Raymond Brule, Jr. Obituary

Raymond R. Brule, Jr., 66, of Goffstown, NH died on Monday, January 26, 2026 at his residence.

Ray was born on July 29, 1959, in Manchester, NH, the son of Raymond R. and Patricia (Eddinger) Brule, Sr.

Ray spent almost 35 years at the Goffstown Police Department in the communications division answering calls for help. He was known as a strong, stable voice that first responders could depend on during the most dire emergencies. Ray’s knowledge and experience allowed him to anticipate first responders’ needs before they came across the radio. His consistent high-level performance earned him Employee of the Year three times, with dozens of letters of excellence from multiple chiefs of different agencies throughout his career.

He enjoyed fishing, car racing, sports and spending time with his close group of friends. In retirement he found his greatest joy in spending time with his grandchildren.

Ray is survived by his mother, Patricia of Manchester; two sons, Benjamin R. Brule and wife, Melissa of Goffstown; Matthew P. Brule and wife, Dreamer of Manchester; five grandchildren, Bradley, Charlie, Genevieve, Laken and Lainey; two brothers, Robert and Paul Brule, two sisters, Marie St. Amand and Sandra Morrison; several nieces and nephews; and his closest and most deeply adored friend of more than 30 years, Jessica Skorupski. He was predeceased by his father, Raymond Sr.

SERVICES: A Memorial Gathering will be held on Monday, February 2, 2026 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Phaneuf Funeral Homes and Crematorium, 243 Hanover Street, in Manchester. Family, friends and department members are welcome to join a brief memorial service at 1 p.m. with an open invitation to share stories and memories of Ray. Interment will take place at a later date in St. Joseph Cemetery, in Bedford, NH.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks for contributions to the Goffstown Police Association, in memory of Ray.

To view Raymond’s online tribute, send condolences to the family, or for more information, visit https://phaneuf.net. Assisting the family with arrangements is the Phaneuf Funeral Homes and Crematorium, Manchester, NH.