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John Gadd Obituary
MANCHESTER -- John H. Gadd, 67, died Feb. 26, 2010, from injuries sustained in a structure fire in Candia.
He was born Nov. 17, 1942, in Manchester, to Ross and Edna (Harrison) Gadd. He grew up and attended school in Manchester, graduating from Central High School.
He also attended Hesser Business College. He was a U.S. Army veteran.
He formed his own oil company and was a self-employed businessman.
He was a baseball fiend, a Red Sox fan and he continued to play softball in the Old Folks League.
He enjoyed travelling with his family and was very adventurous. He climbed 4,000-foot mountains, and enjoyed tidal bore rafting and skydiving.
In the 1970s he fought eminent domain to save his house where he still lived. His goal in life was to make sure all of his family was taken care and he was always there for everybody.
IN HIS LIFE: He is survived by his wife, Deborah L. Gadd; two children, Cheryl Peterson of Bethlehem and Ty - Garrett Gadd of Virginia; three stepchildren, Amanda Armstrong of Boston, Matthew Armstrong of New Mexico and John S. Daskey of Northwood; his mother of Candia; a brother, Alfred E. Brown Jr. of Northwood; a grandson, Zackary Peterson; uncles Carl Harrison of Manchester and Herman Harrison of Salem; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
SERVICES: A memorial service will be held Friday at 11 a.m. in Goodwin Funeral Home, 607 Chestnut Street, corner of Harrison Street, Manchester.
Memorial contributions may be made to Jimmy Fund, Dana Farber Cancer Institute, 10 Brookline Place West, 6th Floor, Brookline, MA 02445-7226 Attn: Contribution Services.
For more information, go to www.goodwinfh.com.
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paul labbe
March 15, 2010
Deepest regrets. I go back with John to the days of playing softball with John back in the 70's God he could hit a ball a long way. I remember the days when John was selling oil. I called John "Bid Bad John" when he hit a softball and "Gentle John" when we had a beer together. John will surely be missed, he was a great guy.
Bill Harrison
March 6, 2010
I would like to send my sincere condolences to you,Aunt Edna,Deborah and your family. I had the pleasure of meeting John many years ago at my grandfathers home and thoroughly enjoyed our conversations and his sense of humor. He was obviously a good, decent, and an extremely caring man who will be missed by family and friends. Thank you John, for caring for my Aunt Eileen,and all of the Harrisons. God bless.
Scott Perry
March 4, 2010
I am saddened by this news, as Scott Keenan pointed out, I can remember many nights on the Gadd farm, getting up early to feed the chickens, cows and horses. Play ball in the afternoon and usually fireworks at night on the weekends. Ty and Cheryl, I am so sorry!!!! Mr. Gadd, thank you for all the memories and hospitality and God Bless!!!!
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Scott & Stacy Keenan
March 4, 2010
So sorry for your loss. I can remember sleeping over on a really hot summer night and in the middle of the night one of the horses was having a baby. We all go up and comforted the horse and did what we could until mother nature ran it's course, and I have to say it's one of my fondest memories of my childhood. John was a great man and for years every time I bumped into him, I got a great big hug and the man never stopped smiling. Ty I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Scottie
March 4, 2010
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family during this time. We are thinking about you and the wonderful memories of John.
The Sanville Family
Gena St.Cyr
March 4, 2010
My deepest sympathy goes out to my sister Geri for the loss of her father. John was a great man.He will never be forgotten....Love you always your sis.
Christina Morrison
March 4, 2010
I will miss chatting with John about our love of country music, he would give me advice and tell stories and jokes.....there were so many laughs......and he always gave me a huge hug after every haircut. It was really easy to see that John was special.....he was a REAL stand up kind of guy..... and he was so interesting! I am going to miss my buddy so much! I want to send all my love to Deb and family during these sad times. Love, Christina
March 3, 2010
My deepest sympathy. Our boys played ball together and I will always remember the good times we had at your home. Linda Perry (Florida)
Tom Bilodeau
March 3, 2010
We new John for many years as he was our oil man back in the 70's and when times got tough he always worked with us too help out, Always will remember him and his great demeanor .....Great GUY !!!!!
robert cable
March 3, 2010
john was a person that you dont forget, a friend.my condolances to his family.he will be gone but never forgotten bob cable
Scott Gelinas
March 3, 2010
Geri,
My deepest sympathies go out to you on the loss of your father,you will be in my thoughts during this difficult time
melissa masewic
March 3, 2010
Deborah,
Our office is feeling much grief for you and the loss of John. He just lit up the place. We are all so sad and wish you many hugs, kisses and love. We are here for you.
Darlene Donovan
March 3, 2010
My prayers are with you Deborah and your family......John was a wonderful man! So caring and loving...We will miss his big teddy bear presence at our salon......XO
Darlene
Healey Bob
March 3, 2010
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
March 3, 2010
Dear Deb, Ty-Garrett and Cheryl,
We are so sorry for your loss of John, he was a great person and will always be remembered. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Moe, Carol, Linda and Steve Labbe
David Rousseau
March 3, 2010
Al, I'm sorry for you and your families loss.
Adam and Ricala Harrison Hafford
March 3, 2010
We are so sorry for your loss. I am so glad that I had the opportunity to spend time with your family a few summers ago at the camp in Maine. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Adam and Ricala Harrison Hafford
Judi Lamper
March 3, 2010
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Betty Tilley
March 3, 2010
John was one of the most loving and caring people I have ever met. He will be missed but never forgotten. John was a part of our family and will be forever. Peace be with you always.
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