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Obituary: Harold C. “Butch” Gunther, Jr., 84, of Naugatuck

Harold was a self -employed carpenter who could fix almost anything.

Harold C. "Butch" Gunther, Jr. October 16, 1937 ~ November 30, 2021 (age 84)
Harold C. "Butch" Gunther, Jr. October 16, 1937 ~ November 30, 2021 (age 84) (The Naugatuck Valley Memorial/Fitzgerald-Zembruski Funeral Home​)

Harold C. "Butch" Gunther, Jr.

October 16, 1937 ~ November 30, 2021 (age 84)

Naugatuck-Harold C. “Butch” Gunther, Jr., age 84, beloved husband of Joann (Godfrey) Gunther, passed away at Griffin Hospital on November 30, 2021.

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Born in Norwalk, CT on October 16, 1937, he was the son of the late Harold C. Gunther, Sr., and Margaret (Torok) Gunther. Harold was a self -employed carpenter who could fix almost anything. He loved trips to Atlantic City, stock car racing, and was well known for mastering the game of jarts. “To know him was to love him.”

Besides his wife Joann of 60 years, he leaves his sisters, Helen Dominick and Ruth Vadas; and many nieces, nephews and friends.


A celebration of life will be held at a future date. To send an on-line condolence, please visit www.naugatuckvalleymemorial.com. The Naugatuck Valley Memorial/Fitzgerald-Zembruski Funeral Home, 240 North Main Street, Naugatuck is assisting the family with arrangements.

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