Chad E. Goulette

Chad E. Goulette
Rutland- Chad E. Goulette, was born April 11, 1976, in Troy, NY. He was raised from early childhood in Danby, Vt, by his maternal grandparents George Staples, Sr. and Jane Pecor. Raised in a home with his siblings, cousins, aunts and uncles had its challenges but led to lifelong unbreakable family bonds. As a teen, he resided with his uncle Michael White and Debbie (Pecor)White whom he credited with keeping him on the right life path.
Chad passed away in his home after a battle with cancer on November 16, 2025.
In July of 1995, Chad met his future wife Karen (Jokinen)Goulette and they married in April of 1996. They welcomed a daughter Tatiana Lynn in February of 1997 and daughter Tyra Mae in September of 1999. His daughters were the center of his universe and sole motivation for his hard work ethic. Goal oriented to provide his girls with everything possible, always the center of his focus.
Chad's smile, humor, easy going nature, and full belly laugh turned every stranger into a friend. Once you were a friend, you were a friend for life.
Chad is survived by his wife and daughters, and their beloved dog Hannah. He is also survived by his birth parents William McCormanc and Patricia (Goulette), White, several siblings, aunts, uncles, laws, and a large group of friends.
There will be no calling hours.
A Celebration of Life will be held at the West Rutland Legion on November 30, 2025, from 1-5 PM