Chad Andrade, 51, of White Shield, passed away on March 7, 2025, in White Shield.
Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, March 12, 2025, at the New Ralph Wells Community Complex, White Shield, ND.
Wake Services will begin at 5:00 PM on Tuesday, March 11, 2025, at the New Ralph Wells Community Complex, White Shield, ND.
Chad “Pepper” Andrade was born October 7, 1973, to Jessie Andrade and Juliette (Rolly) Everett in Los Angeles California. There was Shirley, Roseanne, Jessica, Jesse Jr then Chad was the youngest of his siblings. Chad, in his younger years enjoyed playing baseball as an outfielder on the Angels for East side little league with his brother Jesse (Punky). He also enjoyed boxing in Parshall. During Chad’s childhood, his family resided and travelled between North Dakota and California. Chad had many friends in both places.
He enjoyed disassembling and reassembling things from a young age, which led to his interest in building computers, firearms, and various other items. He also had an interest in hunting and fishing. In 1990, he met Francine Connors, and they were frequently seen together. In 1995, their first child Neysa Renee Andrade was born but passed away five months later due to Cystic Fibrosis. They had three more children: Chantel born in January 1996, Chad Jr born in October 1997, and Marissa born in July 2000. He valued spending time with his family, particularly at birthday parties and family reunions.
His first grandson, Desmond Jesse, was born on October 1, 2021. He enjoyed being a grandfather and spent a lot of time with his grandsons, Desmond and Wesley Jr.
He worked in various fields including construction, road work, and as a wildland firefighter. His last job was with TAT Solid Waste for 13 years. Additionally, he volunteered for the White Shield Fire Department.
His presence will be remembered by all who knew him. He is survived by his wife Francine, daughters Chantel and Marisa Andrade, son Chad Jr., grandson Desmond, Sisters Shirley, Roseanne, Jessica, brother Jesse Jr (Punky) and far too many other family members and relatives to name them all. We know that he is now reunited with those who have passed before him, including his daughter Neysa Andrade, parents Punky Andrade and Juliette (Rolly) Everett and numerous other relatives.
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