Photo courtesy of Manning-Heffern-O’Neill Funeral Home - Pawtucket
Pawtucket, Rhode Island
Age 72
Paul Bourassa, 72, of Pawtucket, passed away after a brief illness Friday, October 22, 2021. He was the beloved husband of Jacqueline (Vincent) Bourassa. Born in Central Falls, he was the son of the late Albert and Edna (Jacques) Bourassa. Paul was an army veteran of the Vietnam War. As graduate of the Culinary Program at Johnson & Wales University, he was a chef-manager in the industrial cafeteria segment of the food service industry for 25 years before retiring. He served as a longtime volunteer in youth sports as a Coach for the Darlington Girls Softball League, Coach for the Pawtucket Slaterettes, and Basketball Coach and Scorer for the Darlington Plains Youth Organization. Besides his wife, he is survived by his children, Seth Austen Bourassa of Pawtucket and Luke Bourassa of San Diego, CA. He also leaves his sister, Claire LeBlanc of West Warwick and was the brother of the late Roger Bourassa. Relatives and friends are kindly invited to visiting hours Wednesday, November 3rd from 4-7 PM in the Cositgan-O’Neill Funeral Home, 220 Cottage Street, Pawtucket. The funeral and burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Disabled American Veterans, 380 Westminster Street, Providence, RI, 02903, in memory of Paul, would be greatly appreciated.
Read MoreTo Jackie and family, I'm so sorry for your loss. My deepest sympathy.
David Bouvier
November 07, 2021 | Garner, NC
Jackie,So sorry to hear of Paul's passing! We will keep you and your family in our prayers!
Joan, Gary & Kaitlin Leiper
November 01, 2021 | Pawtucket, RI | Friend
My condolences to my cousin Jackie and her family.
Billy Miles
October 28, 2021 | SEEKONK, MA | Family
My condolences for the loss of your loved one. May The God of all comfort, comfort your hearts and grant your family peace during this difficult time. 2 Thessalonians 2:17
October 28, 2021 | Neighbor
I have great memories of Paul from my childhood. I was at his house more than my own. I grew up with his whole family. I remember the clam boils we had in the summer and really enjoyed them a lot. I wish I could have gotten up to RI more but living in Florida and now Tennessee is far to travel at my age. Rest in peace my friend and my deepest condolences to Jackie and Claire.
Edward Piette
October 27, 2021 | Crossville, TN | Friend
My deepest sympathy and sincere condolences to the Bourassa family. You are all in our thoughts.
Sarah Brown
October 27, 2021 | North Scituate, RI | Friend
I met Paul at the family clam bake. He had just come home from being in the service. He made me feel like family right from the start. Rolo and Paul always had a good time when they were together. Paul had a gentle heart. Rest In Peace Paul. Jackie my deepest sympathy to you, Austin, and Luke. May your memories of Paul bring your heart peace.
Renata Bourassa
October 26, 2021 | Pawtucket, RI | Family
My deepest sympathies to you all. I will be thinking about not only during this time, but always.
Patti Amerault-Christopher
October 26, 2021 | Friend
Sad to learn of my cousin Paul's passing. He was a quiet man who lived a good life. Oh the times we shared esp. the clam bakes at his parent's home. May he rest in peace with Our Lord. Prayers going out to Jackie, her children and family.
Ann-Marie Bourassa Conklin
October 26, 2021 | Pawtucket, RI | Family
