Gryphon Thomas Metcalf

Posted 6/11/20

DUBUQUE, Iowa–Our beloved Gryphon, departed this world on Saturday, June 6, 2020, at the age of 18.

A celebration of life will take place on Friday, June 12 from 1-5 p.m. at the Novelty Iron Works (333 E. 10th St., Dubuque, Iowa). Due to Covid-19 and for everyone’s safety, social distancing and other safety measures will be in place. A burial ceremony will be held on Tuesday, June 16 at 10:30 a.m., at the Natural Path Sanctuary in Verona, Wisconsin (2299 Spring Rose Road, Verona, Wisconsin). Parking is limited to 20 vehicles total, and attending the ceremony will require a short hike through the woods. Should you decide to make the journey, please check the website for details in advance (http://naturalpathsanctuary.org/). In lieu of flowers, please consider contributing to the Gryphon Metcalf Memorial Fund. Please contact wendyh@anniewiggins.com about donating. More information will be available at the celebration of life on Friday.

Online condolences may be left leonardfuneralhome.com.

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