1948 - 2017
Visitation
August 18, 20174-8P.M.
Dolan Funeral Home
No Funeral Date Scheduled
David H. Christian, 68, of Derry, NH died surrounded by his loving family at his home on Tuesday, August 15, 2017.
Born in Lowell, he was the son of the late Henry and Doris Christian. He graduated from Dracut High School.
He proudly served with the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War.
David worked as a welder for 43 years for the Rail Road. He was presently working for Keolis Commuter Service of Somerville, MA.
He was a member of the American Legion Post 100 of Pelham, NH where he enjoyed playing horse shoes and pool.
David enjoyed tinkering with his Chevy trucks, riding his Harley and going to car shows. His greatest pleasure was spending time with his family.
He is survived by his daughter, BobbiAnn Christian and her husband, Donald Chasse of Derry, NH; sons, David Christian of Litchfield, NH, Scott Barrett of Lowell and Matt and his wife, Donna Barrett of Dracut; sister, Louise Christian of Lowell; brothers, Mark Christian of Lowell and Randy Christian of Nashua, NH; grandchildren, Joshua Christian, Alyssa Chasse, Isabella Barrett, Wesley Barrett, Jack Barrett and Ryan Barrett and many nieces and nephews.
He was the brother of the late Dean Christian and Claire Napolitano.
Visiting hours Fri. 4 to 8 P.M. at the DOLAN FUNERAL HOME, 106 MIDDLESEX ST., CHELMSFORD, MA. Burial at a later date in St. Joseph Cemetery, Chelmsford. Memorials may be made in his name to the Vietnam Vets of America, 8719 Colesville Rd. Suite #100, Silver Spring, MD 20910 or the VNA of Manchester & Southern, NH, 1070 Holt Ave. #4, Manchester, NH 03109. ARRANGEMENTS BY DOLAN FUNERAL HOME 978-251-4041.
Anna & Charlie DeGrandpre
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I am so sorry to hear of Dave passing. He will be missed
Ron Sartori
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So sorry Dave was a great guy.
Rich Sartori
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RIP Dave I’ll never forget the first day I met you in the Billerica Shop 1986 you were the first perso I ever met on the RR as a Boiler Maker and I thought this going to be fun working with him.
Lorraine Butler
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I’m so sorry for your loss he is now resting in peace now may god be with his family he was a great guy his family are in my prays
kenny moquin
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A great loss I will always remember you The time at the races will always be in my heart Dave RIP we will meet again
theresa christian gagnon
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R.I.P cousin say hi to my husband for me
Stan Mitchell
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RIP Dave. You and Ronnie P. were my first crew and the both of you taught me well, including 45,. I will miss your smile and laughter and will forever remember my time “working with Foster Brooks”.
God Bless you and say hello to my wife Sandra.
Rich Bellefeuille
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I remember growing up with Dave in our old neighborhood on Forest Ave. He was the nicest, funniest and friendliest kid in the hood, and he grew up to be a very nice guy. Awfully sorry to hear of Dave’s passing.
Lorraine Butler
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I lived down the street from Dave up in Derry New Hampshire he was great neighbor one winter he came to my house and help my mother shovel my drive way he is going to be miss
Joanne Smith
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Many good memories,David was a straight shooter told it like it was Honest and loyal hardworking and served his country can’t ask for more than that Rest in peace David may there be Budweiser and Chevy trucks in heaven With much respect and gratitude Mike Joanne and Riley
Jessica downs
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Dave was always so good to Wesley and I. He never fogot about us at holidays etc. Always welcoming and very talented. I am so sorry for your loss. He’s watching over all of us now. Rest in peace
Paul George
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Gonna miss you dearly Junior , my first north side crew on the RR , and I pray that Yourself and Pappy will always be watching over all of us ,you were a genuine good hearted soul , had a lot of laughs and great times , God Bless You My Friend ….
Leo mercier
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Dave you will be missed by all of your friends that you worked with at the Railroad and also by my Wife and myself you were a great person while working with you always and a Friend to the end Love to all of your Family members Leo & Jean Mercier R.I.P.