Born in New Bedford, a son of the late Moise and Amanda (Bastarache) Bourassa, he was a lifelong resident of the city.
Mr. Bourassa proudly served in the United States Air Force.
He had worked as a machinist at the Acushnet Company for over 30 years.
Edouard had resided at The Oaks for 11 years where he became a member of their loving family. He was provided with excellent care and loved by the staff who referred to him as “Big Ed”. He was a fan of New England sports teams especially the Patriots and Red Sox. In earlier years, he enjoyed riding his motorcycle and playing cards with his close friends.
He is survived by a son, Edouard J. Bourassa, Jr.; his daughter, Diana L. Bourassa and her significant other Paul Rodrigues; a sister, Rita Berube and her husband Raymond; a brother, Moise Bourassa, Jr. and his significant other, Barbara Frechette; three grandchildren, Blake Bourassa and his wife Heather, Brittnie Lamarre-Dejesus and her husband Tom and Zachary Furtado; four great-grandchildren, Bryson, Gianna, Olivia, and Philip; his nieces and nephews, Christine Mitchell, John Alves, Sandra Couto and Eric Alves; and several great nieces and nephews. He was the former husband of the late Linda (Camacho) Vasconcellos.
Per his wishes, he will be cremated and a private service and burial at a later date.
Private services are in the care of Rock Funeral Home, 1285 Ashley Blvd., New Bedford.
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