James "Terry" T. Bourdier

Mr. Boudier taught us so much. How to really listen and watch, and how to really hear and see. How a group of individuals can work together to become something greater than the sum of their parts. I will never forget his bright green eyes and how they could sparkle with laughter and pierce with intensity as the occasion demanded. His joy in life was apparent in all he did. He invested so much of himself into preparing us, his students, for life outside the bandhall and off the football field. He was a great person, and it was an honor and a blessing to have known him. May God bless and keep his family and comfort them in their sorrow.

I was a student of Mr. Bourdier's in 1983 at Orangefield High School. I have fond memories of marching band and listening to him play the electric piano. He was a terrific band teacher & talented musician who touched many lives. He will be missed.

Your humor and humanity will be greatly missed, but all the fond memories of a unique and special friend will remain to the end.

Karen - we are deeply sorry for your loss. Terry was and will be remembered as a great man and educator. Our prayers are with you and your family!

Karen & family...Terry was just simply a really neat guy!!! All of us who had the pleasure of knowing Terry share in your grief and we can only hope that brings you some comfort. I had the pleasure of knowing Terry in several ways and am so thankful to God for allowing our paths to cross. All who knew Terry are better people as a result of his friendship. We will miss him but will look forward to hearing his music and his ?funny? jokes in Heaven. May you feel God's presence during this sad, sad time...Paula O'Neal

Terry, oh sha, wishing you a splendid fay dodo in heaven!

Karen, praying for you and the family.

Jayne Bordelon
Mental Health America
Of Southeast Texas

Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.

Dear Karen -- my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family on this most difficult day. May God's blessing bring you comfort and peace in the days the lie ahead.

Dear Karen and Family,
We are so sorry to learn of Terry's passing. Our prayers and love are sent to you. Terry was such a blessing to so many. The Emmaus Community has lost a strong pillar. We thank our Lord and Savior for Terry Bourdier.

I met Terry during a commercial shoot he starred in for one of my clients. He was such a joy to hang out with all morning. Sooo funny. I feel very blessed to have experienced and been touched by his gift of joy.
Great peace and prayers for this beautiful family.