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Leo Bourassa Obituary
He is survived by his wife of fifty-one years, Jacqueline (Donahue) Bourassa; two sons, Thomas Bourassa and his wife Debbie of Auburn, and Peter Bourassa and his wife Kate of Worcester; a daughter, Dona Edwards and her husband Keith of Hubbardston; a brother, Robert Bourassa of Brookline, NH; a sister, Claire Spallane of Worcester; four grandchildren, Daniel and Shawn Edwards and Stacy and Peter Bourassa Jr.; two great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. A sister, Doris Vigeant as well as three brothers, Henry, Albert, and Ernest, all pre-deceased him.
Pete was born in Worcester on July 21, 1935, son of Albert & Dora (Roy) Bourassa. He lived in Auburn most of his life, before moving back to Worcester five years ago. He was a Korean War Veteran, serving in the United States Navy. Pete worked in HVAC for most of his life; most recently retiring from Thermo Engineering. He enjoyed fishing, metal detecting, giving a helping a hand to others, but he most of all enjoyed spending time with his family.
The funeral for Pete will be held Monday, August 18, from MERCADANTE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL, 370 Plantation Street, Worcester, with a Mass at 11 a.m. in Saint Joseph's Church, 189 Oxford Street, Auburn. Interment in Saint John's Cemetery will be at the convenience of his family. Calling hours will be held Sunday, August 17, from 2 p.m. until 4 p.m. in the funeral home.
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Lynn D. Kapinos
August 24, 2008
Dear Jackie,Tom,Dona and Chuck: I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Pete. He was such a loving and caring father and friend. I feel so badly that I did not attend his wake and funeral. Last evening I was just informed of his passing which brought tears to my eyes. I have wonderful memories of Pete when I was growing up in Woodland Park. He was my fathers best friend, now they are back together in heaven competing who has the best tomato garden.
Love,
Jeri Lynn (Johnson) Mahaney
August 18, 2008
Jackie, Tommy, Donna and Chuck, ~ I will always have fond memories of Uncle Pete, a wonderful man who made myself and my siblings feel special, his visit as Santa Claus was one I will always remember. Please accept my sincere condolences, Heaven has received a special man.
Ronald Johnson
August 17, 2008
Sorry for your loss Jackie and family. But in heaven they serve spaghetti every day. So he is in a very special place. As ever my love to you all.
Norman and Lynn Vigeant
August 17, 2008
Jackie, Tommy, Dona and Chuck. Lynn and I are saddend by the loss of beloved Uncle Pete. Pete used to baby-sit for me and my sisters and I can still remember what a treat it was to see him. He took me fishing, helped me learn how to ride a two wheeler and I even remembering him pushing me on my tricycle when I was 2 or 3 years old. Then, my own kids had the biggest surprise when Santa (Pete) Claus came to the house with gifts!! He loved kids. He was a great person and we have all been the better for knowing him. May your memories of Pete and those of your family and loved ones comfort you in this time of sadness.
Kathleen Enman
August 17, 2008
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve. This family will always remain in my heart forever. I am so sorry for your loss.
Kathleen Enman
August 17, 2008
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve. My deepest sympathy is with you at this time. This family has been great friend and neighbor to me for many years. I am so sadden at this time for your loss.
Jerry Poulin
August 17, 2008
Pete
Sorry to read about your Dad. I know how special he was to you.
Please extend my deepest sympathy to your mother and family.
Sincerely,
Jerry Poulin
Kathy Bisceglia
August 16, 2008
Dear Mrs B,and family,
I will forever remember timeless memories of MrB from my early childhood to adulthood. He was one of the kindest men I ever knew, I remember being a six years old and had to get eyeglasses I hated them and remember crying and MrB kept telling me how I was so beautiful in them, I remember his endless kindness to my family, he was my dads best friend and he was always there for everyone. My folks are heartbroken along with everone who ever know him I know there is a new angel in heaven and he has a front row seat in all of your lives.
with deepest sympathy and heartfelt love from my family You are all in our prayers.
Love,
Kathy Shea Bisceglia
Kathleen Ferguson
August 16, 2008
Jackie,Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We have wonderful memories of Pete over all these years .He was a special person to John,myself,Andrew,and Brian. The boys will always remember their "rides" with Pete in the Thermo truck. We love you and we will always remember you, "Peter Panaloni"
Mara Salvaggio, RN Fallon Clinic
August 16, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Bruce Herholz
August 16, 2008
deepest sympathies from our family
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