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Dr. Jordan Robert Dann

1926 - 2022

Dr. Jordan Robert Dann obituary, 1926-2022, Ridgefield, CT

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1926

DIED

2022

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Jordan Dann Obituary

Dr. Jordan Robert (Bob) Dann
July 10, 1926 - July 10, 2022
Dr. Jordan Robert (Bob) Dann, who practiced veterinary medicine in Ridgefield, Connecticut for over 65 years, passed away on July 10, 2022, 96 years to the day of his birth on July 10, 1926.
Bob was born in Pelham, New York to Albert Dann and Rosalind Dann. He left this world as he lived in it, peacefully, steadily, on his own terms, and with his dignity fully intact. He was married to the late Judith Leserer Dann and together they contributed to the Connecticut community they loved for more than fifty years. He is survived by his son, Curtis Dann of Danbury Connecticut, his son Jeoffrey Dann of Riggins, Idaho, and three grandchildren: Adam Dann of Washington, D.C, Ashley Dann of Plympton, Massachusetts, and Elizabeth Dann of Burlington Vermont. He also leaves behind three great-granddaughters, Cathleen, Molly, and Maggie. Beyond his immediate family, Bob Dann was a father, friend, brother, and mentor to many others whose lives he touched and enriched beyond measure. There are too many to name here but of particular note are Dr. Sally Knowles of West Hartford, Connecticut and her sons David and Scott, Zion Banda and her daughter Zoe of Southbury, Connecticut, Dr. Delfino Hernandez Agula of Carr Jocotepec-Chapala, Mexico, his Godson, Andrew Jordan Zarro of Portland, Maine, Dr. Ian Smith of Chicago, IL Dana Smith of California and his friend Frank Zarro of Saratoga Springs, New York. Bob Dann had many other spiritual sons and daughters who will understand that the omission of their names here by no means diminishes how important they were to him, and he was to them. This was no ordinary man.
During his medical career, Dr. Dann was a member of both the Connecticut Board of Veterinary Medicine and Harvard Schools Committee for Fairfield County, Connecticut for two decades and served as Chairman of the Connecticut Veterinary Medical Association Committee on Ethics for many years. Additionally, he provided leadership as the president of the Fairfield County Veterinary Medical Association. Dr. Dann's community service also includes his role as a member of the Danbury Hospital Development Fund Board of Directors. Bob Dann also had an entrepreneurial side and toward the end of his career initiated several significant privately funded public benefit programs addressing environmental remediation, workforce development for underserved communities, veterans' rights, and affordable housing, which will benefit numerous individuals, families, and communities.
Jordan Dann served as a member of the U.S. Army Combat Engineers and was stationed in Germany from 1944-1946. Bob enlisted at the age of eighteen and quickly rose to the rank of Sergeant. At the age of nineteen, he led a squad of men. He then entered officer training school and earned the rank of Second Lieutenant Combat Engineer. After the war, Bob was admitted to Harvard University where he was awarded his undergraduate degree. Dr. Dann then went on to earn his Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine with distinction from Colorado University.
Bob Dann spent his life serving others and caring for creation. His love and tenderness for all animals and his devotion to their comfort and wellness were matched only by his love of people. As tender and loving as this man was, he was also strong and resolute. His devotion to the people and causes he loved was unshakeable and it was sometimes difficult to comprehend how anyone so kind and loving could be so strong. His life was a continuous testament to the enduring and indestructible power of love. Bob was a man who lived simply and acted justly, always with the right combination of old-school Connecticut formality and Harvard self-confidence, solidly underpinned by genuine humility and a true sense of self. An "I love you" to Bob Dann was often met with this reserved but heartfelt reply: "you know that's reciprocal."
We all at some point have occasion to say that this world has lost a great woman or man. In Bob Dann's case, these words take on additional meaning. Bob Dann's voice, as he assessed the world and proffered his assurance that it would all turn out well in the end was centering, stabilizing, and inspiring. The loss of his voice, especially in these difficult times, is unsettling. But we can be comforted by the knowledge that Bob Dann's legacy lives on, exponentially, in the lives he touched, the places he made better, the work he did, and the way he loved. Those of us who had the good fortune and the privilege of knowing Bob have a special duty, to share what he gave to us, to honor his legacy, and to carry on with what his life was all about, "..To make gentle, the life of the world."
Love you, Bob. We know. It's reciprocal.
A Memorial Service will take place in the Fall at a date and time to be announced. Contributions in Dr. Dann's memory may be made to ROAR (Ridgefield Operation for Animal Rescue) or DAWS (Danbury Animal Welfare Society).
Kane Funeral Home, Ridgefield is in care of arrangements.

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Published by The Ridgefield Press & Danbury News Times on Jul. 14, 2022.

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Ferris Gorra

July 23, 2022

Bob was a great colleague but mostly a good friend who shared love and caring for his colleagues, clients and patients. Bob, you will be missed. Ferris

James Giardini, Limestone Service

July 22, 2022

It was with sadness that I heard of Dr. Dann´s passing. I extend my deepest sympathy to his family.

Peter Black

July 19, 2022

Bob and Judy were exceptional people and dear friends to my mother, Suzi, for decades. Their annual tennis tournament called "The 3-legged Goat" (so named in honor of a goat Bob saved) on their magnificent red clay tennis court on Loundsbury Rd was epic. RIP doctor, and thanks for treating me and my family like family for decades.

Michael Massagli

July 18, 2022

My sincere condolences to Curtis and all the family. Bob was a truly fine human. Smart, kind, caring, funny, genuine, and generous. Absolutely a privilege to have worked for him, with him, and been his friend. So sad that he's passed, but so fortunate to have a boatload of memories.

Kim S.

July 15, 2022

Dr. Dann was such a kind, calm, and trustworthy vet. We felt fortunate to have him there for our dogs throughout their lives.

Chantal Speglevin-Detlefs

July 15, 2022

I am one of those fortunate enough to have Bob (or as I called him, Bobby) cross my life path. When I was in college and dreaming about being an veterinarian I took a job at the Ridgefield Veterinarian Hospital working in the kennel and as a veterinarian technition. Dr. Dann was an amazing role model for me. Seeing his zest for living a good happy life and taking control of his happiness with confidence has had a great infuence on me. Something I will remember forever and try to place in my life. We had great conversations and he often dropped in wise advice and guidance. He was more of a good friend than a boss. The world lost a good one. My sincere condolences.

Cathy F

July 15, 2022

I´ve been a client of Dr. Dann´s since the late 80´s and he spayed my latest kitten in 2016. Doc was a straight shooter- always telling it like it was - yet at the same time he was very compassionate and caring towards both the animals and his clients. He was one of a kind in the best way possible! My condolences to his family and to the legacy staff at Ridgefield Veterinary Hospital.

Emily S

July 14, 2022

Dr. Dann was our veterinarian when we owned a small poodle back in the early 60s. He was very highly thought of by my parents, and we always remembered him as we passed by him on Route 7. "There's Doctor Dann's office!" my mother would say as we headed to parts south. To this day I still think of Dr. Dann on that stretch. They don't make 'em like that anymore. Would that he were legion. Condolences to the family.

Tom Muldoon

July 14, 2022

Saddened to hear the news. They don´t grow `em like Dr. Dann anymore. He will be missed and remembered by all who knew him. RIP.

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