FRANKLIN --- Michael Royal Bourque, 68, of Baldwin Street, passed away from bladder cancer at Mountain Ridge Center, on Saturday, October 9, 2021.
Michael was born on December 2, 1952, in Laconia, the son of Maurice and Martha (Smith) Bourque.
Mike was a graduate of Belmont High in 1970. He went on to study Taekwondo in NC under Master Larry Hartsell. Mike became accomplished in several areas of martial arts. He worked quality control for Vutec. His hobbies included martial arts, archery, including making bows, reading, and a love for Native American culture.
Michael is survived by his sister Maureen Amell of Wells, ME; two nephews, Corey and Tyler Amell, both of Derry, NH, and his adopted daughter, Kelley Amell of Hill, NH; many cousins; and lifelong friends. He is predeceased by a brother, Marshall.
Special thanks to the compassionate staff at Mountain Ridge Center.
Calling Hours will be held on Saturday, November 6, 2021, from 4:00pm-6:00pm, in the Carriage House at Wilkinson-Beane-Simoneau-Paquette Funeral Home, 164 Pleasant Street, Laconia, NH, 03246.
Wilkinson-Beane-Simoneau-Paquette Funeral Home & Cremation Services and 603Cremations.com, Laconia, NH, is assisting the family with arrangements. For more information and to view an online memorial, please visit www.wilkinsonbeane.com.