Timothy Samuel Minasian 71, of Manchester, NH passed away on October 12, 2026 after a long battle with cancer.

He was born June 7, 1955 to George and Gloria Minasian. Tim joined the army and trained to be a telephone lineman. He had an overseas tour in South Korea and rose to the rank of E-4 and was honorably discharged in September of 1976.

Tim attended Northern Essex Community College and continued his education at the University of Massachusetts. He graduated with high honors. Tim started a successful insulation business, but ultimately decided on a career in Workforce and Strategic Management. His work took him all over the world with long term stays in Ireland and Saudi Arabia before returning to New Hampshire in 2013. In Tim’s final role he worked as a Project and Workforce Manager at St. Mary’s Bank.

Tim is survived by his wife, Lori Minasian. He is also survived by his brother, George and his wife, Yongae, brother Dale and his wife, Tina, and sister, Rhonda Minasian. Tim is also survived by a niece, Hannah Minasian and a nephew, Brandon Minasian as well as aunts, uncles, cousins, Lori’s daughters, grandchildren and many close friends. Tim was predeceased by his parents and older brother, Robert Minasian.

Outside of work, Tim enjoyed reading, traveling, history, politics, hiking, biking and swimming, He was known best for his witty sayings, love of red wine and a good conversation.

SERVICES: A memorial service will be held on Monday, October 19, 2026, 11 a.m. at Phaneuf Funeral Homes & Crematorium, 243 Hanover Street, in Manchester, NH.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Wounded Warrior Project, in memory of Tim.

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