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Gordon G. Pettit, Jr. who practiced dentistry in Ridgefield for 32 years, died Thursday, May 23 at Danbury Hospital after a long battle with prostate cancer. He was 75.
Dr. Pettit graduated from Northwestern University Dental School and joined his father in his dental practice in Ridgefield.
He was born in New London on Aug. 5, 1943. As a teen, he achieved the rank of Eagle Scout.
Dr. Pettit was dedicated to volunteering with Habitat for Humanity and many years with Cape Cares where he worked with fellow dentists in the dental clinic in Honduras.
He was a deacon at the First Congregational Church of Ridgefield and a ranger with the Conservation Commission.
His hobbies included gardening, photography, skiing, hiking, camping, climbing and kayaking.
He is survived by his partner, Helena Garan of Johnson City, N.Y., and daughters, Christine, Jacqueline, and Farrah; his sister Helen Pettit Murratti of Branford; his former wife Patricia Pettit of Ridgefield; his nephews Jeffrey (Brianna) of Greenfield Center, N.Y., Christopher (Renee) Murratti of East Haven, Steven Murratti (Kim) of Seymour and great-nephews Jack, Nolan, Ryan and Kyle and great-niece, Leanne. He was predeceased by his niece Trish Johnson.
A Celebration of Life led by The Rev. James Watson will be held on Saturday, June 15 at 11 a.m. at First Congregational Church; 103 Main St., Ridgefield.
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