LACONIA ---- Kenneth E. Brunelle, 63, of Laconia, NH, passed away on Monday, December 30, 2024 at Elliot Hospital Manchester after a long illness.
Born on September 16, 1961, to Geraldine “Jerri” Brunelle and the late Ralph “Sonny” Brunelle, Ken grew up in Gilford, NH, spending his summers on Lake Winnipesaukee.
He attended Laconia High School where he met his high school sweetheart, Sheryl. Together they shared 26 years of marriage and raised two children, Jennifer and Jeremy, who were the pride and joy of his life.
To his family, Ken was a provider. A role he carried out with strength, love, and care. For over 20 years, Ken worked at New Hampshire Ball Bearing, earning the respect of his colleagues. He lived by the motto, “Work hard. Play hard.” He could always be found outdoors either spending time with friends and family, tinkering on projects or lending a helping hand. Ken was a man of many talents such as skiing, playing the drums and baseball, later in life, coaching his son's team. He enjoyed interests with family such as boating, snowmobiling, waterskiing, fishing and sledding, just to name a few. His greatest thrill was riding his motorcycle with friends.
Ken will be remembered for the full life he lived as a hardworking family man whose genuine love for life and all it had to offer kept him busy till the end.
He is predeceased by his father, Ralph “Sonny” Brunelle, and his brother, Ernie.
Ken is survived by his mother, Geraldine “Jerri” Brunelle; his former wife, Sheryl Brunelle; his son, Jeremy; his daughter, Jennifer and her significant other Nick. Ken’s memory will live on in his four grand-children: Briana and Ryan Lahey, Cadence and Carlyn Brunelle, and his large extended family stretching from New Hampshire to Connecticut and South Carolina.
Ken’s memory will live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved him. He will forever be remembered as a good man, a hard worker, and a loving family member.
Burial will be held in the spring of 2025. In the meantime, please direct any inquiries to Jeremy Brunelle at [email protected].
In lieu of flowers, please make contributions in Ken’s memory to the charity of your choice.
Wilkinson-Beane-Simoneau-Paquette Funeral Home & Cremation Services/603Cremations.com, 164 Pleasant St., Laconia, NH, 03246, is assisting the family with arrangements. For more information and to view an online memorial, please visit wilkinsonbeane.com.