Brian P. Bissonnette Sr.

Brian Paul Bissonnette Sr. passed from this earth on December 28, 2016. Brian was Born on July 17, 1949 in Springfield, VT to Paul and Marion (Armstrong) Bissonnette. He was a devoted son, proud father, loving husband, brother and friend. Brian grew up in Ludlow, VT. and upon completion of his high school education, attended night school to attain his Master Electrician’s license. Brian founded North Country Electric, Inc. which at its peak employed over 150 people and completed commercial projects throughout New England. After forming 2 other successful companies he semi-retired and continued to enjoy his hobby of classic car dealing. In 1992 he relocated permanently to his second home in Pearce, AZ. and created The Coronado Realty Group, with offices in Sunsites, Willcox and Tombstone, Arizona. He was instrumental in the formation of the Sunsites Chamber of Commerce, a former board member of the Old Pearce Preservation Society and a virtual walking reference for all things relating to the various restrictions, bylaws and covenants of the Horizon Sunsites Development. He was most proud of his work as a single father of four in a time when it was not commonplace. He took great pride in boasting of their accomplishments to anyone who could listen as the story went on. (and on) In the latter part of his life he enjoyed his Shindira Ranch in Arizona, traveling the US and spending time with his beloved wife, MaryBeth, his horses and their pets. He was a devout Christian with a strong faith and attended the Community Church of Sunsites. An avid classic and muscle car enthusiast he also enjoyed the peace and serenity of the outdoors, moving earth with his treasured “tractor” and collecting anything he could fit in his barn. He was a voracious reader, with a special passion for history as well as the author of small works of fiction and nonfiction. He touched the lives of so many and will be greatly missed by those who knew and loved him. He is predeceased by his parents, his grand-daughter Ashley Bissonnette, and his son-in-law Van Mongeur. Survivors include his wife MaryBeth of Pearce, AZ, his brother Bruce of NY state, his children, Brian P. Bissonnette Jr. and his wife Tracy of Mooresville, NC; Renee Mongeur, Shannon Walker and her husband Robert all of Rochester, VT; Heather Needham and her husband Jeremiah of Granville, VT, 9 grand-children, 3 great grandchildren, and a niece. A memorial service will be held at a later date at the convenience of the family. Memorial contributions in Brian’s memory may be made to BPB Memorial Fund at St Jude’s Children Research Hospital online at http://fundraising.stjude.org/ site/TR/GiftFunds/GiftFunds? px=4372550&pg=personal&fr_id= 39300

Brian P. Bissonnette Sr.

July 17, 1949 - December 28, 2016