Leroy ("Roy") Dunn, 76, of Marlton, NJ passed away unexpectedly on May 13, 2023.
Roy was born on July 23, 1946, to John S. and Almira (Dott) Dunn, Sr. in Camden, NJ. Roy graduated from Audubon High School in 1964 and Rutgers University - Cook College in 1968. After graduation, Roy joined Edward R. Bachtle, American Society of Landscape Architects as a Landscape Architect. Roy started his own Landscape Architect business in 1985.
Roy was an active Rutgers Alum. He served as a Trustee of Rutgers University from 1989-1995. He was the Chair for the Buildings and Grounds committee from 1994-1995. Roy was involved with Rutgers University - Cook College Agriculture and Environmental Sciences Alumni Association (board of directors from 1984-1989, president 1988-1989). He was named Outstanding Alumni of Year, Cook College Landscape Architecture Department, 1990; recipient Dean's Service award Cook College, 1996, Meritorious Service award Rutgers U, 1997.
Roy was very involved in the Landscape Architect community. He was on the Board of Directors Landscape Architect Foundation, Washington, 1991-1992. Fellow American Society Landscape Architects (trustee 1978-1985, nominating committee 1988-1989, chair annual meeting program 1991, President medal 1992, New Jersey Chapter Service award 1986).
After retiring, Roy enjoyed spending time with family, friends, and his beloved, Skye Terrier, Darcy.
Roy was predeceased by his parents, John S. and Almira (Dott) Dunn, Sr. He is survived by his brother, John S. Dunn, Jr. (Catherine); his niece, Kate Dunn, his nephew, Trey Dunn (Marina); cousin, Karen Mack (Ken); cousin, Nancy Cipolla (John), dear friends Anne and Joe Pugh, and great nieces and nephews.
There will be a visitation from 9:30am to 10:30am on Friday, June 23, 2023 at GARDNER FUNERAL HOME, RUNNEMEDE.
Memorial service 10:30am at the funeral home.
Inurnment New St. Mary's Cemetery, Bellmawr.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks for a donation to the American Heart Association: https://ahatribute.funraise.org/fundraiser/royjdunnmemorial
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Visitation
Runnemede, NJ 08078
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Runnemede, NJ 08078
Interment
Bellmawr, NJ 08031
My sympathy to Roy’s family. Roy was a good neighbor when we lived in Lake Pine. He kept an eye on our house when we traveled and often brought good meals to us. I moved out of state after my husband died and just learned of Roy’s passing.
We are so sorry to hear about Roy’s passing. We will especially miss his phone calls and letting us know about all of our mutual friends. Just as he was getting his life back together after the fire, he did not get to enjoy his new place long. His dog Darcy was so important to him and hope he is doing ok. He was always so helpful to us when Brian was president elect of ASLA - always preparing food for our gatherings. He spent time shopping with Ginny when Brian was in meetings. We all had a great time together. Now we have fond memories. RIP dear Roy. Love Brian and Ginny Kubota
Mom & I send our condolences to Jay, Cass, and family. We will always remember how Roy would call here to check up on mom & they would talk mostly of family. We will all have our memories of Roy & mine will always be good memories. Thank you, Roy for caring. Gob Bless & RIP Love, Betty & Judy
To Jay & Cassie. Very sorry to hear of your brothers passing. I will have a mass card sent for him & all will be remembered in my prayers !
To my Uncle & Godfather,
Thanks for looking after me so well during my time at Rutgers. You will be deeply missed.
Love - Trey
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