Robert (Bob) Dunn was born on February 12,1929 in Nicholson, Pa. and raised in Tunkhannock, Pa. He graduated from Tunkhannock High School. He set many track records including the county broad jump record that remained unbeaten for over 30 years. In later years he took home first place trophies in the 10k Goffstown Gallop many times in multiple age groups.

After marrying Elizabeth (Salter) he began working as a bridge engineer for the state of Pennsylvania. In 1956 he moved his young family to Goffstown, N.H. to work in the insurance field. He was a patient, loving, and giving man. He always was willing to volunteer his time and boundless energy to any group that needed help. He coached Little League and Youth basketball and would referee or be an umpire whenever needed. Bob was a loving and caring father to his daughter and son either coaching or attending every activity possible in which his children were involved. He taught Sunday School and was a deacon at Goffstown Congregational Church. In later years he volunteered with his wife at the Manchester Soup Kitchen and Brookside Congregational Church in Manchester. Bob especially enjoyed family gatherings where he'd entertain us all with his wry and sly sense of humor. He loved his garden and could grow (almost) any vegetable or fruit he chose. His attempts to grow melons in his N.H. garden for over 30 years were not as productive as he managed to grow only 1 melon that was edible (possibly). He was instrumental in the development of "Daddy D's Red A$% Express" Cayenne pepper. In 1971 he moved to Northampton, Mass. to take the Northeast Claims

Supervisor position for St. Paul Insurance. Upon retirement in 1984 he and his wife returned to their home in Goffstown to help neighbors and friends with projects. He, Bob Burnham, Sandy Sanderson, and Bob Ross were instrumental in replacing the furnace for the Goffstown Congregational Church and countless other improvements for their homes and those of friends.

He traveled extensively in retirement with favorite places being Ireland (many times) and Egypt while traveling with his wife and daughter.

He remained with his wife Elizabeth (Sis) through 71 years of marriage. Many thanks to CMC, Hillsboro County Rehab Center, N.H. Hospice, and especially his caretaker Sandy Langley. Any future celebration of his life will be determined by his family. To perpetuate his legacy please send donations or goods to

New Horizons

199 Manchester Street

Manchester, N.H. 03103

newhorizonsnh.org

The Cremation Society of New Hampshire is assisting the family.

www.csnh.com

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Union Leader on Nov. 15, 2020.

Memories and Condolences
for Robert Dunn

6 Entries

Peter Hecker

June 28, 2021

Sis, Russ and Pat,
Sometimes it doesn't pay to be a cheap yankee who doesn't get the paper. I just found out today about Bob's passing. I hope that in the time that has passed, your memories of his kindness and love have begun to outweigh the sadness. He was a good man. And I can (and do) still tell stories about the years that our family's camped together. Those good times foreshadowed 60 more years of friendship. I'll miss him.

Pete

Norman C. Schell Schell

December 25, 2020

Robert Dunn was one of the finest, truest, most genuine and loving men that it has been my honor to know. His word was his bond, and his shirt was yours if you needed it. Ave atque vali frater, Rest In Peace.

Sheila Skeffington

November 15, 2020

Sis, Russy & Pat, we’re so sorry for your loss. I hope you will find peace in the memories you share. Bob was such a nice man; a gentleman. He always reminded me of Dick Clark because he appeared to never age; always handsome and young looking. God bless you all.

Sheila (Haskell) Skeffington and
Sue Haskell

Dawn MacAskill Philibert

November 15, 2020

Pat, Russy, and Mrs. Dunn,

I am so sorry to see the announcement of Bob’s has passing. My sympathy and thoughts are with you all. Bob was warm, kind, and spirited and had a great zest for life. He and Sis were friends of my parents and, later, of my mother and step-father Harold. I last saw Bob and Sis at Harold’s memorial service in 2008 and they had not changed one bit since I knew them in the 60’s and 70’s!! They were a couple with eternal youth. Always caring, always interested in others, and always smiling. May your love as a family comfort you as you move forward with many great memories of this special man. I am sorry for your loss.

Dawn MacAskill Philibert
South Burlington, Vermont

Jim and Brenda White

November 13, 2020

One of a kind! Growing up next door to Bob and Sis and Pat and Russ was a true pleasure. Will miss him forever. Our best to the family.

Jean Spruce

November 12, 2020

So sorry for your loss. I always loved his smile and welcome as I joined Brookside

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