He was born in Lafayette on May 20, 1955 to his parents, Tanneslas & Rita Bourque. He lived in Vinton for over 45 years. Tinee enjoyed watching wrestling, horse racing, and drinking his coffee with his best friend, "Max", the family dog. He enjoyed vacationing with his wife in the Smokey Mountains and taking cruises.
Those left to cherish his memory are his loving wife of 45 years, Cindy Bourque of Vinton; his children, Ryan Bourque (Tori) of Lone Tree, Colorado, Kevin Bourque (Darlene) of Athens, Texas., and Misty Leger of Baton Rouge; granddaughter, Kylee Bourque and 4 more grandchildren; siblings, Sandra Leger, Deanna Romero, Lucille Romero, and Floyd Bourque. He is preceded in death by his parents; step-father, Charlie Romero; siblings, Linda Pellerin, Ewell Sittig, Junior Trahan, and Ray Trahan.
Visitation will be held from 12-8 p.m. Sunday, January 10, in Hixson-Sulphur Memorial Funeral Home with a Rosary service at 6 p.m. Visitation will resume on Monday from 8:30 a.m. until time of service.
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Monday, January 11, in Hixson-Sulphur Memorial Funeral Home. Rev. Carlos Garcia will officiate. Burial will follow in Big Woods Cemetery under the direction of Hixson Funeral Home. Words of comfort may be shared with the family at www.hixsonfuneralhomes.com
