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EDWARD BORKOWSKY
Born: May 03, 1920
Date of Passing: Jan 13, 2015
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryEDWARD (ED) BORKOWSKY May 3, 1920 - January 13, 2015 Peacefully, with his family by his side, Ed passed away on Tuesday, January 13, 2015 at Selkirk Hospital. His memory will be forever cherished by his daughters Dianna Fosty and Denice (Lloyd) Peacock; grandchildren Joshua (Denise) Fosty, Erin (Ryan) Keefe, Dana (Scott) Jordan and Brittany (Tim) Fulton, great-grandchildren Devin, Danielle, Ashley, Cole, Riley and Claire. He is survived by his sisters Norma (Gordon) Barkman and Bernice (Art) Birzneck, and numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his wife Lilly, parents Heinrich and Martha, brothers Raymond and Jake (Mary), and son-in-law Richard. Born and raised in the RM of Hanover (Steinbach). In 1941 he was called up to Canadian Armed Forces, he was stationed at Prince Rupert, BC with the 17th Heavy Coast Artillery and served until January, 1946. On June 23, 1944 he married the love of his life Lilly (Fiebelkorn) and in the spring of 1946, they bought a farm in the RM of Brokenhead. As a young person, he was always interested in community and local government. Over the years he served as School Trustee and Secretary Treasurer for the Brokenhead School District; President of the Brokenhead Farmers Union Local; Director of the Beausejour Consumers Co-op, and he was an active member in his local Lutheran church. He was a Councillor for the RM of Brokenhead from 1965 to 1971 and also 1975 to 1986, during this time he served on the Beausejour Hospital Board. Upon retirement Ed and Lilly enjoyed camping and traveling in Canada, USA, Europe and the Holy Land. Ed enjoyed his trips to the farm and was always interested to learn about the new farming techniques. In the last few years he really looked forward to joining the "boys" at the local coffee shop to discuss the local news and politics, he also spent much of his time reading the newspapers and books - mostly biographies. He took great pride and enjoyment in spending time with his family, especially the grandchildren and great-grandchildren. The family would like to thank Dr. Garth Campbell for the care he provided as well as all the staff at the Selkirk Hospital. Also a huge thank you to all his home care workers, Dad appreciated each and every one of you. Funeral Service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, January 22, 2015 at Sobering Funeral Chapel, 1035 Park Avenue East, Beausejour with viewing one hour prior to the service. Pastor Mark Koenker will be officiating. Interment will follow in the Beausejour Town Cemetery. Pallbearers are Lloyd Peacock, Joshua Fosty, Ryan Keefe, Scott Jordan, Tim Fulton and Robert Borkowsky. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Trinity Lutheran Church, Box 57, Grp. 327, RR#3, Beausejour, MB R0E 0C0 or The Arthritis Society, #105-386 Broadway Ave., Winnipeg, MB R3C 3R6. Those we love don't go away, they walk beside us every day, Unseen, unheard, but always near, Still loved, still missed and very dear. SOBERING FUNERAL CHAPEL & CREMATORIUM, Beausejour (204) 268-3510 or MB Toll Free 1-877-776-2220 www.soberingfuneralchapel.com
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jan 20, 2015
Condolences & Memories (5 entries)
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Dianna, Denice and families, Just learned of your Dad's passing. Our heartfelt sympathy to all of you. Jack and I are so glad that we did go and visit Ed last July in Beausejour. We had such a nice visit with him and we found that although he was of course much more fragile at that age, he was still in fine shape and his wit and spirit had not diminished. Such a nice man your Dad was. We cherish the good memories. A hug from afar, Jack and Toy Heemskerk - Posted by: Jack and Toy Heemskerk Rayer (Family friend) on: Jan 23, 2015
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Dianna, Denice and families, thinking of you at this time of your dad's passing. Your dad's path criss crossed mine many times. He was my post confirmation young adult Christian Ed SS teacher. Then as time moved on, we swapped information about hospital board happenings as we both served on boards in our respective districts. Once our parents moved into Moyà Doma, my dad enjoyed Eddy's reports from the local coffee group. His frequent visits with mom and dad were always enjoyed because dad and Ed solved most of the current world problems. Your dad had a positive spin on life and his memories will live on with the people he crossed paths with. - Posted by: Brian and Lois Borkowsky (Cousin) on: Jan 22, 2015
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Sincere Sympathy Dianna, to you and your family. Your Dad was a 'True Gentleman'. Always had a friendly 'Hello' 'How Are You'? - Posted by: Lorraine Drewlo (Friend of Family) on: Jan 20, 2015
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Our deepest sympathy, Dianna and Denice, Ed was one of my first customers when I went into the insurance business. - Posted by: Ann & Gerald Graves (Friends, coffee budies and customer for many years. ) on: Jan 20, 2015
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Dianne, Denice and families. I was sorry to hear of the passing of your dad, grandpa and great-grandpa. I always enjoyed visiting with Mr. Borkowsky and listening to his stories about the joy his family gave him. He was a wonderful man and will be missed. Treasure the memories. - Posted by: Tim and Rhonda(Pachal) Cameron (Family friend) on: Jan 20, 2015