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Richard Gadbois Obituary
Richard worked for the City of Dover Water Department for 37 years; he took much pride in his many years working for the City of Dover.
After retirement Dick and Jane, moved to Lake Ossipee, where he and his family had many fond memories and made many lifelong friends. In 2005 they moved to Rochester to be closer to family and their grandchild. Dick loved to socialize and could strike up a conversation with anyone.
He was survived by his wife, Jane Gadbois, son Richard Gadbois, Jr. and wife Annette Gadbois; daughter Lori Denis and husband Scott Denis, three grandchildren Libby, Sophie and Gabe; siblings Fran Lloyd, Walter Gadbois and wife Gail, Anita Martin, Pam Drew, Teri and husband Marek Filit, brother-in-law Michael Hinkle, sister-in-law Cheryl Hinkle, many nieces and nephews and extended family.
He was predeceased by his father Leo Gadbois, Sr. and mother Charlotte Cole, brother Leo Gadbois, Jr. and sister Carol Cassell, mother-in-law Lee Schwengel, father-in-law Lester Hinkle, Sr. and brother-in-laws Lester Hinkle Jr., George Lloyd Sr., Robert Martin and Mark Drew, and great niece Karlee Drew.
SERVICES: Visiting hours will be Thursday, Jan. 28, 2021, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Tasker Funeral Home, 621 Central Ave., Dover. Social distancing and masks are required.
In lieu of flowers memorials in his name may be made to Gerry's Food Pantry 150 Wakefield St., Rochester, NH 03867
Please go to www.taskerfh.com to sign the online guestbook.
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Memories and Condolences
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Stan Joy
February 13, 2021
I am so saddened by hear of the passing of Dick Gadbois! Dick was one of the nicest men I have ever known! My condolences go our to his family in their hour of sadness! Rest in peace my friend !! I am sure I will see you again, up their!!
Gerry & Kathy Morrissette
February 4, 2021
To the Gadbois family, we are so sorry to hear of Dick's passing. May your memories of him comfort you in the days ahead.
Dick and Claire Drolet
February 4, 2021
Jane, just heard of Dicks passing, our deepest sympathy to you and your family
Debbie Elwell
January 29, 2021
I will miss you Dick. How I will always remember your laugh & love for me. One of my favorite cousins ever. I know your skipping streets of gold now and one day I'll dance with you. I'll be seeing you.
Tommy & Katie Cash
January 29, 2021
Jane - We were so sorry to read of Dickie's passing. Our condolences to you and your family.
Sandy Redmond
January 29, 2021
Jane, I am so very sorry to hear of Dick's passing. I just read it on line this afternoon and was in complete shock. I wish I had the right words to say. My favorite memories of Dick were his humor, loving demeanor and how he could just sit and talk about anything. He truly will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. If there is anything I can do please let me know.
Aime Sevigny
January 29, 2021
So sorry Jane and family will miss him and his humor. Best wishes am not in Dover now otherwise would meet you .
Love Butch
Pamela Drew
January 28, 2021
Jane, Richard, Lori and family.
My heart broke hearing of the loss of my brother. He was loved by everyone who had the honor of knowing him. He will be missed, he has left a big void in this thing called life.
To my brother Dick in heaven:
May you fly high above us as a soaring eagle ...you will be missed but remembered forever. Watch over Karlee for me till I get there.
Love Pam
Gail Morin
January 28, 2021
Richard and Annette so sorry for your loss sending prayers your way
Wallace B Stevens
January 28, 2021
When I first started to work for the City of Dover 1995 I was his wing man for plowing in storms sometimes.. I would sit their patiently watching the wing go up and down he would never let me touch the controls and I never had to say in or out.. I asked just one time if I could raise and lower the wing ??? He stopped in the middle of the road and said go ahead raise it and lower it... After I did he took off and we plowed all night long and I never got to touch his controls again... He was happy up at lake he would always invite me over when I would put my boat in, but said don't come in to close because its to swallow.. He was always happy and smiling and did live his life to the max... It was a pleasure to have meant him and worked with him.
Toby Weir
January 28, 2021
Dick was a friend and gentleman! Loved to give him a hard time when we would meet at breakfast in Brickstones in Gonic. I will miss him. May the good Lord grant him Eternal Rest and aid his Family through this difficult time!
January 28, 2021
Gadbois Family,
There are very few people that you meet along the way that have the impact that Dickie had.
When he started with the Water Department he worked with my Dad. As a result, I not only knew him my whole life, but as we grew to be friends when I got older he never missed out on the chance to let me know how impressive of an operator my Dad was. It always meant so much to me.
Or always asking how my Mom was doing. Or being the first guy to stand up with cash when we were collecting money for the United Way.
Duckie knew everything there was to know about Dover’s water system...where gates and shut-offs were, when new services had been installed. He was a walking historian. Just an amazing guy.
And boy did he like to pick on some guys...in good humor of course...he’d give me a little tap on the arm and say “watch this!”
I haven’t seen Dickie for a while but the fondness of my memories will always be with me.
