Russell D. Bourque

Russell Dewane Bourque, 77, of Lake Charles, LA, died at 6:25 AM on Monday, March 22, 2021 in a local care facility.

Russell was born September 18, 1943 in Lake Charles, LA, where he was a lifelong resident.  He previously worked for Café Margo and for the City of Lake Charles as a parking lot attendant.  Russell had a great love for horses and rodeos and was an honorary member of the Rodeo Committee.  He enjoyed riding along in the parades and could always be found talking on the phone.  He also enjoyed the Easter season and loved to pock eggs.

Russell is survived by his sister, Debbie Bourque Mullis and husband Terry of Lake Charles; sister-in-law, Rowena Bourque; seven nieces and nephews; and numerous great-nieces, great-nephews, and other family members.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Wilton and Marjorie Bourque; and brothers, Billy Bourque, Jr., Charlie Bourque, Ronnie Bourque, and Clay Bourque.

His funeral service will be at 2:00 PM on Tuesday, March 30, 2021 at University Baptist Church.  Father Samuel Bond will officiate.  Burial will follow in Highland Memory Gardens, under the direction of Johnson Funeral Home.  A gathering of family members and friends will be at the church on Tuesday from 10:00 AM until the start of the service, with a rosary at noon.

The family would like to express a special word of thanks to Russell’s favorite caregiver, “Candy Jo”, ResCare, and Harbor Hospice for the excellent care given.