DUNLOP, Richard Grant Dunlop

Richard “Dick” Grant Dunlop, a resident of Tupperville, passed away on Friday, February 14, 2025 at Chatham-Kent Health Alliance, Sydenham, Wallaceburg at the age of 88.
Born in Chatham, he was the son of the late Harvey and Maisie (Burrows) Dunlop. Dick spent all his life on the farm.

In his younger years, he was an avid euchre player, ball player, bowler, darts and snooker champion. Dick served on municipal council as councillor, deputy reeve, road commission, and committee of adjustments.
He owned and operated Dunlop Water Well Drilling, and was a member of the IOOF Lodge.

He contributed to minor hockey for years as a trainer, coach, and president in 1977–1978. Dick was also a founding member of The Wolf Lake Hunt Club (1957–2022).

Beloved husband and best friend of 65 years to Margaret R. (Robinson) Dunlop. Loving father of Loree Elgie (Bill), Linda Dunlop, Allen Dunlop (Renee Nichols), Kathryn Dunlop (the late Mike Lester), Karen Drummond (Jamie), and Amy Grand (Chris). Proud grandfather of Allison Elgie (Jacob Watt), Kenneth Elgie, Jennifer Elgie (Jason DeHoey), Emily Grand (Marc Joosse), David Dunlop, Daniel Grand, and Michael Grand. Cherished great-grandfather of Lila, Thorin and Rosy Watt, and Mason Grand.

Predeceased by his brother Bob Dunlop, and in-laws Elva McFadden (Don), Barry Schurter, and parents-in-law Garnet and Jessie (Adams) Robinson.
He will be dearly missed by many nieces, nephews, and friends.

Cremation has taken place and a private graveside service was held at Dresden Cemetery. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, June 14, 2025 at 1:00 p.m. at Maple Mutual Insurance Hall, 29553 St. George St., Dresden. Doors open at 12:30 p.m.

Donations in memory of Dick may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation or Dresden Food Bank.

Memories and notes of condolence may be shared at Badder Funeral Homes.