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Hans Borm Obituary
Hans had many hobbies and interests. He loved birds, raised and sold exotic parrots. He loved golf, Lindsay and Exeter were two of his favorite courses. He loved chess, played with friends and former students at home and at school. Most of all he loved people. He cherished family and friends. He enjoyed working with children, as a teacher, a coach, and a Boy Scout leader. He loved to play poker with his friends every Wednesday. He was friendly to everyone he met and always had a kind word and a smile to share. He had an enigmatic personality, full of odd quirks and traits that made him the man we all know and love.
He favored the comfort of a Hawaiian shirt and shorts, and was seldom seen without at least five pens and pencils in his pocket. He never left on a family trip without a frisbee in the car. He would chat up to total strangers, talk for 20 minutes to a wrong number, and strike up friendly conversations with telemarketers. He was a friend to all and had a humongous heart.
In the last three years, he welcomed three grandchildren into the world who quickly became the highlight of his life. He was never happier than when he was holding one of his grandkids, taking them to the store, reading them a story, or rocking them to sleep.
While he was taken from us too soon, we will cherish all the wonderful memories of him. Hans is survived by his wife Judee, his daughter Allison (Ed Talbot), his son Tyson (Ruthe Borm), and his grandchildren Cailyn, Logan, and Colby.
There will be a memorial service held on Saturday, January 21st at the Monache High School cafeteria at 1:00 p.m. All are welcome to attend. We encourage any who wish to attend to wear a Hawaiian shirt and to bring a snack or dessert if they so choose.
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Memories and Condolences
for Hans Borm
Suzan Moritz
January 12, 2025
Still missing you,Tim. My life long buddy.
LEONEL LOPEZ
March 3, 2023
I was just sitting in my room, and Mr. Borm popped into my head. I never heard that he passed away. I had him for mathematics and computer programming in 1983 -84. I also got the guts to ask him if he needed help with the girls' volleyball team and made me an assistant coach! I missed the team photo for the yearbook, which he apologized for profusely. Great man, and we kept in touch for years after, when I worked at BASKIN ROBBINS. He LOOOVED ice cream. I can still hear him say, " Preguntas?" (Spanish for questions whenever he would finish explaining a lesson.) Great Man, Will be missed. I hope to see him and soo many others that have passed. RIP Mr. Borm. He truly made a difference.
Suzan Z Moritz
January 12, 2022
Remembering fondly what a great guy Tim was. Funny,bright, and kind.
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Ted Wendeln
January 12, 2020
Seems like I think of Tim, oops Hans, a lot and especially in January. As two 18 year old recent college dropouts we made the road trip of a lifetime in January 1965. We made it in Tim's/Hans' 1949 or 50 Chevy fastback painted a lime green with a brush. We left Dayton, OH on I-70/US-40 around the 22nd. It was spitting cold and in the teens. There was a hole in the floor board on the front passenger's side that we had covered with a piece of metal. Might have been a small one on the driver's side that was covered with an old license plate. Our clothes and life's belongings filled the backseat. One of us drove while the other slept. We would sit on the floor and put our head on the seat. We took a lot of No Doze on that trip. We picked up Route 66 in St Louis for the long haul to LA. Got stopped entering New Mexico by the State Highway patrol who were looking for escapees from a mental hospital. Picked up a hitchhiker going to LA, but decided he was a bit weird and dumped him in Albequerque. Remember descending in to LA from Riverside. LA was covered in smog, but stilled seemed better than Ohio. We were California Dreamin'. Thanks Tim/Hans for being a guy that would do crazy stuff with me. Here's a pic of a very clean Chevy Fastback. Ted B Wendeln
Suzan Moritz
January 24, 2019
Hans (always 'Tim' to me) was a dear friend for over sixty years. Smart as a whip,funny,and loved by all. Still missed by many,including me.
Shannon Bodkin
October 12, 2012
I just heard about this and I am sorry that I am so late..
I met Mr. Borm actually on the first day of 7th grade in 1990, I was a little lost in the halls.. He pointed me in the right direction. I will always remember him in his hawaiian shirt. I thought to myself he doesn't dress like a teacher. But come to find out he was the best teacher I ever had.. I was on his volleyball team, chess club and then also in the 8th grade I became a teacher aide for him.. I missed him in high school. He did make things simple and easy to remember.
