Barry Bourquin

Minot

Barry A. Bourquin—–65, Minot, died Friday, January 28, 2023 peacefully in his home.

Barry Allan Bourquin was born on November 24, 1957, son of Louis and Marjorie (Phillips) Bourquin in Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada. He was raised and educated in Estevan, SK, where he graduated from Estevan Comprehensive School. As a child, he joined his family and relatives on many trips to England. During his youth and teenage years, Barry had many hobbies that he enjoyed including band, golf, and tennis as well as being active in the Christian service brigade and a volunteer for the local fire department. He furthered his education by attending Minot State University. While at MSU, he was active with the college band and choir, and it was there he met the love of his life, Marie Hagen.

On August 12, 1978, Barry was united in marriage to Marie in Minot, ND. They made their home in Minot, where they raised their sons Nathan, Colton, and Sutton. In addition to being a husband and father, Barry worked as a loss prevention manager at K-Mart in Minot for over 30 years. He then delivered for the Minot Daily News, and finally worked at Scheels sporting goods until retirement. Post retirement, Barry spent many days caring for his grandchildren whenever needed.

Barry was a long-time member of Bethany Lutheran Church, and it played a large role in his life. He loved the choir at Bethany, having been a part of it for close to 45 years until his death. His passion for music extended beyond the church. Throughout the years, he performed many solos and duets with his wife Marie at weddings, funerals and various functions as well as being an excellent trombonist.

He enjoyed the family’s annual lake trip to Red Wing Lodge in Walker, MN where he played many rounds of golf through the years. His love of golf also included weekly rounds at the local courses in Minot as well as yearly trips to California to watch tournaments and take in the beautiful courses. He was always an avid reader and looked forward to his daily drive and coffee run. His children and grandchildren were the highlight of his life, and he appreciated every moment with them. They will forever love and miss their “Papa”.

Barry is survived by:

Sons: Colton (Courtney) Bourquin and Sutton (KayLee) Bourquin; grandchildren: Declan Bourquin, Luca Bourquin, Avery Bourquin, Emersyn Bourquin and Caden Bourquin;

Stepmother: Ruth Bourquin, Estevan, SK, Canada

Sister: Donna Lynn Godfrey, Saskatoon, SK, Canada;

In-laws: Gloria Hauge, Kathleen Sherwood, Jeanette (John) Festvog, Nadine (Bryan) Holmly;

Nieces and nephews: Curtis Hauge, Heidi (Scott) Oppegard, Eric Festvog, Ian Holmly, Evan Holmly, Nelson Godfrey (Jennifer), Connor Godfrey (Kayli) and Spencer Godfrey. Numerous great-nieces and nephews.

Barry was preceded in death by his wife Marie, son Nathan, parents Louis and Marjorie Bourquin, mother and father-in-law Ruth and Gerald Hagen, brothers-in-law Bruce Sherwood and Carroll Hauge and niece Carmen Bowden.

Visitation: There will be no reviewal as cremation has taken place, however friends may sign guest register on Friday one hour prior to the service at the church.

Memorial Service: Friday, February 3, 2023 at 11 am at Bethany Lutheran Church, Minot. The service will be livestreamed and may be accessed at www.Bethanylutheranchurch58701.com

Burial: Rosehill Memorial Park, Minot

Published by The Minot Daily News, February 1, 2023.