Portsmouth Lobsterman, Teacher Anthony Rahn Remembered

A diver found dead in the Piscataqua River Saturday was remembered as a family man and passionate teacher.

Anthony Rahn, 69, of Portsmouth, was diving Friday morning near the Sarah Long Bridge when something went wrong and he didn't resurface for over an hour. Authorities immediately launched rescue boats to search for him. His body was recovered Saturday afternoon.

Rahn was in the water checking a trawl line, according to Foster's Daily Democrat.

Rahn was a physical education teacher at Dondero Elementary School and Newington Elementary School, according to his obituary. He was a coach and helped develop the Portsmouth Girls Softball Association League and the Portsmouth Elementary Basketball League.

"Those who know Tony will remember him for his humor, ability to say whatever was on his mind and bring smiles to everyone in the room," his obituary reads.

Rahn also loved lobstering.

"Tony's love for the water and lobstering was only outweighed by his love for family," the obituary said.

Authorities on Monday continued to investigate Rahn's accident.

Information about services for Rahn can be found here.