James Edward Bourbeau

1940 - 2021

James Edward Bourbeau obituary, 1940-2021, Hamden, CT

BORN

1940

DIED

2021

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Beecher and Bennett Funeral Home - Hamden

2300 Whitney Avenue

Hamden, Connecticut

James Bourbeau Obituary

James Edward Bourbeau
James Edward Bourbeau, 81, of Hamden, passed away peacefully at his home on December 28, 2021 with his family by his side after a brief illness. He was born in Springfield, MA on May 1, 1940 to the late Albert and Simonne (Joubert) Bourbeau. Jim was a very proud Marine, serving 6 years from 1958-1964. Jim worked for the CT Department of Motor Vehicles for over 25 years in various roles. Jim will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 57 years, Gloria (Bergami) Bourbeau; and his daughters and sons-in-law, Renee and Kevin Brumleve of Cheshire, Denise and Charles Caballero of San Diego, CA, and Lori and Peter Cuticelli of Wallingford. He was especially proud of his five grandchildren: Raymond, Gregory and Colleen Brumleve, and Olivia and Sydney Cuticelli. He leaves his siblings, Annette Rogers, of Branford, Michele Bourbeau, of Chicopee, MA, Daniel Bourbeau, of Southwick, MA and Michelle Ann Davis of Chicopee, MA. He was predeceased by his sister, Ann Theroux, brother-in-law, Ronald Rogers, and sister-in-law, Deborah Bourbeau. In addition to his love for antique cars and motorcycles, he was known as a jack of all trades. He was always available to anyone who needed something repaired. He was the perfect example of selflessness, assisting at any time of day or night. Jim enjoyed traveling with his family to his timeshare in Aruba, visiting Disney, cruising and exploring Europe. He was an active member of the Elks Lodge #25, American Legion Post 76 and the Marine Corps League.
Friends are invited to visit with his family on Sunday, January 2, 2022 at BEECHER & BENNETT FUNERAL HOME, 2300 Whitney Ave., Hamden from 3:00 to 7:00 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday at 10:00 a.m. at Divine Mercy Parish, St. Rita Church, 1620 Whitney Ave., Hamden followed by burial with Military Honors at All Saints Cemetery, 700 Middletown Ave., North Haven. Please consider making a donation to Neuroendocrine Cancer Awareness Network at www.netcancerawareness.org or donate by phone at 1-866-850-9555. To leave an online condolence for his family, please go to: www.beecherandbennett.com.



Published by The New Haven Register on Dec. 30, 2021.
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Dear Gloria and family,
I am so sorry but I just hear about Jim's passing. I wanted to let you know what a blessing he was for me and the kids. Gloria if it wasn't for Jim and the cars he found and kept running for us I truly don't know what I would have done. His caring and giving heart got us through some tough times. I have told many people about your family and your kindness to us. With much sadness and love your family will always be a blessing to me.
Noreen

Noreen Mattei

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January 16, 2022

Gloria, my deepest sympathy for the loss of your husband Jim. He was a wonderful neighbor always willing to help wanting nothing in return. A wonder example of a great person.

Michelle Bradley

January 4, 2022

So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Allan and Bonnie Thibodeau

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January 2, 2022

So very sorry for your loss. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Sam & Lois Bergami Jr.

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January 1, 2022

Dear Gloria I am so sorry to hear about Jim´s passing. You know he was my go to person forever and has seen me through so many different difficulties! He was a big part of my life and it all started at Dmv. He was always there to help anyone who needed it. What a special man who loved you and his family so much. Thank you for sharing him with us. Sending my love to you and the family

Deb MacLennan & my family

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January 1, 2022

sending you my deepest sympathy

patricia palana

December 31, 2021

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