Eugene Martineau, 81, of Manchester New Hampshire, passed away on July 1st, 2026, surrounded by his son and the caring staff at the Alpine Healthcare Center in Keene, New Hampshire.

Born in Rumford, Maine, on November 2, 1944, Eugene was one of fourteen children. He graduated from Rumford High School in 1965 and proudly served his country in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam War as a civil engineer and carpentry specialist. After his military service, Eugene built a life rooted in determination and perseverance, eventually becoming the proud owner of Martineau Trucking.

Eugene and his beloved wife, Rosemary Elaine Martineau, shared many years together, raising their family in New Hampshire before retiring together to Florida. Following Rosemary’s passing, Eugene returned to New Hampshire, finding comfort in familiar places. Though he worked hard throughout his life, he found his greatest joy in life's simple pleasures. Whether he was in the woods deer hunting with his son Todd, fixing something that needed repairing, or listening to country music and the timeless songs of the 1950s, Eugene embraced every moment. New Year's Eve was one of his favorite celebrations, where he could always be found laughing, dancing, and welcoming another year surrounded by family and friends. He was a man who genuinely loved people and lived each day with gratitude for the ordinary moments that make life extraordinary.

A good man leaves his mark not through grand gestures, but through the lives he touches. Eugene's legacy is found in the family he loved the friendships he treasured, the country he served, and the countless simple moments he filled with laughter, kindness, and love. He will be deeply missed and forever remembered.

He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Rosemary Elaine Martineau; his son, Dean Martineau; and his cherished granddaughter, Jolene Martineau. His sisters Jeanette Knox, Irene Sinclair, and Pauline Blanchard; his brothers, Albert Martineau, Maurice Martineau, Henry Martineau, Donald "Babe" Martineau, Joseph "Emil" Martineau, Raymond "Curly" Martineau, and Marcel "Beechie" Martineau.

He is survived by his son, Todd Martineau; his sisters, Joanne Morin, Yvette Leblanc, his grandchildren, Kevin McDermott, Nathan Martineau, and Bradley Martineau; and his great-grandchildren, Dylan McDermott, Jolene McDermott, Landon Martineau, and Callahan Martineau, along with many extended family members and dear friends.

Eugene will be laid to rest beside his beloved wife and granddaughter at Forest Hill Cemetery in Derry, New Hampshire on Saturday, August 29th at 11:00am, all are warmly welcome to attend.

In leu of flowers, a donation made be made in Eugene’s name to Ruck-up.