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James R. Bourque; 71
FITCHBURG -- James R. "Jimbo" Bourque, 71, died Monday, December 30, 2013, at home after an illness.
He leaves his wife of 44 years, Diane B. (Lussier) Bourque; two sons, Donald D. Bourque and his husband, Paul J. Gould of Webster, and Jeffrey R. Bourque of Fitchburg; a daughter, Robin I. Bourque of Fitchburg; four grandchildren; two brothers, Robert and Ronald Bourque; two sisters, Carol Carriere and Patricia Snouffer; nephews and nieces.
He was born in Fitchburg, the son of Henry J. and Irene (LaFleur) Bourque, and was a lifelong resident.
He served in the United States Marine Corps during the Vietnam War.
For 34 years, Mr. Bourque worked as a machine operator and then as foreman at Anwelt Shoe Corporation. He was then employed at Tucker Housewares in Leominster for 10 years; he retired from Mohawk Cable & Wire in Leominster as a forklift operator in 2007.
He was a member of Saint Joseph Church and the former Franco-American Club. He was an avid golfer, a NASCAR fan, and an ardent fan of the Boston Red Sox and the New England Patriots.
The family would like to thank the staff at Health Alliance Hospital in Leominster for their compassionate care for Jim during his illness.
BOURQUE -- The funeral will be held on Monday, January 6, from the Brandon Funeral Home, 305 Wanoosnoc Road, with a Mass at 10:00 AM in Saint Joseph Church, 49 Woodland Street. Burial, with military honors, will follow in Saint Joseph Cemetery. Calling hours will be from 5:00 to 7:00 PM Sunday, January 5, in the funeral home. Donations in his name may be made to: Health Alliance Hospital Hospice, 25 Tucker Drive, Leominster, MA 01453. www.sitkowski-malboeuf.com
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Dianne & Family,
Just found out about Jim. So sorry for your loss. You're in our thoughts.
Love
Jack & Dawn Frost
Jack & Dawn Frost
January 28, 2014
Don, Sorry to hear about the loss of your father.Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this very sad time.
Bob and Robin Craver
January 5, 2014
Don, Sorry for the loss of your father. Your in our thoughts and prayers at this sad time. Also to your family
Love Lucille & Jack
January 4, 2014
Though I only knew you in my adult years I know that you were a man that I have much respect for, I am honored to have known you. You were a great husband and an awesome father. I don't know what else to say except " I love you" For being a strong Marine and thank you for raising a great family! Semper Fi <3
Dawn Mathieu
January 2, 2014
We think about you always,
we talk about you still,
you have never been forgotten, Dad
and you never will.
We hold you close within our hearts,
and there you will remain,
To walk and guide us through our lives
until we meet again. I love you Dad
jeff bourque
January 2, 2014
Don, I am so very sorry to hear about the loss of your Dad. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Chris Jackel
January 2, 2014
Not just my uncle, but my godfather too. You were an amazing man. Not a day will go by that you are not thought of. Please watch down over Aunt Diane, Donald, Jeff and Robin. GOD SPEED....
Heidi Haase
January 2, 2014
So sorry to hear about the loss of your Dad. Keep all the good memories close to your heart.
Lisa Young
January 1, 2014
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