Jean M. Bourget

Southington- Jean M. (John) Bourget, 75, died peacefully in the presence of his family on July 29, 2011, at the Hospital of Central CT, New Britain Campus. He was the loving husband of Suzanne (Ouellet) Bourget for 50 years.

He was born in Quebec, Canada on November 22, 1935 to the late Adjutor and Yvonne (Martineau) Bourget. He had been a resident of Connecticut since 1963.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by his daughter, Lynn Clemente, and his son, Daniel Bourget and daughter-in-law, Teri Bourget all of Southington, CT; seven grandchildren, Suzanne, Joseph and Rachel Clemente; Jean-Luc and Maile Bourget; Daniel and Celeste Sivori; and one great-grandson Jacob Clemente; a sister Suzanne Bourget of Levis, Quebec; and many nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by his brothers Raymond and Rene Bourget.

A natural toolmaker for most of his life, John was the founder of Custom Metal Crafters, Inc. in Newington. He gradually handed over operations and ownership of the company to his children Lynn and Daniel, who have had the great honor of working with their father for 15 years.

His life was devoted to his wife and family. He was a selfless man, always thinking of others first. Besides spending time with his family and friends, he passionately tended to his home floral garden and was an avid tennis player, golfer, and sailor.

The family is grateful for the love and support of John?s longtime friends and neighbors James and Mary Ellen Carey. Additionally, the family would like to express heartfelt appreciation to the entire staff on N2 at the Hospital of Central Connecticut, New Britain Campus, and the Wolfson Palliative Care Team for their care and compassion for Jean and his family.

The Funeral will be held on Saturday 10:15 a.m. from the DellaVecchia Funeral home 211 N. Main St. to St. Dominic Church, 1050 Flanders Rd. at 11 a.m. for a mass. Burial will be at the convenience of the family. Calling hours will be on Friday from 5-8 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to : Wolfson Palliative Care of H.C.C. at New Britain General 100 Grand St. New Britain,CT 06052.