Frederick W. Graf Jr., 66, of Concord passed away suddenly at his home Thursday, March 24, 2016.

"Fred" as he was known, was born and raised in Keene to Frederick William and Victoria (Chase) Graf Sr. on June 4, 1948. He attended schools in Keene where he excelled in Tennis and Volleyball.

Following his education in Keene, Fred went on Yale University earning his Bachelor of Arts then on to University of Massachusetts at Amherst and New Hampshire College, where he earned his MBA.

After completing his studies, Fred was employed with Community Action Program. After CAP he worked for many years with Child Health Services in Manchester as Chief Financial Officer. One of his many duties was to organize the annual fundraising music event with Tommy Makem, a job that he enjoyed greatly.

Fred retired from CHS after more than 20 years. He worked for a brief period with the Guardianship Program in Concord before fully retiring.

He was an avid Bridge player who enjoyed music, theater and the arts. He also enjoyed traveling and attending his Alma Maters' sporting events.

Fred leaves behind his wife of 14 years, Ann (Camaione) Graf of Concord; two brothers, John Graf of Alexandria, Va. and Brian Graf of Bow; two sisters, Karen Graf of Oakland, Calif. and Barbara Graf of East Hampton, Mass.; his in-laws, Frank and Evelynn (Garcia) Camaione of Laconia, Stephen Sordelline and Carol Bobe of New York; several nephews, Tim and Colin Graf, Anthony Camaione; Brandon and Michael Bobe; and two nieces, Lorie Graf and Genesis Sabina.

A celebration of Fred's Life will take place on Wednesday, March 30, at 10 a.m. at the United Baptist Church, 39 Fayette Street, Concord.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Child Health Services 1245 Elm St., Manchester, NH 03101.

Arrangements are entrusted to the Bennett Funeral Home of Concord. Online condolences can be expressed at bennettfuneral.com.

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Published by Concord Monitor on Mar. 26, 2016.

Memories and Condolences
for Frederick Graf

21 Entries

Janet Leroux

March 20, 2021

Fred always had a smile and would always address our envelopes as Les Trois Soeur Leroux.
He'll be remembered at the masses this weekend for the repose of his soul. May Fred rest in peace.
God bless.

Janet Leroux

March 20, 2020

Dear Ann and Fred,
Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers at this time of remembrance. Hope you are both well at this difficult time. Ann, are you working from home?
God bless.
Janet, Lillian, Lucille

Don Booth

October 7, 2016

Ann. Just learned of Fred's passing tonight. I am so sorry for your loss.

John and Sarah Smyth

March 30, 2016

Ann, we are deeply saddened by the sudden loss of our friend of many years. Our lives were greatly enriched, first by our friendship with Fred and then twice blessed when you entered his life. We are so sorry we could not be there for the service. Our thoughts and love are with you.

Closey Dickey

March 28, 2016

At first I was afraid of Fred because he was such a good bridge player, but in talking about Northern Stage we became very congenial. I shall miss him, along with everyone else in the Lebanon duplicate group. His sense of humor was delightful.

March 28, 2016

Ann, you are in our thoughts and prayers. It must be so hard for you having lost your mother three weeks ago. Love and prayers, Lucille, Lillian and Janet

Kim Maynard

March 28, 2016

Ann, I'm so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

susan Hatem

March 28, 2016

We at New Hampshire Humanities appreciated Fred's typed letters commenting on various aspects of our programs that he attended. Always courteous and insightful. Our thoughts are with you.

Beverlee Richter

March 28, 2016

Ann and Family- We are offering our deepest sympathies. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Bev and David Richter

Kathleen & Lisa Ford

March 27, 2016

Anne, Our deepest sympathy for your loss, and that of the families and friends he has left behind.

Marty Hunt

March 26, 2016

As a KHS '66 classmate, Fred was an important part of our class and I so enjoyed catching up with him at our 45th. He had helped us so much with research for our upcoming 50th and will be deeply missed. You're in my thoughts and prayers.

March 26, 2016

Sorry to hear about your loss.

