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Obituary

William “Chris” Padden, 58, of Delray Beach, Florida, passed away at home after a hard-fought battle with cancer.

He is survived by his sister, Jennifer Fairlie; his niece and nephew, Alina and Aidan; and his brother-in-law, Alexis—all of Holyoke, Massachusetts. He also leaves behind his partner of six years, Melissa Pelletier, who stood by him throughout his illness.

Chris proudly served six years of active duty in the United States Air Force, with assignments in …

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God Speed my dear forever friend! Many cherished memories throughout 42 years!  You will forever hold a special place i…
God Speed my dear forever friend! Many cherished memories throughout 42 years!  You will forever ho…
God Speed my dear forever friend! Many cherished memories throug…

Very sad to see Chris has passed. 

He was a genuinely good guy. 

A friend of many years. 

May he rest peacefully. 

Condolen…

Very sad to see Chris has passed. 

He was a genuinely good guy. 

A friend of many years. 

May he rest …

Very sad to see Chris has passed. 

He was a genuinely good guy. 

A…

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Born

January 8th, 1967
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Passed away

July 6th, 2025
Delray Beach, FL

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