Frederick William Graf Jr.

“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; 2 brothers, John Graf of Alexandria, VA and Brian Graf of Bow; 2 sisters, Karen Graf of Oakland, CA and Barbara Graf of East Hampton, MA; his in-laws Frank and Evelynn (Garcia) Camaione of Laconia, NH, 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, 2016 at 10am 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 www.bennettfuneral.com