It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Bernard Vincent Bourgeois, age 103, of Riverview, formerly of Dorchester, NB. Bernard passed away on Friday, July 25, 2025, at the Grass Home in Riverview.

Born in Joggins, NS, he was a son of the late James and Mary (DesBarres) Bourgeois.

Bernard  served with the R.C.A.F. overseas during WWII. He worked as a Corrections officer until his retirement in 1980. He was a member of the National Association of Federal Retirees. He was a member of St. Thomas Aquinas Roman Catholic Church. Bernard was a life member of the Royal Canadian Legion Dorchester Branch #16 and a life member of the Knights of Columbus Moncton Branch # 1310.

Bernard is survived by; daughters Susan (David) Delaney, Riverview, NB, Trudy Bourgeois, Riverview, NB, and Joanne Bourgeois, Flat River, PEI; son, Ritchie (Barbara), Daytona Beach, FL; grandchildren, Tammy Jo, Wayne, and Lisa; great grandchildren Cassidy, Keilyn, Quinn, and Parker; two great great grandchildren; niece Hazel Mitton, Riverview, NB.

Besides his parents he was predeceased by his wife, the former Gloria MacAleese; daughter Cindy Hutchinson; sister Mabel Bourgeois; brothers Basil, Leo, and Garnet.

Arrangements are under the care of Jones Funeral Home, 70 Bridge Street, Sackville, NB (506-364-1300) where a Liturgy of the Word will be held on Thursday, July 31, 2025 at 2 PM with Deacon Frank Quinn officiating, followed by burial in the St. Thomas Aquinas Cemetery, known to Bernard as the Ragged Reef Cemetery.

Bernard's family wishes to extend their heartfelt thanks to the staff of the Grass Home for all their love and care during his stay, especially during his final days.

For those who wish to donate in Bernard's memory, they may do so to the CNIB, or the charity of your choice.

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