LEWISTON – James J. Bouchard, 66, a resident of 256 Park St., Lewiston, died Wednesday, Jan. 14, at Central Maine Medical Center, after a long battle with heart disease.

He was born in Fall River, Mass., Aug. 11, 1942, the son of Joseph and Juliette Bouchard. He was employed with New England Counter Co. and was a caterer at the Elks Club in Lewiston for many years. He was also a life-member of the Elk’s Lodge and ACME Club in Lewiston.

He enjoyed weekly shopping trips with his daughter, Christine, as well as spending time with his family.

Survivors include one daughter, Christine Bouchard and her husband, Gerry Breton of Lewiston; one sister, Violet Santos of Fall River, Mass.; two grandsons, Timothy and Joshua Bouchard; as well as many friends.

He was predeceased by one sister, Dolores.