Peter J. Bruckler

Peter J. Bruckler, 62, passed away on August 5, 2025, at Concord Hospital with his family by his side.

He was born on July 20, 1963, in Fontana, CA, to his parents, Paul and Mary Bruckler.

Peter attended St. Adelaids Elementary School and attended St. Thomas Aquinas Highschool until his family moved, and he finished his senior year at Pacific High School. He graduated from San Bernadino Community College and then began his career with the US Marine Corps.

He met and married the love of his life, Carolyn, and the two served in the Marines together.

Peter was a Gulf War veteran. He was deployed with the advance party and stayed throughout the war. He was chosen to break down and pack up all the gear into the planes and flew back to the US.

Peter had many interests, but he was very passionate about football. Starting at age 7, he played throughout his life. He enjoyed target shooting, working out, and more than anything else, spending time with his family.

Peter was a very loved man, who will be missed by everyone who knew him.

He leaves behind his loving wife, Carolyn Bruckler, his children; Peter G, Corey and his wife Lillian, and Joseph and his wife Danielle, his grandchildren; Brenden and Logan, his sister; Annette, as well as many nieces, nephews, and friends.

A celebration of Peter’s life and service to his country will take place on Wednesday August 13, 2025, at 10:00am, at the NH State Veteran’s Cemetery located at 110 Daniel Webster Highway, Boscawen NH 03303.

Flowers and gifts of sympathy for Peter and his family may be sent to Phaneuf Funeral Home, located at 243 Hanover Street, Manchester NH 03104.