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Michael Bourque Obituary

Michael J. Bourque, 42, of Manchester, NH passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, August 4th, 2022 at Catholic Medical Center in Manchester.

He was born in Nashua, NH on April 5th, 1980 to Gerald "Jay" and Theresa "Terry" (Hill) Bourque of New Boston, NH. Michael graduated from Goffstown High School in 1999, then graduated with honors from Keene State College and received his Bachelor's degree in Business Administration with a minor in Economics.

Michael was a finish carpenter and in 2019 established Bourque Builders, LLC with his brother, Matthew.

He was pre-deceased by his paternal grandparents, Minnie and Pauline Bourque and his maternal grandfather, Albert Hill.

Michael was very athletic in his youth playing baseball, basketball, soccer and skiing. As an adult he enjoyed watching sports, especially soccer. He was an intelligent, caring, loving, outgoing and extremely generous son and friend. He loved spending time with friends and family.

Michael will be forever loved and remembered by his parents, Jay and Terry; a brother, Matthew Bourque; maternal grandmother, Marion Hill along with numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

In accordance with the families wishes, there will be no services. Celebration of Life to be held at Jay and Terry Bourque's home on Saturday, August 20 from 1-5pm for Michael's friends.

For those who wish, memorial contributions can be made to the American Heart Association.

Kindly visit rivetfuneralhome.com to leave messages of condolence for the family.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Union Leader on Aug. 14, 2022.

Memories and Condolences
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Danielle Samalis

November 26, 2023

I just learned of your passing so late my friend. You were the sweetest of kind souls, and your loss is immeasurable. Rest in peace my friend.

Patty Pare

August 21, 2022

Teri my heart goes out to you and those that loved your beautiful boy. This road isn´t an easy one that´s for sure but please reach out if you ever want to talk or I can just listen.
God is with you on this walk you are never alone. We will see our boys again for this I know, why because God tells us so.

Anne/ Christoph

August 16, 2022

Dear Jay, Terry and Matt
So sorry to hear about Michael. Sending many hugs and condolences to you in this difficult time.

Maggie Burgess Murphy

August 15, 2022

Jay, Terry and Matt
There are no words adequate to express my
sincere sorrow for the loss of Michael.
You are in my prayers.

BJ Byers & Diana Champagne

August 15, 2022

BJ Byers and Diana Champagne at Edward Jones in New Boston would like to extend our heartfelt condolences and deepest sympathy to your family.

Kim &Marty Cahill

August 15, 2022

Jay and Terry we are so heart broken and saddened to hear of your loss of Micheal. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. With deep sympathy ,

Linda Pitts

August 15, 2022

Jay and Terry, I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. My deepest sympathy to you and your family.

Ron and Lisa Maas

August 14, 2022

So sorry for your loss. Knew him when he was younger was friends with my son.

June Richmond

August 14, 2022

We grieve with you - our hearts are broken. We have been so blessed to be your neighbors and are so saddened at your loss. All our love...and our sincere prayers for your comfort and strength. Mark and June and Annie.

Dan Bergeron

August 13, 2022

Jay, Terry, Matt. so sorry for your loss, Mike was a great worker and person having seen him working by his fathers and brothers side he will be deeply missed by all.

Fran Lefebvre

August 12, 2022

I'm so sorry for the loss of your son Jay and Terry..my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family

June Hicks

August 10, 2022

Jay, Terry and Matt, we are so terribly sorry for your loss. Our hearts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. We love you. Mike will always be with you. Love, Don, June and Randy

Denise Silva

August 9, 2022

Condolenes to Jay,Terry and Matthew. Prayers for your family.

American Association

August 9, 2022

May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.

Betty & David Fortune

August 8, 2022

Dear Jay, Terry and Matt,

We are so very sorry to hear about Michael's passing. We know that he will be missed by so many. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Heather Kendall

August 8, 2022

So sorry to hear of Michael's sudden passing & I am thinking of all of you during this very sad time.

The Staff of George R. Rivet Funeral Home

August 14, 2022

Offering our deepest condolences during this time.

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Memorial Events
for Michael Bourque

Aug

20

Celebration of Life

1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Jay and Terry Bourque's home

NH

Funeral services provided by:

Rivet Funeral Home & Crematorium Inc. - Merrimack

425 Daniel Webster Highway P.O. Box 86, Merrimack, NH 03054

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