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Chad Raab Obituary

GOFFSTOWN - Chad E. Raab, 38, died suddenly Feb. 7, 2015, at Catholic Medical Center. Born in Fairbanks, Alaska, he has resided in Goffstown since 1984. He was a graduate of Goffstown High School. Chad was a self-employed construction framer and a member of the Sheet Metal Workers Local 17. An avid outdoorsman, Chad enjoyed hunting, fishing and spending time with his daughter Rylee and their dog Bailey. He was a dedicated Boston sports fan and had played travel hockey with the Manchester Flames as a youth.Members of the family include his parents George J. and Sharon L. Raab of Richmond, Va.; his daughter Rylee Raab of Goffstown; his sister Melanie Eltz of Georgia; his grandmother Mary Anna Raab of Baltimore, Md.; his grandfather Norman Holt of Goffstown; and his many aunts, uncles, nephews, a niece and a cousin.

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services: Visitation will be held Wednesday from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at French and Rising Funeral Home, 17 South Mast St., Goffstown. A memorial service will follow at 6 p.m. in the funeral home. For more information or to sign an online guestbook go to www.frenchandrising.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Union Leader on Feb. 10, 2015.

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Sally & Bob Hunneyman

February 12, 2015

Dear George,Sharon & Family
I was sadden to read of Chad's passing. George and Sharon, we understand what you are going through;as we were in those same shoes. It has been 20 yrs since we saw each other, however once we worked on that old chest x-ray unit it was friends ever since. Please know that you are in our prayers.

Kathryn Fleury

February 11, 2015

So sorry to hear about Chad's passing. My thoughts and prayers go out to Melanie and the Raab family.

Melissa Walsh

February 11, 2015

Chad I can't believe you are gone. You treated me like an old friend and welcomed me into your home. Rest easy bud. My sincere condolences to your family. I know you're looking down on all of us today as we celebrate your life...

Melissa Walsh

February 11, 2015

Chad you were so kind and selfless. Thank you for being there, I will never forget you. Rest easy friend.

Tiffany Rogers (Watson)

February 11, 2015

My thoughts and prayers are with his family. May you rest in peace. Just remember all the happy memories and joy he brought to your lives.

Renee Mitchell

February 10, 2015

I'm so sorry for your loss...he will be missed by many but never forgotten.

Jean & Donna Beaulieu

February 10, 2015

Dear Sharon & George, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family in your time of sorrow.

Sara Emerton

February 10, 2015

I can remember what a great friend he was. We met in 5th grade, all I remember were the jean jackets and the crushes. I just recently saw him and he hasn't changed since highschool, still handsome. Rest Peace Chad. God bless your family.

Melanie Palmer

February 10, 2015

To Chad's family and friends.
I am so sorry for your loss. Chad was always so thoughtful and kind and always had a smile for others. He was such a great guy. Love to all of you

Kelly Tibbetts

February 10, 2015

So sorry for your loss Sharon and George. So many memories of Chad and I. Plus reconnecting with you as well Sharon. My thoughts and prayers are with Rylee and the whole family. Love from the Tibbetts Family

Christine Vincent/ miller

February 10, 2015

Ill love u forever! U are my best friend Chad you always knew where to find me a way to always have my phone number you were my protector throughout the years... i never forget ur smile ur laugh or the way you would do the shuffle after a score from our favorite teams... you taught me football the plays and the teams ... you are amazing my friend my children are so sad to know they will never see their Chaddy again.... sadie loves you so much Chad... Macie is beside herself with thoughts and questions and memories of playing baseball or golf in the backyard... i love u Chad I will see u soon...xoxox

Shirley Melvoen

February 10, 2015

My thoughts are with your family at this very difficult time.

Pamela Sargent

February 10, 2015

Dear George,Sharon and Family, I am so very very sorry to learn of Chad's passing. I still remember him as a young boy in your living room break dancing and my Sara having such a crush on him. Please keep your memories of him alive and close to your heart. Love, Pam

Jeanne Stine

February 10, 2015

I will alway remember his famous breakdances. So sorry for the loss, my condolences to his family. My thoughts and prayer go to his family!
Jeanne & Clint

Tammy St John

February 10, 2015

So sorry for your loss.

Amanda Laverriere

February 10, 2015

I think it was the first day of 5th grade when I met Chad. We hung out a lot when we were kids and througout high school. I will never forget some of the crazy things he did especially shaving off his eyebrows! My condolences to Melanie and the rest of the family.

Tina Gelinas

February 10, 2015

You're flying with the angels my dearest friend. You're such an amazing guy and will be truly missed by many. I will forever cherish our memories? Until we meet again. Rest easy. Love you?

Andrea Williams

February 10, 2015

I'm so saddened in the loss of Chad. I graduated with Melanie as well, but those of us that went to GHS all knew each other. He was a funny and full spirited person and may his memory live on in you forever. My deepest and most sincere sympathy to the entire Raab family.

Tina Gelinas

February 10, 2015

You're flying with the angels now. You're an amazing guy and will be missed by many? Until we meet again. Rest easy?

February 10, 2015

Im so sorry to hear of this. May you rest in peace. xo Vanessa Palmer

Laura Bourgeois

February 10, 2015

I will always remember Chad being the only guy in our 6th grade chorus show. And his solo! My condolences to his family. Sending love, light & healing energies to you all.

Kelly Lapierre

February 10, 2015

My thoughts are with you at this very sad time.

Jonathan Lefebvre

February 10, 2015

Sad to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to Chad's family.

John Saykaly

February 10, 2015

RIP my friend

John Saykaly

February 10, 2015

Chad ,I'll always remember our days growing up,running around the woods of Dunbarton, have you over for our cub scouts meetings,break dancing on cardboard in my kitchen, ... Good times . RIP my friend

christine pomerleau

February 10, 2015

I graduated with his sister Melanie, so sad to hear about another tragdity. My condolences to the family. Rest in piece Chad.

February 10, 2015

My heart goes out to the family, Chad was a huge part of my childhood, I will never forget the first time I met him, he let me know I was short as he was looking at me eye to eye. He was a great guy, may he leave behind sweet memories and may he visit his sweet Rylee in many many dreams. Sorry for your loss.
Sheila Dion Bobo

Renee Miller

February 10, 2015

"Time"
Nineteen Ninety~
the year that we first met
The High School crush you
thought you would never get,

At that time I myself
did not see~
that eight years later
would be the start
of you & me,

I still didn't know it then~
that I would fall in love
with you over & over again,

We separated & both went
our own ways~
Only to meet up again on
St. Patrick's Day,

More years had passed~
but you never went away
you were in my heart & soul
and there...you will always
stay,

Reunited once again
you & me~
but as time went by
you needed to be set free,

Twenty four years
has slipped me by~
I've taken "Time" for granted
My love for you will never fade
Chad Raab~ You are All
I've ever wanted!

Christine miller

February 10, 2015

I love u so much Chad.... You were my best friend my protector you have no idea how much im gonna miss our talks.... i love u sweetie hold they gates open til I get there...xoxox

sadie and macie Vincent/ miller

February 10, 2015

We love u Chaddy!

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