Jean Bernard Boudreau

Jean Bernard Boudreau, 91, of Port Hastings, NS, died peacefully at Northwood Care Bedford on Jan. 17, 2026. Born in Wedgeport, NS, he was the son of William and Therese (Pothier) Boudreau. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by sisters, Irene Pothier, Rose-Marie MacNeil and brother, Freddie Boudreau.

Jean studied the millwright trade at Yarmouth Vocational School. It was there that he met his wife Sylvia. He was first employed at Bowater Mersey Paper Company Limited in Liverpool NS. When the pulp and paper mill Stora was being constructed, Jean moved his family to the Port Hawkesbury area finally settling on Pleasant Hill Road. Jean started as a millwright at Stora, working his way up to Maintenance Supervisor, retiring in 1992.

Jean enjoyed many hobbies throughout his life. He was one of the few remaining fishers in the area to own and fish a Class B lobster licence. He got much joy preparing for fishing season and those early mornings on the water. His life long passion for duck hunting with his buddies meant Thanksgiving and Christmas feasts with duck and goose on the table. Jean was a long time member and proud supporter of Ducks Unlimited. Jean crafted thousands of working decoys. A self taught musician, he enjoyed playing guitar for family, friends and church. Jean became an avid Red Sox fan in his youth, listening to the games on the only radio station he could tune in. After retiring from the mill, he developed his woodworking skills for fine cabinetry.

Every day Jean went to his garage to work on projects, returning to the house for his scheduled coffee break. He was generous with his time, knowledge and skills. Jean loved time spent with family, friends and relatives. He will be missed.

He is survived by his wife of 71 years, Sylvia; his children Larry Boudreau (Irene) their children K.C., Christina, Robin; Renata Graham (Russell) their children Elise, Ellen; Blaine Boudreau (Kim) their children Terry, Dale; Glenda Huxtable(John) their children Bryn, Leigh; Julie Boudreau-Ames (Brian) their children Deanna, Holly; Ellen Kearns (Mike) their children Cameron, Aidan; great grandchildren Maxwell, Abby, Uriah, Barrett.

There will be no visitation. A funeral mass will be held at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Port Hawkesbury on Wednesday, January 28 at 11:00. Reception to follow in the lower level of the Church. Internment will take place at a later date.

The family would like to thank the staff of Northwood Care Bedford for their kindness and support. Donations in memory of Jean may be made to Ducks Unlimited or Alzheimer’s Society of Nova Scotia.