Brian C. Archambault, 56, of Manchester died unexpectedly on Friday (February 3, 2012) in Manchester. He was born in Hartford the son of the late Richard N. and Lilian (Neale) Archambault. He was a graduate of Manchester High School and had lived in Manchester for many years. Brian was a thoroughbred race horse jockey having raced throughout the United States and Canada. He was an avid fisherman and enjoyed boating. Brian is survived by his brothers Robert Archambault and his wife Bonnie of Hebron and Neil Archambault and his wife Leslie of Manchester; his nieces and nephews Timmy, Alysha, Eric, Nicole, Madison, Jack, David and Diane and his grand nephews and niece Colby, Madeline and Bennett. Brian was also predeceased by his sister Cathy and his brother Steven. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday (2/7) at 11:00 at the John F. Tierney Funeral Home 219 West Center St. Manchester followed by burial in St. James Cemetery, Manchester. Family and friends may call at the funeral home on Monday from 4-7.