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Bradley Cate Obituary
Bradley A. Cate, 55, of Hooksett, NH, passed away March 12, 2016.
Brad was born February 15, 1961 in Manchester, NH and had been a Hooksett, NH resident for many years.
He was employed with Blueline Rentals, LLC in Haverhill, MA.
Brad was an avid cyclist and loved skiing and hockey. He was best known for his sense of humor, generosity and his love of life, however; his daughter and granddaughter were his pride and joy.
Family includes his wife of 28 years, Diane (Blouin) Cate; his daughter, Alissa Cate; his granddaughter, Elaina Cate-Fairfield; his parents, Hollisand PatCate and Martha (Lovering) Cate and Cliff Lemay; four siblings, Cheryl Purington, Dr. Normand Tanguay, Kevin Cate and Sharron Champagne; as well as aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.
Calling hours will be Thursday from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Cate & Johnson Funeral Home, 573 Pine Street, corner of Harrison Street in Manchester.
Prayer Service will be offered on Friday at 11:00 a.m. in Cate & Johnson Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at Cate Cemetery in Hooksett, NH.
Memorial contributions may be sent to Concord Hospice House, 240 Pleasant Street, Concord, NH 03301.
Family and friends may visit CateJohnson.com.
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Karen Labarre
March 21, 2016
I was very sorry to hear of Brad's passing. I remember him from the Central High band. He was a very kind hearted person. My sincere sympathy to his family.
Barbara Noga
March 16, 2016
Diane-
So very sorry to hear of Brad's death - My condolences and thoughts go out to you and Alissa
Barbara
Marcia Warriner Shell
March 14, 2016
God looked around his garden and found an empty space. Then He looked down upon this earth and saw your tired face. He put his arms around you and lifted you to rest. God's garden must be beautiful for He only takes the best! RIP Bradley.
The Gallagher family
March 13, 2016
We consider ourselves blessed to call the Cate family our friends. We have shared many wonderful memories with them over the years. A guitar /drumming New Years Eve and fun times in Maine, to name a few. We will carry those times in our hearts. We will always remember Brad as a kind,funny,sweet man. We will miss him greatly.
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Brenda & Bill Rossignol
March 20, 2016
Diane, our prayers and deepest sympathy to you and your family from our entire family.
March 17, 2016
I'm so sorry for your loss. May you find peace fom the God of all comfort. -
2 Cor 1:4
March 16, 2016
Martha,
I am so sorry to hear of your son's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Brads life was taken way too early but he's in good hands....RIP....Donna Roy, Manchester, NH
Debbie Watson
March 15, 2016
To the entire family, Love and deep sadness from Philadelphia. Memories are flooding my mind of growing up together and lots of time spent up on Hackett Hill Rd...I will be keeping you in my prayers, and trust that many good memories of Brad will comfort you in the days ahead.
Marilyn Pelletier
March 15, 2016
Sending deepest sympathies to the Cate family. Marilyn & Don Pelletier
March 15, 2016
Martha, I was so sorry to read of the loss of your son. I only remember him as a little boy but have not forgotten the few times I spent with you and the boys. My sympathy to you and your family. Anita (Levesque) Blanchette. (Amoskeag Bank)
March 15, 2016
Diane,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of Brad. My sincerest sympathy.
Becki McCarthy
Warren and Terri Rollins
March 15, 2016
We are very saddened to hear of Brad's passing...we have the fondest memories of soccer games and how he was such a wonderful coach for the girls.
Diane and Alissa, May your precious memories and family keep you during this difficult time.
Our deepest sympathy,
Judy Leclerc
March 15, 2016
To Brad's entire family. You fought a tough battle and your reward is heaven. You are now an angel and will watch over everyone. May you find rest and solitude in your journey.
March 15, 2016
Dear Alissa: I am so very sorry for your loss. I know how much your Dad meant to you and what a wonderful man he was.God Bless in this very difficult time.....
Gwen King
March 15, 2016
I always loved meeting up with you folks at Tom and Kathy's house.I am so sorry for your loss.May all the memories you have shared as a family bring peace and love into your hearts for years to come.Most sincerely, Jeannette Ahern
Kathy Russell
March 14, 2016
Alissa, I am so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. He will always be with you and that I know as truth! Be strong. You are in my thoughts.
Linda and Ralf Kleinschmidt
March 14, 2016
Diane,
Please accept our deepest condolences.
Marilyn Blouin
March 14, 2016
Words cannot express how I feel for Dianne and family. I love all of you and prayers for you will continue.
Laurel Levesque
March 14, 2016
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Jon McCracken
March 14, 2016
So sorry for your family's loss. I am praying for God's comfort for you all. Brad was a professional and a man of character.
Tiffany Castle
March 14, 2016
So sorry for your loss Alissa. Keeping you and your family in my thoughts
Pauline Johnson
March 14, 2016
Our heartfelt sympathy and prayers are with you all at this grieving time.
You are loved,
Pauline & Paul Johnson
Carol & Henry
March 14, 2016
Rest in peace, my friend. Love to Diane, Alissa, and your entire family. Christmas Eve won't be the same without you......
Suzi and Pete Brassard
March 14, 2016
May you rest in peace Brad. Our thoughts, prayers, and love are with Diane and her family!
Cory & Annette Slipp
March 14, 2016
Prayers to family in this difficult time.
Ken Loss
March 13, 2016
My thoughts and Prayers go out for your entire Family. Brad was one of the finest people I have ever had the privledge of knowing.
Nancy Azar
March 13, 2016
We are so sorry to hear of Brad's passing. May he rest in eternal peace, and may your memories bring you comfort.
Nancy Azar, J Conlon, and Tanous Azar
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