Kenneth E. Pinard Jr., 76, of Boothbay, Maine, passed away peacefully at his home on July 11, 2026.

He was predeceased by his parents, Kenneth E. Pinard Sr. and Jeannette E. Pronovost.

Born in Waterbury, Connecticut, Ken was raised in Wolcott, Connecticut. He spent nearly three decades in Thomaston, Connecticut, where he raised his family before eventually making his home in Boothbay, Maine.

By profession, Ken was an accomplished draftsman, estimator, and project manager whose career spanned a wide variety of state, private, pharmaceutical, and commercial construction projects, both large and small. He earned the respect of colleagues through his exceptional attention to detail, meticulous planning, and unwavering commitment to doing every job the right way. Among the many projects he completed throughout his career, one of his most cherished was his work on the Hole in the Wall Gang Camp, founded by Paul Newman.

Knowing that he contributed to a place where children with serious illnesses could find joy, friendship, and adventure brought him immense fulfillment.

Ken found joy in life's simple pleasures. He was a devoted fan of UConn basketball and the Boston Red Sox. He always looked forward to the opening day of the fishing season.

Ken took great pride in everything he did. He had an eye for order and believed that any job worth doing was worth doing well. Whether he was carefully stacking firewood with perfect precision, building beautiful stone walls one rock at a time, or meticulously tending to his yard, his patience and craftsmanship were evident in every detail. He found satisfaction in creating things that would last and in caring for the place he called home. His yard reflected the same quiet dedication that defined his life—always neat, well cared for, and a source of pride.

He also had a remarkable gift as a painter. With a steady hand and an extraordinary eye for detail, Ken approached every brushstroke with the same care and precision that he brought to every other part of his life. His paintings reflected not only his talent but also his patience, thoughtfulness, and appreciation for beauty in both nature and architecture. Through his artwork, he quietly shared a part of himself, leaving behind creations that will be treasured for years to come.

After choosing to undergo treatment for cancer, Ken later made the deeply personal decision to stop treatment when he felt the time was right. He chose to spend his final days in the comfort of his own home, surrounded by the love of his family. Even until the end, Ken remained in control of his own journey, meeting it with the same independence and dignity that defined the man he was.

In accordance with his final wishes, Ken made the generous decision to donate his body to the University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine in Biddeford, Maine, so that future

physicians could learn and advance the care of others.

Ken is survived by his wife, Jacquelyn (Gleason) Pinard; his son, Keith Pinard of Southington, Connecticut; and his daughter, Jennifer Pinard of East Haddam, Connecticut. He is also survived by his two grandchildren, Jacey Clarke and Aiden Clarke. He is also survived by his brother, Alan Pinard and his wife, Suzanne (Mitchell) Pinard of Elkins Park, Pennsylvania. In addition to his immediate family, Ken leaves behind several cherished cousins, many nieces and nephews, and lifelong friends.

To honor Ken's memory and the causes that were meaningful to him, memorial contributions may be made to St. Columba's Church in Boothbay Harbor, Maine, The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp in Ashford, Connecticut; The University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine Anatomical Donation Program in Biddeford; or MaineHealth Cancer Care & IV Therapy in Damariscotta. The family is deeply grateful for the faith, education, and compassionate care these organizations represent.

Plans for a Celebration of Life are to be determined at a later date.