Bradenton, FL.- Roger Paul Mousseau, 63, a resident of Bradenton, passed away Peacefully on Thursday, April 24, 2025, at Blake Hospital. He was the beloved husband of Anne Marie Mousseau, with whom he shared 42 wonderful years of marriage.
Born in Lowell, Massachusetts, on May 8, 1961, he was the son of the late Joseph and Doris Mousseau. Roger was also predeceased by his brother, Robert Mousseau.
Roger grew up in Lowell, where he met the love of his life, Annie. During his youth, he developed a passion for boxing and competed in the Golden Gloves tournaments out of the West End Gym.
Before relocating to Florida in 1986, Roger owned and operate a limousine service in Lowell.
In 1986, Roger, Annie and their sons, Danny and Joey, moved to Anna Maria Island, Florida, where they opened and established the Tip of the Island Restaurant and Pub. Roger became a vibrant part of the community, generously sponsoring and supporting youth and adult co-ed sports on the Island at the Anna Maria Island Community Center for many years and in addition, he was also a former member of the Anna Maria Island Privateers.
A true sports enthusiast, Roger loved boxing, baseball, hockey, football, and NASCAR. He cherished summers with family at Hampton Beach, New Hampshire, attending the Daytona 500 annually, and spending time with friends and loved ones of the Island.
After selling the Tip of the Island, Roger operated Roger's Airport Service in Bradenton, where he continued building connections in the community he loved.
In addition to his wife, Roger is survived by his two sons, Danny and Joseph; his cherished grandchild Alex; His three brothers, Gerard Mousseau of Florida, Eddie Mousseau and his wife Lorraine of New York, and Norman Mousseau and his wife Cindy of Massachusetts; his sister, JoAnn Coutu and her husband Lenny of Massachusetts; along with sixteen nieces and nephews.
Roger will be remembered for his big heart, his unwavering support of the community, and the joy he brought to everyone around him.
A Family Gathering will be held from 10:30 AM -11:15AM with a Memorial service to follow at Roser Community Church, 512 Pine Avenue, Anna Maria, Florida on May 10, 2025, at 11:30 A.M.
There will be a celebration of life following at the gRub, 415 Pine Ave, Anna Maria, Florida at 12 PM followed by an Island Crawl.
There will be a celebration of life held on June 14, 2025, in Lowell, Massachusetts.
Brown & Sons Funeral Homes & Crematory 43rd Street Chapel, 604 43rd Street West, Bradenton, FL 34209, is in charge of arrangements
