Ruth E. Bourque

Ruth E. Bourque, 102, of Berlin, passed away on Thursday, April 23, 2026 at Coos County Nursing Home surrounded by loved ones. She was born March 4th,1924 the daughter of Chancy Holt and Almeda (Young) Holt and spent most of her life in the Berlin-Milan area. Ruth was employed by Royal Type Writer in CT and drove school bus for 3 years.

Family includes Daughter Brenda McLaughlin of Barre, VT; son Gerard Bourque JR. and wife Debbie of Berlin, NH; two grandchildren Crystal and Lisa; great grandchildren Nicholas, Faith, Benjamin, Anthony, and Hailee; great great grandchildren Abel, Addy, Avery; sister Lorraine Holt of Milan, NH; many nieces, nephews and Cousins. Ruth is predeceased by her husband Gerard Bourque Sr, parents Chancy and Almeda Holt, brother Arthur Holt, sister Evelyn Letarte, and Son-in-law Butch McLaughlin.

Per Ruth’s request, there will be no calling hours or service.

Arrangements are under the care of Bryant Funeral Home of Berlin. Online condolences may be shared at www.bryantcares.com (http://www.bryantcares.com/).