I’m pretty sure there’s water mains in Heaven...now they’ve finally got someone in charge.
Thanks Dickie.
-Steve McCusker
Nancy Gagne
January 27, 2021
Jane and family: So sorry to hear the news about Dick. I always enjoyed talking with him during our many years of working for the city. He will be missed by everyone that knew him.
Karyl Bernier
January 27, 2021
Dear Janie and family I was so sad to hear of Dickie 's passing ,what a great guy he was.I will always have the fond memories I have of spending many of water breaks with him and my dad and his late-night Dunkin Dounuts run.
RIP Dickie you will be missed.Missy Keays Bernier
Ed Levesque
January 27, 2021
I met Richard earlier in the month when I was recovering from surgery at WDH. We shared a room for a few days. He was a very funny and caring man, who kept my spirits up. I loved listening to his stories and hearing about his time in the military. My deepest condolences to all his family and friends.
January 27, 2021
To the family
I’ve known Dick since high school and am sorry for your loss.
Bob Deraney
Karyl Bernier
January 27, 2021
Dear Jane and family my deepest sympathy goes out to all of you . Iwill never forget the water breaksupply
I got to hang out with my dad and Dickie and he would always make a dunkin run,these memories I will always cherish.RIP love you Dickie Missy Keays Bernier
Karyn McBride
January 27, 2021
Dear Jane and Family, sending my deepest sympathy to all of you. Hugs and prayers. Fondly, Karyn McBride.....
January 27, 2021
Jane
Sending our condolences to you and family
Bob & Phyllis ( peters ) Noel
Jim ( Tex) and Nancy Childs
January 27, 2021
Rich and family, We are sorry to hear of your father's passing. Cherish the memories as they last a lifetime.
Rebecca Lee, PT
January 27, 2021
Jane, I am so sorry and send my deepest condolences. You and your family will be in my prayers.
Wayne and Allison Estes
January 27, 2021
Thinking of you at this time
Richard & Leslie LaBranche Jr
January 26, 2021
We are so very sorry for the loss of Dick. He was a great man and always had a big hug for me ! We will remember him always !
Fran Lloyd
January 26, 2021
To my Brother Dick,
My heart aches as I miss you but as I shed tears I think how fortunate I am to have you as a friend.
Thanks for the memories.
Jane and Kids, I am so sorry for we have lost a great man, husband father, grandfather and friend always remember we all have pieces of Him in our hearts and soul Forever .
Fly high like an eagle my brother ,Until we met again!
I LOVE YOU
( FEEBE),Fran
Teri Weitzman Filip
January 26, 2021
Jane ,Laurie ,Rich and family,
It is with sincere sympathy ,we had to say farwell to our brother. He was a devoted sole full of love for family and friends. So many good memories to share and remember.
May you find peace in the days ahead surrounded by loved ones. who share in the grief of your loss.
Cherish the memories as they live on in your hearts.
With love,.Marek and Teri ox
Aaron Weitzman
January 26, 2021
Aunt Jane and family,
It is wth years in my eyes to hear of this news of Uncle Dick's Passing.
May you all find strenth in the days ahead and cherish fond memories.
He will be missed by many.
With my deepest sympathy,
Aaron Weitzman
Sharon Sirois
January 26, 2021
Jane, you are in my thoughts and prayers in this time of sadness. It was always an adventure working with Dickie, he kept an eye out for me, was willing to share his knowledge and would help in any way he could. His sense of humor was a hoot but he was sweetheart through and through. My sincere condolences to your family and to Dickie's siblings, as well. May peace surround you in the days ahead. XOXO
Larry and Chris Walker
January 26, 2021
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. We will miss Uncle Dick! Thought, prayers and lots of love for Aunt Jane, Richard, Lori and families!
Katie Boulanger
January 25, 2021
Wally Fran Pam Anita Teri we are very sorry for your loss. Dick loved his family deeply and will be missed by us all. Hugs Katie and bill
Katie Boulanger
January 25, 2021
Jane Richard and Lori we are so sad to hear of dicks passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Wendy Jordan Megan Turner
January 25, 2021
Our deepest condolences Jane, Lori and family. Thinking of you during this difficult time.
Dori Grenier
January 25, 2021
My husband and I send our heart felt condolences to Mrs Gadbois, Richard and Annette and the rest of the family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all
Nancy Bastianelli Simpson
January 25, 2021
Oh Jane, so heartbroken to hear this. Love to you and all the family.
Mark Klose
January 25, 2021
Richard may you RIP. Jane and family condolences from the Klose Family 156 Winkley Farm Lane
Nancy Fortier
January 25, 2021
Much sympathy to you & your family at this difficult time, Jane. Sending hugs and warm thoughts. Nancy & Ray
Madocamawanda Reno
January 25, 2021
My condolences to Jane and Family. He was a great man. RIP say Hi to my mom
Tina Cassell
January 25, 2021
I was hoping to get up there and visit but for now I'll see you in heaven when we all see one another again.
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