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Robert Bourriague Obituary
Oct. 25, 1947-Oct. 9, 2012
Resident of Santa Cruz
Memorial services will be held at 3pm on Sunday, October 14, 2012 for Robert "Bob" Daniel Bourriague.
Robert Daniel Bourriague was born on October 25, 1947 in Santa Cruz, CA he was 64 years old. Bob enjoyed every moment of his life because of the family and friends that surrounded him. He was born, raised and lived his entire life in Santa Cruz. He died after a lengthy battle with cancer. Robert, Bob, Bobbie, son, Bucko, and Dad was an amazing person who touched the lives of everyone he met. He graduated from Soquel High in 1965. A talented Craftsman, Artist and Chef; Bob brought inspiration to all and admiration from many through his creativity, sense of humor and ability to build amazing things. Robert was a member of the Santa Cruz Elks Lodge No. 824.
Robert and his wife Dorothy built a home filled with love and a lifetime of memories. Bob built a reputation as a detailed and meticulous craftsman, who often put his extended family and his clients needs above his own. His biggest joy in life was to spend time with his family. He sincerely appreciated his wife, mom and dad, his sisters, aunts, uncles, cousins, his four boys and his friends. On a professional level, he took immense pride in his work through his many projects with Don Phillips at Big Springs in the Sierra Nevada's.
Robert is survived by his wife of 33 years, Dorothy Bourriague; sons, Jim, Rob, Jason and John; father, Bernie; sisters, Jeanne, Christine and Linda; He is also survived by numerous grandchildren, cousins, aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.
Services will be held at Benito Azzaro Pacific Gardens Chapel, 1050 Cayuga St., Santa Cruz, CA on Sunday, October 14, 2012 beginning at 3:00 pm. Hawaiian attire is suggested. Please visit www.pacificgardenschapel.com to light a candle for Robert and share any condolences with his family.
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Connie Braverman McNair
October 4, 2023
Still missing you old neighbor and family friend. Connie Braverman-McNair
Connie Braverman- McNair
October 4, 2022
We still miss you, Bob. You were a big part of the Braverman family, and you will forever be in our hearts.
Kandra lippert
October 4, 2019
Again we are reminded of our friend, such a sweet guy, i remember him asking me to dance in summer school, i always thought he was the cutest guy and had a crush on him, such a sweet guy, condolences to his wife and family, nice to remember him again, RIP Bob, fondly Kandi Carbone
May 30, 2013
Tonight, six months after Bob's passing he came to my mind. I knew him briefly as a fellow craftsman that worked for Don Phillips on the Big Spring Project. He however, had a profound (positive) impact on my later years in the construction trades. Ever after my association with him I wanted to never be able to "throw a cat" through my joints. My condolences to all of you in his family (that I have never met). My favorite prayer, that is not really a prayer at all, is Bob Dylan's song, Forever Young. I leave you with that. Mickey Mann
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Marty Braverman
May 13, 2013
Bob, myself and Mark Angel had a lot of laughs and adventures as young guys. From makeshift pole vaulting on a vacant lot to busing tables at Garbini's to pranks better left unmentioned, we had fun! After high school, Bob and I went our separate ways but were able to reconnect during his last years. Just a great buddy as a kid who grew into a solid, good hearted man.
My condolences to Bob's family. He will be remembered always.
Connie BravermanMcNair
May 12, 2013
I am sorry to hear of my big brother's friend, Bob's passing. He was a man with a generous heart whose courage in the face of trials was amazing and he will always be in our hearts. All of the Braverman family sends our love and prayers.
October 13, 2012
Dear Dot,John,Jason, Robbie, Jimmy, Uncle Bernie, Jeanne, Chris, Linda and all Members of this family, There are no words that can express our heartbreak for all of you in the loss of, Bobby. He will be so missed. Love, Ben, Sharon, Carolyn, Jennifer and Bobby
October 12, 2012
Hello Bernie,
Sorry to read about the passing of yoour son. You and the family are in my prayers. Thank you Bernie for being such a wonderful spirit as your son. Love to you, Debra Demos xoxox
Janice and Tom McKinney
October 12, 2012
Dear Christine and Bourriague Family, Our deepest sypathies at the passing of your brother. He fought a courageous battle with cancer---I am often reminded that of all the things that cancer takes, it can never take our memories. May those memories bring you and your entire family some comfort in the days ahead.
Marilyn Budworth-Drummond
October 11, 2012
Oh yes, our forever "Bobby", and such a sweet friend. My thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends and all of the lives that he touched along the way.
October 10, 2012
Sorry to read about Bobs passing. He and I had Bob Gassaway's Wood-shop class together at Soquel High. Bob was day younger than I am; Our sincere condolences to his wife and family...
Stephen Cowden
October 10, 2012
I am sorry to hear of Bob's passing. We knew each other during high school. We both had VW Beetles and would see each other cruising on Beach street
Suzi Marquess
October 10, 2012
Forever Bobby. I remember a kind, gentle, fun spirit. First boyfriend. Forever family friends. I'm sad too.
kandi carbone-lippert
October 10, 2012
Iam so sad to learn of Bob's passing, my prayers and condolences go out to his wife and family, he was such a nice guy in school. a sweet guy. sorry for your loss.I remember him from high school and summer school. he was soo cute
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