James Earl Bourassa

Published December 08, 2020 at 10:14 AM

James Earl Bourassa, 73, of Brainerd, passed away on December 5 at Meadow Lane Care Center in Benson, MN. James was born March 25, 1947 to Earl and Doris (Ruhl) Bourassa. James graduated from Washington High School in 1966 and went on to complete a degree as a machinist. James worked at BNSF Railroad for 33 years and was a member of The Brainerd BN Credit Union Board for over 20 years. He married Lois (Eisel) in September, 1980.

James is preceded in death by his parents. James is survived by his wife of 40 years, Lois; his daughters, Tina (Michael) Gangestad and Trista (Carl) Sandusky and granddaughter Rosella, all of Brainerd as well as sisters; Sharon (Ken) Lokken, Judy (Robert) Thesing, Sandra (James) Tolbert and Julie (Thomas) Alderman.

Per James’ request, no services will be held.