The family announces with sorrow his death in Sudbury, July 18th 2015, at the age of 79 years. Son of the late Alcide Bourbonnais and of the late Aurore (née Serré) Bourbonnais. Loving father of Mark (Lana) of Collingwood, Alan (Kathy) of Creemore, Jean-Claude (Cathy) and Diane Leblanc (Dan) both of North Bay. Sadly missed by his 10 grandchildren and by his 8 great grandchildren. Predeceased by his brothers Rolland and René. As per Claude’s wishes cremation has occurred. A private funeral service will be held at a later date. Arrangements in care of Théorêt Bourgeois Funeral Home, Sturgeon Falls.