James O'Rourke Obituary
The world bids farewell to James O'Rourke of Reading, Massachusetts, departing on April 29, 2026 at the age of 72. James leaves behind memories cherished by the community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, John M. O'Rourke and Anna E. O'Rourke (McGloin); his wife Jeannette K. O'Rourke (Olson); his sister Patricia L. O'Rourke; and his brother-in-law Richard Sousa.
He is survived by: his siblings, Kathleen Sousa of Burlington, John O'Rourke (Ellen) of Ossipee, NH, Robert O'Rourke (Karen) and Mary Ellen Emerson (Robert) of Stoneham; his nieces and nephews, Ryan, Anna McClusky, Katherine Emerson, Amy Percoskie, Kerry Seligman, Sheena O'Rourke, Meagan Hecht and John O'Rourke III; his godson Trey Carchide; Jim. He is also survived by nephews, nieces, great-nephews and nieces, in-laws, cousins, and many friends.
Visitation was held on Wednesday, May 6th 2026 from 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM at the Edward V. Sullivan Funeral Home (43 Winn St, Burlington, MA 01803). A funeral service was held on Wednesday, May 6th 2026 at 12:30 PM at the same location. A burial was held on Wednesday, May 6th 2026 at 1:00 PM and at 1:45 PM.
