Hubert Bourton

Hubert Bourton passed away at his home on August 21, 2015, at the age of 84. Born on April 2, 1931, in Nobressart, Belgium, Hubert was the son of Jean-Pierre and Marie Bourton. Hubert completed a mechanic’s vocational school and then apprenticed in Belgium. He also served as Sergeant Paymaster in the Belgian Army. In 1953, Hubert immigrated to the United States and settled in Waterville, Washington. He began working at the grain company, then the Chevrolet garage, and in 1958 Hubert opened Bourton’s Repair in Douglas where he serviced anything mechanical and had an occasional New Year’s Eve party. Hubert married Janell Marie Pedersen in October of 1971 and began farming with family on the Waterville Plateau. He continued running both the repair shop and the family farm until his passing. Hubert led a full and accomplished life; he was known as a hard worker, a teacher, a provider, and he helped anyone whose path he crossed. He raced stock cars and snowmobiles in the local area, winning numerous trophies over the years. He enjoyed taking road trips to Reno, Nevada with Janell and his friends, and his love for family, friends, and the Waterville community was always at the front of mind. Hubert served as a member of the Douglas County Sheriff’s posse, the Washington State Civil Defense, and was one of the longest standing volunteer firefighters in Washington State. Hubert was a longtime member of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Waterville. Hubert is survived by his wife, Janell Bourton, and his two sons, Ryan Lee Bourton (Jennifer) and Kevin Jean-Pierre Bourton (Lauren). Hubert also has two grandchildren, Elizabeth Marie Bourton and Laurel Grace Bourton. Hubert has extended family in the Wenatchee area and in Belgium. Viewing will be at the Waterville Funeral Home on Wednesday, August 26, 2015, from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. Rosary will be held at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Waterville on Wednesday, August 26, 2015, at 6:00 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church on Thursday, August 27, 2015, at 11:00 a.m., with Graveside Services following at the Waterville Cemetery. Memorials may be directed to the Waterville Ambulance Fund. Please express your thoughts and memories on the online guest book at jonesjonesbetts.com. Arrangements are by Waterville Funeral Home.

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Hubert Bourton

April 2, 1931 - August 21, 2015