Mr. Charles W. Bourne Jr., a longtime resident of Malden, died at home on Sunday, January 24, 2010 after a period of declining health.He was 87 years old.
Charles was born on December 31, 1922 in Northampton, a son of the late Charles W. Bourne Sr. and Gertrude (Lavalette) Bourne.He was raised in Malden and graduated from Malden High School.He served his country proudly in the US Army during World War II.Charles or "Charlie" as he was affectionately known, worked at Continental Can as a shipper for many years.
Charlie was the brother of the late Manley P. Bourne, Edith C. McNally, and Hazel A. Bourne.Dear uncle of Norma Bisbee of Chesterfield, Esther Aste of Northampton and Peter McNally of Exeter, PA. Loving cousin of Edith Cole of Florida.Also survived by many great nieces and great nephews.
Funeral Services will be held privately.Interment in Linebrook Cemetery, Ipswich.Gifts in his memory may be made to the New England Center for Homeless Veterans, 17 Court St., 9th Fl., Boston MA 02108, Attn: Michael Grace.For obituary and guestbook please visit www.robinsonfuneralhome.com