"Nancy and family my sincerest condolences on Ed's passing. Ed and I were teammates in 1970 on the Army baseball team in Germany in 1970. Ed was a great teammate and an even greater gentleman and comrade-in-arms."
In loving memory of
Edward F. Bourdon
June 30, 2019
Edward F. Bourdon of Celebration, FL, died June 30, 2019 in Orlando, FL. He was the husband of Nancy M. Bourdon, ne Donovan. He was born on December 29, 1946 in Providence, RI, the son of the late Normand J. and Genevieve (Fitzpatrick) Bourdon.
A Rhode Island native, Ed was a 1964 graduate of Our Lady of Providence (OLP) High School. A highly acclaimed student athlete at OLP, he was named to the first team All-State baseball team as a third baseman. Ed led his American Legion baseball team to the Rhode Island State Championship and was then selected to a Rhode Island All-Star team which traveled to South America to play local teams as part of a People to People cultural connectivity initiative. He also led OLPs basketball team to the Rhode Island High School State Championship tournament. During his military service in Europe, Ed was selected to represent the U.S. Army on its traveling baseball and basketball teams.All his experiences as both athlete and coach prepared him to coach his favorite team: his children and grandchildren with whom he attended countless baseball, basketball, soccer, golf, cross-country, and track practices, games and competitions.
After graduatingfrom OLP, Ed attended the College of the Holy Cross, graduating in 1968. Upon graduation from Holy Cross, he volunteered for military service in the U.S. Army. After his honorable discharge, Ed returned to OLP as a teacher and coach. He then obtained his M.B.A. from Bryant College and began an executive career. Ed was one of the first employees of the Rhode Island based G-Tech Corp. During his time with G-Tech, he was responsible for the Companys operations in Rhode Island and subsequently New York, which was and remains one of the worlds largest lottery operations.After a long and distinguished career spanning more than 25 years, Ed retired from G-Tech as the Vice President of New York State Operations.
While he will be remembered for these many academic, athletic, military and professional experiences, the most memorable aspects of Eds life are unequivocally his Roman Catholic faith, his love and devotion to his wife, children, grandchildren and extended family, and his commitment to coaching and mentoring all those around him.
Ed and his dear wife Nancy celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary this past March. Ed and Nancy had four children including their late infant daughter Mary Angela Bourdon. Ed is survived by his wife, Nancy; their daughter, Amy Elizabeth Bourdon of Cheshire, CT; and their two sons, Christopher J. Bourdon, and his spouse Kimberly, of Thousand Oaks, CA, and Jon Patrick Bourdon, and his spouse Katherine, of Alexandria, VA. Ed is also survived by his five brothers, Paul Bourdon of Collierville, TN, David Bourdon of Williamsburg, VA, the Reverend Father Norman W. Bourdon of Cumberland, RI, Peter Bourdon of Wakefield, RI, and Thomas Bourdon of Cartersville, GA; two sisters, Sister Mary Bourdon, R.J.M, of Washington, DC and Judith Padula of Killingsworth, CT; his eight grandchildren: Genevieve and Patrick Bourdon; Edward (Teddy) and Cora Bourdon; and Mark, Luke, Olivia, and Edward (Eddie) Rydzy; and dozens of beloved nieces, nephews and cousins.
His funeral will be held on Tuesday, July 9, 2019 beginning at 9:30 AM from the Holt Funeral Home, 510 South Main St., Woonsocket, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 AM at St. Joan of Arc Church (3357 Mendon Rd., Cumberland). Burial, with Military Honors, will follow in Resurrection Cemetery (259 West Wrentham Rd., Cumberland). Calling hours will be held Monday, July 8, 2019 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to a special needs educational fund established by the family for the benefit of Eds grandchildren Mark and Luke, details of which may be obtained by contacting the family at MarkandLukefromPapa@gmail.com.
Tributes
"Dear Nancy,To you and your entire family, please accept my most deepest condolences for the loss of Ed. I started my career in NY with GTECH in 1993 and had the pleasure of working with Ed. I learned so much about the business from him and was able to see his genuine caring for the business, site and its people. I will always remember his smile and how professional he was with everything that he did.My thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family."
"A Water Color Wreath was ordered on July 8, 2019"
"A Sentimental Thoughts was ordered on July 8, 2019"
"Hello Nancy, Amy, Chris and Jon - I am so sorry to hear of Eds passing and have been thinking back at what great times we had at GTECH when he was running the NY site. I always looked up to him as being the ultimate professional and recall his genuine interest and interaction he had for all that worked for him. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. May Ed rest in eternal peace.My deepest condolences to you and your entire family!!"
"Dear Nancy and family ~ My deepest condolences to you all on the loss of Ed ~ know that you will be in my prayers. Sending you much love ~ Michelle Begin"
"A Garden Path Vase was ordered on July 7, 2019"
"Ed and Nancy, for the short time I have known you, I saw the immense love and happiness you gave to Amy and her beautiful children. Your hearts and soul have no boundaries, and your presence will be felt for many years to come. Rest in peace. Remembering you, Kitty Kelly"
"Our heart goes out to you, Nancy, and your family! Although I knew Ed many years ago and went to school with his sister, Mary, I will always remember them and their family! Ed was a wonderful husband, Dad and grandfather who gave of himself for the love of his family and leaves all of you with many cherished memories! Our thoughts and prayers for peace, comfort and rest and may God wrap His loving arms around you during this difficult time. Love Ted & Felice Fleury"
"To the Bourdon family,Please accept my condolences on the passing of Ed. I am so sorry for the loss. Ed has left a wonderful legacy in his family. I pray that God will give you consolation as you deal with your loss. May happy memories help to carry you through this sad time. "
"A Designers Choice was sent by The Regan Family on July 5, 2019"
"Nancy and Family,Jane and I will always remember Ed as a wonderful colleague and pioneer in his work at GTECH. Please accept our sincere condolences knowing that he was loved and admired by many people that he touched through the years.Don and Jane Stanford"