Gérard Bourque, 76, of Shediac, passed away peacefully on Saturday February 14, 2026 at his residence. Born in Scoudouc, he was the son of the late Aquila and Elizabeth (Vautour) Bourque.

He is survived by his two daughters: Monique Bourque (Marc) of Grand-Barachois and Lise Boudreau (Georges) of Shediac; five grandchildren: Josée, Samuel, Kaleb, Yanick, and Sébastien; one brother, Yvon (late Paulette) of St-André-LeBlanc, one half-sister, Claudette Gaudet (Léo-Paul) of Scoudouc; four half-brothers: Clarence Richard (Brenda) of Dieppe, Raymond Richard (Monique) of Dieppe, Bernard Richard of Moncton, and Bertin Richard (Dawn-Lee) of Grande-Digue; as well as many nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by his wife, Rose-Irène (LeBlanc); and his daughter, Gisèle.

The family will receive condolences at Frenette Funeral and Cremation Centre, 396 Main Street, Shediac (532-3297), on Wednesday February 18 from 7 to 9 pm and Thursday from 9:30 until time of departure.  The funeral mass will be celebrated at St-Joseph R.C. Church, 415 Main Street, Shediac, on Thursday February 19 at 11 am. Interment will be in the parish cemetery. In memory of Gérard, a contribution to the CHU Dumont Foundation (oncology) would be appreciated.

Words of comfort and donations may be made at www.frenettefuneralhome.com