55-Year-Old Paul A. Brailsford of Louisville Passes Away

Paul A. Brailsford, 55, passed away unexpectedly at his Louisville, New York, home on Monday, November 2, 2026, according to North Country Now.

The sudden loss of the former Mater Dei College graduate marks a quiet end to a life defined by a journey between the East Coast and Northern New York. While the news has impacted his immediate circle of family and friends, the community is preparing to gather later this month to honor his memory.

Born on April 4, 1971, in Exeter, New Hampshire, to the late Mary Linehan and Richard A. Brailsford Jr., Paul Brailsford eventually found his way back to the region that shaped his early years. He was a 1990 graduate of Madrid-Waddington school, a milestone that preceded his academic success in Ogdensburg.

Brailsford earned a degree in Business Administration from Mater Dei College, graduating magna cum laude. This academic achievement provided the foundation for a period of professional exploration outside of the North Country.

After his studies, he moved to Nashua, New Hampshire, to pursue what he described as “big city” life. During his decade-long tenure in New Hampshire, he worked for United Health Group before ultimately deciding to return to Northern New York.

Upon his return, Brailsford transitioned into various customer service roles, often balancing multiple positions to support himself. He spent notable time working at Tim Hortons and Rosarios, eventually settling into a position at Rosarios.

The personal impact of his passing is felt across several families in the region. Brailsford is survived by his sister, Patricia Burleigh, of Louisville, and brothers Robert “Bob” and Lee Brailsford of Massena, David Brailsford of Chase Mills, and Richard Brailsford of Manchester, New Hampshire.

He also leaves behind several nieces and nephews. Beyond his biological family, Brailsford maintained a close bond with Gary “Dad” and Linda “Mom” and his second sister, Susan Pecore, whom he considered his second family.

The family said that he was predeceased by his brothers Joseph Lee, James Paul, and Brian Brailsford, as well as his nephew, Justin R. Brailsford. His home was shared with his K9 companion, Nina, and his feline friend, Mama.

In lieu of traditional calling hours or funeral services, the family has organized a communal gathering. A Celebration of Life is scheduled for Sunday, November 22, 2026, at the Massena VFW Post No. 1143, located at 101 W Hatfield Street. The event is set to begin at 2:00 pm.

Arrangements for the memorial are being handled by the Phillips Memorial Home in Massena. Those wishing to contribute to a cause in his memory may direct donations to the Potsdam Humane Society, located at 17 Madrid Ave. in Potsdam, NY.

Online condolences, including memories, pictures, and memorial trees, can be shared with the family through the official memorial page at www.PhillipsMemorial.com.

Brailsford was known to enjoy the wintertime season, old movies, cooking, baking, and spending time at the casino with friends and family.

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