This memorial website was created to remember our beloved Bruce Anthony Bourgault who was born in Winchendon, Massachusetts on August 30, 1941 and passed away on October 25, 2007 in Honolulu, Hawaii. You will live forever in our memories and hearts.
Jack Shull, Bruce's friend and business partner, delivered Bruce's eulogy at his funeral mass on November 16, 2007 at the Immaculate Conception Church in Ewa Beach, Hawaii.
Below is the first paragraph of his eulogy. To read the rest of his eulogy click on the "Life Story" button on the left of this page.
"Bruce Anthony Bourgault's will forever have the dates of August 30, 1941 - October 25, 2007 beside his name. The story, the incredible story is the dash in the middle of the two dates. And, what a dash it was. What a life he led! A loving son, a loving husband, a loving father who was so proud of his daughters and his son, his children's spouses, his grandchildren and he was my friend."
| Belle |
A new beach for you... at Ko'Olina
27 December 2009
| Belle |
Bruce's Celebration of Life—Second Anniversary
Sunday, October 25th, was Bruce Anthony Bourgault's second anniversary to celebrate his life which has become a deeply moving tradition. Those of you who knew him are aware of two of his favorite things—Shiner Bock beer and hot dogs! Many of you have joined in the celebration... words alone cannot express my continued gratitude for remembering him and your support after his death.It is because of Bruce I am where I am today. It has been a fascinating, arduous journey—sometimes too painful to mention, yet always enough joy to carry me through.
In June I returned to our heart's home on Oahu and met with a few of our friends. It was wonderful reuniting with friends and remembering Bruce. I've landed on my feet, yet there remains more work to do. However, my path is clear, the pace is steady and I'm grateful to receive whatever is placed before me. Learning to live again is worthwhile... the lesson of living in the moment... now... being most important.
It's because of Bruce's life and our life together which has brought me to a very positive place... it's a calming, reassuring, loving place. Celebrating his life reminds me again of all whom and what is precious to me. He remains a very special man, husband, father, grandfather and friend, who shared his life not only with me, but so many others.
We meet by the water at sundown. We share a toast, drink a Shiner Bock beer and eat a hot dog with the works. We talk. I take photographs. We talk some more. I read one of your favorite passages...
To everything there is a season
And a time to every purpose under Heaven
A time to be born, a time to die
A time to plant, a time to reap
A time to kill, a time to heal
A time to laugh, a time to weep
A time to build up, a time to breakdown
A time to dance, a time to mourn
A time to cast away stones
A time to gather stones together
A time of love, a time of hate
A time of war, a time of peace
A time you may embrace
A time to refrain from embracing
A time to gain, a time to loseA time to rend, a time to sew
A time for love, a time for hate
To everything there is a season
And a time to every purpose under Heaven
I scatter flower petals over the water. This year the flowers were from a Rain Tree in a friends yard. I give thanks. I feel his spirit. Two brown pelicans fly overhead. One of them lands on a piling at the boat launch. He was quiet and didn't move as I walked closer to him. He remained the longest time with us looking directly at one another and with an eerie look of knowing flew away alone over the bay.
I love you,
Belle
| Belle |
Wishing You A Very Happy Easter!
I remember our first Easter together in San Antonio. We had such fun behaving like little kids. It was such a simple thing and I'll never forget the delight in your eyes. How I miss sharing these special moments
with you.
It remains difficult being without you, but I am much better. Thank you for helping me. I misunderstood your message, but I finally figured it out. I'm such a silly goose sometimes, but I learned a valuable lesson.
I know you are surrounded by beauty, our family and friends who have passed and God's love. I hope you enjoy the flowers and the light shining from my heart within them. I love and miss you so much... always, Belle
April 10, 2009
| Belle |
Hi Love—I put together a video of lilies I know you'll enjoy. This is a second effort. I think about you so much... loving you is easy, but missing you is so very difficult. I know you are well and happy. Please give Chance and the rest of our family my love and lots of hugs.
I hope you've met John. Please help him to help Fran, Ray, Jeanne and Molly. This is such a hard time for them. May they find strength within their love for one another... today and always.
I'll be back soon. You are always in my heart, mind, and soul... never to be forgotten and loved forever. Thank you for helping me every minute of every day.
Belle
03.25.2009
| Belle |
Spring is on it's way!
I remember how much you looked forward to spring in San Antonio. You could hardly wait for winter's grip to release itself and grant you the warmth of the sunshine. One of the main reasons was because you were having withdrawals from NOT being on the golf course with your buddies.
How you loved to play... and even if your game wasn't at it's best you would invariably return home energized sporting a glow from being kissed by the sun. Those were very happy days. I'm blessed to have shared so many with you.
Loving and missing you always, Belle
03.11.2009
| Mom to Angel Chance | Happy Holidays |
Send Aunt Linda special hugs this holiday, she will miss you. I hope you and Chance spend Christmas together and rejoice that we will see you again someday soon. Will you give Chance Hugs and Kisses for me? HUGS...Shelli
| mom 2 Waylon Kitchens | Thinkin of you |
| Mom to Angel Chance | Hi Bruce, Keep Linda Close, You Are Missed |
| Mom to Angel Chance | Happy Memorial Day Bruce! Love |
| Mom to Angel Chance | I Wish I Could Be Here |
