Benny was resident and native of Cameron Parish for the majority of his life up until hurricane Rita. He then moved to Lake Charles for about 20 years before moving to Texas four years ago. He was a proud veteran of the United States Navy and employed with NL Baroid for over 30 years. Benny enjoyed shrimping and fishing at "The Camp" for many years.
Those left to cherish his memory are his son, Danny Bourg and wife Madeline; daughter-in-law, Linda Bourg; grandchildren, April, Benjamin, Lesley, Russell, Adam and Blaine; 11 great grandchildren; brother-in-law, Sonny Bertrand.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Olden Joseph Bourg and Leenora Constance Bourg; wife, Robinetta Bertrand Bourg; son, Christopher Bourg; sister, Marie Thornton; brother, O.J. Bourg, Jr.; and companion, Thelma Guillory.
The family will welcome relatives and friends at Hixson Funeral Home of Lake Charles on Monday, June 8, 2026 beginning at 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. with a rosary to be prayed at 6:00 p.m. Visitation will resume at the funeral home on Tuesday, June 9, 2026 beginning at 8:00 a.m. until the procession leaves for the church at 9:45 a.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Margaret's Catholic Church at 10:00 a.m. officiated by Rev. Nathan Long. Burial will follow at Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery in Creole, LA.
Please leave fond memories for the Bourg family at www.hixsonfuneralhomes.com.
