Funeral Information For Firefighter Richard Gunns Retired TFS – Former TFD (L-113)
Richard Gunns – 11 July 1963 – 03 February 2023
Richard passed peacefully, surrounded by his loving family at the Carpenter Hospice on Friday, February 3rd, 2023, in his 60th year. Beloved husband of Kirsten, and loving father of Ryker and Bailey. Dear son of Bob and the late Evelyn, and brother to Linda (Mike) and the late Karen. Richard will be deeply missed by his sisters-in-law Ingrid (Darren), Birgitta (Rik), and Astrid (Don), by his nieces and nephews Adam, Ryan, Amy, Tara, Kealan, Rachel, Braedan, and by all his extended family and many friends.
Richard started with the Toronto Fire Department on April 29, 1991, and was assigned to several stations throughout his career. Richard retired from P335 D (The Island on B-1) on 30 June 2020 after 29 Years.
Celebration of Life – Saturday, February 11th, 2023, at 1:00 pm. Smith’s Funeral home on 1167 Guelph Line, Burlington ON L7P 2S7
Reception – Saturday, February 11th, 2023, Following the Celebration Smith’s Funeral home at 1167 Guelph Line, Burlington ON L7P 2S7
For those who wish to view the service remotely a live stream link is available at this link: https://www.hdezwebcast.com/show/service-of-remembrance-for-richard-gunns
TFS personnel attending the funeral are to wear full dress uniform, (white shirt and gloves), and cap. Cap badges will NOT be shrouded.
Sincerest Condolences from all our Retiree Groups go out to the Family and Friends.
Obituary – Smith’s Funeral Home
In Solidarity,
Retired Toronto Fire Fighters Association I.A.F.F. Local 3888