Paul H. Bourque, age 73 of East Freetown, passed away Monday, March 8, 2021 in his residence with his loving family at his bedside. He was the husband of Jean (Clark) Bourque to whom he shared 45 years of marriage.
Born in New Bedford, a son of the late Hector and Anna (Lemire) Bourque; he was a lifetime resident of Southcoast. Paul was employed as a truck driver and fork truck operator for GoodHue Lumber and Cliffstar in Freetown.
Paul loved his family dearly especially his grandchildren and great-grandchild; his greatest joy was his children. He enjoyed the outdoors and birdwatching and being with his pets. He will be deeply missed.
In addition to his loving wife Jean, he is survived by his children, Karen Bourque and Peter Camara of New Bedford, Paul Bourque Jr. and Marc Calitri of Freetown, Bonnie and Eric Carvalho of Freetown, and Lynda Bourque of Freetown and Jennifer Bourque and Derik Mello of Fall River; his siblings, Ronald, Raymond and Hector Bourque, Viviane Kirkwood and Lucy Viera; eight grandchildren, Elizabeth Spallone, Milton Bradley lV, Nathan Dernier Jr., Sarah Dernier, Ashlyn Blouin, Ethan Dernier and Kayden Mello; and a great-grandson Donavan Jenkins. He was the grandfather of the late Paul Perez Jr. and brother of the late Donald and Robert Bourque, and Pauline Longley and Janice Ledger.
Paul’s family would like to extend their gratitude to Community Nurse Hospice of Fairhaven for the exceptional care given to Paul.
Paul’s funeral service will be held on Sunday, March 14, 2021 at 5:00PM in the ROCK FUNERAL HOME, 1285 Ashley Blvd, New Bedford, MA 02745. Relatives and friends are invited. Visitation prior from 3:00 to 5:00PM. In lieu of flowers, the family would greatly appreciate memorial contributions to help defray the costs of the funeral. Burial will be private. To leave a note of condolence, please visit our website at: www.rock-funeralhome.com
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