen loved to sail and was a member of the Lake George Yacht Club, enjoyed playing tennis and snow skiing, and with the encouragement of his wife Carole, became an award-winning photographer. Dr Tannen had a deep appreciation for Classical music but spending time with his family was especially important. He was a warm and loving husband, father, Papa, uncle, and friend. Besides his beloved wife Carole Anne, he leaves two daughters Andrea Burrick and her husband Todd of West Simsbury and Lauren Zalkind and her husband Drew of Needham, MA; and grandchildren Aaron Burrick and his wife Jaclyn, Hannah Burrick, Olivia Burrick, Noah Burrick, Roxanne Zalkind, and Isaac Zalkind, who all adored their Papa. Besides his parents he was predeceased by a sister Elaine "Teddy" Siegel. Shiva will be held privately, and a Family Memorial Service will be held at the family's convenience. Memorial contributions may be made to Doctors Without Borders. The Carmon Funeral Home & Family Center of Avon is caring for the arrangements. For condolences, please visit www.carmonfuneralhome.com.