Marcel Henry Bourque Sr.

It is with heavy hearts that the family of Marcel Henry Bourque Sr. announces his passing on Friday, August 1, 2025, in Lac La Biche, Alberta, at the age of 74 years.

Marcel had a love for fishing and the outdoors. He enjoyed spending time with his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. He had a passion for watching the Montréal Canadiens and Edmonton Elks and cherished his time down by the lake at his place. He especially liked enjoying a good cup of coffee and his most fond memory was spending time with family during the holidays.

Marcel leaves behind his children: Mohammed (Sylvia) Bourque, Marcel Bourque Jr., Matthew (Andrea) Bourque, Michelle (Darryl) Bourque; grandchildren: Haley (Jesse), Patrick (Rachel), Kaitlyn, Leland, Deacon, Kinsley; great grandchildren: Brinley, Lainey; sister: Yvette Barrington.

He was predeceased by his wife of 31 years: Bernice Bourque; parents: Henri & Rose Bourque; brothers: Isaac, Romeo, Oscar, Ernest, infant Vianney, Emile, Vianney, Gerard, Joe; sisters: Theresa, Estelle, Antoinette, Gertrude, Martha.

Prayer service will be held on Wednesday, August 6, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. at St. Catherine’s Parish, 10303 Churchill Drive, Lac La Biche, Alberta.

Funeral service will be held on Thursday, August 7, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. at St. Catherine’s Parish, 10303 Churchill Drive, Lac La Biche, Alberta, with Father Landoy officiating. Final resting place, Lac La Biche Mission Cemetery.

Pallbearers: Mohammed Bourque, Marcel Bourque Jr. Matthew Bourque, Mark Bourque, Ricky Bourque, Henry Bourque.

Honorary Pallbearers: Haley Bourque, Patrick Bourque, Kaitlyn Bone, Leland Bone, Deacon Bourque, Kinsley Bourque.

Memorial tributes in memory of Marcel may be sent to Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada, 120, 2300 Young Street, Box 2414, Toronto, Ontario  M4P 1E4.

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