Mary Seraichick

Tom and Gail Besaw

March 26, 2016

Ann, Karen, John, Brian, and Barbara:

Bill (to Gail and I) or Fred (to each of you) was born in Elliot Hospital in Keene, New Hampshire 11 days before I came into the world in the same facility and city in 1948. Our parents became friends through the First Baptist Church.

Over the years our families shared Sunday meals and numerous camping trips. I fondly remember setting up the old wall tents and figuring out how we would stay warm on cold Memorial Day weekends. Now that I think about it there is no wonder why Gail and I live in Florida!

The Besaw and Graf families spent much time together and knew each other well. The Baptist Youth Fellowship (BYF) and the Boy Scouts provided much opportunity for Bill and I to further our friendship. We seldom if ever were in the same Jr. High or High School classes because we were assigned to different classes. But we often worked, planned, and just had fun together as two very different individuals that just plain liked and cared for each other. Through all of this Bill and I became friends for life.

Bill met Gail when she and I were dating in high school. He got to know her even better during our college years. Bill visited me when we ended up 20 miles apart he in New Haven and I in Bridgeport. Bill was a cherished guest when Gail and I married in 1970. So, Bill has been my friend for almost 68 years and Gail's for almost 50.

Bill and Trish were our very good friends for the nine years that we lived in Concord. They were special to our children as well. We had so much fun together; including the cutting down of a Christmas tree on land Bill said was OK (?) on the coldest day I can remember. Still have pictures of the tree and fingers that still hurt on cold days!

We cried with Bill when Trish passed and we cheered when he married Ann. Ann, we know how much you loved Fred, but we also know that you were the light of his life. He lived for you. We cherish the time we had with you and Bill last winter in our home. It was special for us to get to know you as the great person that you are.

Only two weeks ago Bill and I had one of our regular one-hour phone conversations. Bill had an opinion about everything. We would talk, argue, and laugh about New Hampshire, Florida, California, and national politics, the Red Sox (and why they should have hired Brian as their manager years ago), and we would discuss each of you and your families. We would discuss our sons and their families. We would solve the world's problems and then just ask each other how we were doing. I loved those conversations and Gail and I will truly miss them and Bill.

Should I ever be asked to define a best friend I'll simply show a picture of your husband and brother.

Gail and I offer our deepest sympathy on the loss of such a wonderful and caring friend.

Jemi Broussard

March 26, 2016

The entire Red River Theatres Staff and Board sends condolences on the loss of such a supportive and active member of our "family." We'll miss his challenging questions at every post-film discussion, and his gentle nudges when he had much appreciated suggestions for how to improve the experience of Red River Theatres for others. Brian, Jenn, and Ann, we look forward to your continued presence with us at the cinema Fred loved, and which was so grateful for his wisdom, so willingly shared with us and our audiences, and for the years we had with him.(Personally, I also will miss seeing him in the neighborhood walking and enjoying life in the South End).

Mary Ann Stankiewicz

March 26, 2016

My sympathies on your loss.

John Barry

March 26, 2016

Fred was in my class at Keene High. Last saw him at our 45th reunion five years ago. Was hoping to see him again at our upcoming 50th. My sympathies and condolences to his extended family.

Dick Tracy

March 26, 2016

I knew Fred only through duplicate bridge. He helped me learn many things about the game. I always enjoyed being at the table with him, especially the few times when he and I were partners. I was at the club Friday and Fred's absence was notable. He will be sorely missed.

Mike Pride

March 26, 2016

So sorry to hear this. Fred's many letters to the Concord Monitor, both for publication and for my edification as editor, enriched the paper's content and my appreciation for differing points of view.

Cynthia Paris

March 26, 2016

My thoughts and love are with you Ann.

Carrie Hanser

March 25, 2016

My deepest sympathies to Ann and her family.

Nancy Diamond

March 25, 2016

Dearest Ann, All my love to you. You and Fred have welcomed my family into your home and treated us like kin. Now Fred will be welcomed by those he loves that have gone before and he will light a candle so that you can find your way in time. Hugs and love, Nancy and Tony

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