Brian R. Pineault

Brian R. Pineault, 60, of Gilford, New Hampshire, passed away on March 10, 2026, in Concord, New Hampshire.

Born on October 5, 1965, in Manchester, New Hampshire, Brian was a proud native who found joy in life’s simple pleasures. He cherished good food and drink, New England sports, cruising in his beloved Ford Mustang with the top down, late-night karaoke, and his annual boys’ camping trips. His warm sense of humor could light up any room and left a lasting impression on everyone he met.

Brian served with distinction for 11 years in the New Hampshire Army National Guard, attaining the rank of Sergeant (E-5) as a Cannon Fire Direction Specialist during the Persian Gulf War period. His service earned him two Army Achievement Medals, the Army Service Ribbon, and the New Hampshire National Guard Service Bar. For 38 years, he devoted himself to Summit Packaging Systems in Manchester, where he built the Quality Team from the ground up. Known for his loyalty and strong work ethic, he believed deeply that the team’s dedication and collaboration were the true keys to the company’s success.

Above all, Brian’s greatest pride was his family. He was a steady, loving presence in his children’s lives, coaching their teams, cheering from the sidelines, helping with math homework, building epic sledding paths in winter and sandcastles in summer, and often serving as the favorite field trip chaperone. Through his example, he showed them the value of hard work while always making time for fun and lasting memories. His joy only deepened when he became Pépère to his beloved grandchildren.

Brian is survived by his children Sarah Russell and her husband Corey Russell, Hannah Pineault and her fiancé Myles Jadis, Emily Pineault, and William Pineault and his wife Rayven Pineault, as well as his bonus sons Mitchell Carr and Seth Hallett. He was a proud Pépère to Jameson Russell, Brody Russell, and Charlotte Russell. He is also survived by his siblings Christine Durant, Dennis Pineault and his wife Denise, Kenneth Pineault and his wife Gail, and Peter Pineault and his wife Suzanne, along with many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Brian is also survived by his fiancée Theresa Lemay, whose long friendship brought him companionship, love, warmth, and laughter in his later years. He shared countless memories with his closest friends Cliff Peck and Jimbo Bobo, as well as the friends who became family at Cascade Campground.

Brian’s legacy lives on in the memories of laughter, friendship, and simple moments that mattered most, often ending with a karaoke song sung a little louder than it needed to be.