Jackie “Jack” Bourland, Happy Jack, or Brother Jack as so many knew him, 86, of Victoria was called home to be with the Lord on Sunday, January 24, 2021 at 11:30 AM. On any other Sunday during most of his life, this would have been the exact time he started preaching.
He was born December 1, 1934 in Manila, AR to Arthur Bryant and Lola Wiley Bourland. Brother Jack served his country in the US Air Force during the Korean Conflict. Upon his return, he worked several jobs before he met and married Lorraine Mikulencak. Jack and Lorraine ultimately moved to Victoria, TX to establish and operate City Pest and Termite company, as well as a thriving church ministry. Over 40 years, Brother Jack served four area churches and dedicated his life to helping others find their way to the Lord.
He is survived by his daughters, Cindy (Scott) Pair of Victoria, Lee Shellenbarger of Alvin; sons, Billy (Audie) Bourland of Rockport, Paul (Lisa) Bourland of Victoria, Tim (Debbie) Bourland of Victoria; sisters, Mary Conley of MO, Wanda Jackson of MO; brother, Pete (Junior) Bourland of MO; twelve grandchildren and sixteen great grandchildren.
In addition to his parents, Bro. Jack was preceded in death by his wives, Lorraine Mikulencak Bourland and Ruth MacDonald Bourland; daughter, Jackie Dogan and brother, Jimmy Bourland.
Due to the COVID pandemic and Brother Jack’s concern for everyone’s’ safety a private graveside service was held and a celebration of Bro. Jack’s life and ministry will be scheduled for a later date.
Words of comfort may be shared with the family at www.rosewoodfuneralchapel.com.