The love he had for his birds also. He had the most beautiful birds..
I can go on and on about Mr. Borm.. He is such an awesome person
August 9, 2012
You have my deepest sympathy. May good memories provide solace for your family during this challenging time; and may God provide you with the assurance that you will see your loved one again in Paradise. John 17:3
July 29, 2012
May you feel comforted by the Love and support of family and friends and may the God of all comfort continue to be with you.
Rick & Missy (Mason)Pritchard
April 17, 2012
My husband Rick and I just read about Mr. Borm, he was our Math teacher at Barlett back in 1978-1980.Mr. Borm was a wonderful caring teacher and was always fair,fun,kind and generous with his time, there was no question that he wouldn't answer. Rick remembers when Mr. Borm started the chess club at Barlett. RIP we will always remember you!
Richard Macgurn (Perkins)
April 7, 2012
Darn, I'm too late. I met Hans back in 1987 when I was 18 years old. I was hitching my way from Southern Cali to Vancouver, WA when Hans picked me up somewhere near Porterville where he said he was a teacher. He had a car full of exotic birds that he was delivering to various customers along the interstate. We shared stories and ended up spending 2 wonderful days together and he took me all the way to my mom's house in Vancouver where he then stayed a few hours telling stories and playing us chess. I was really hoping to be able to say hi to him again after all these years. I will miss him, that trip turned out to be one of the best adventures of my life!
NAOMI (REYES) PICARDEL
April 3, 2012
I LOVED MR. BORM AT BARTLETT..HE MADE TIME PASS SO EASILY & HAPPILY.HE HAD SUCH AN AMAZING HEART & GENEROSITY.I ALWAYS LOOKED FORWARD TO HIS CHOCOLATE SALES IN CLASS DURING "K-BAR" (KICK BACK AND READ) TIME.A VERY AWESOME TEACHER WHO MADE MATH SO MUCH EASIER FOR SOMEONE LIKE ME WHO STRUGGLED WITH IT.HE HAD ALOT OF PATIENCE EVEN WITH MY CLASS CLOWN ACT OUTS IN CLASS ;) MY CONDOLENCES TO YOUR FAMILY. R.I.P
susan reel- vanwinkle
March 21, 2012
My favorite math teacher... R.I.P Mr Borm.
Ted Wendeln
March 19, 2012
I just received the news of Tim's passing. He was Tim back in OH. Tim and I drove his 49 Chevy from Dayton to LA in Jan 1965. We had been friends in college and both decided to head to southern CA. It was one of those lifetime road trips. After not finding work, I came back to OH. I always thought that I'd get out to see him, but never made it. He was a great guy that I'm sure will be missed by all those who's life he touched.
Ted Wendeln
Melinda
March 3, 2012
Aww:( so sad to barely here about this. Mr. Borm was an awesome teacher!! I remember him always friendly and talking about baseball.. may he rest in paradise
February 14, 2012
Awesome teacher at Bartlett. RIP
Tom Cagan
February 4, 2012
I served with HT in the Marine Corps. We went to electronics school together in Memphis Tennessee, and were together in Viet Nam. We met often as possible at the Intruder reunions, and were planning to get together again this spring at the one planned for San Diego.
I considered him one of my closest friends in the Corps, and he will be sorely missed.
Semper Fi HT.
Tom Cagan
Jay Stallings
February 3, 2012
As everyone knows, Hans was one f the most friendly souls on the planet. In the chess world, he always smiling and diffusing the tension that you often could find at tournaments in which parents were too concerned about whether their children won or lost. I met Hans back in the mid-90's and his easy-going attitude about competitive chess was one that I chose to adopt. His influence has thus been felt by the tens of thousands of students that our organization has taught since I met Hans. To Hans's family - Thank you for sharing your husband, father, and grandfather with us. We are eternally grateful. Adios Hans. Until we meet again.
Jay Stallings, Director, California Youth Chess League www.cycl.org
Tomia Garza
January 30, 2012
To an awesome man who touched so many hearts. My condolences go out to his family. May the Lord bring his family peace. Im sure he will bring lots of laughter to everyone in Heaven.Amen. Sending Hugs to your family Mr. Borm. Sincerely- a past student in your Math class & close neighbor nearby.????
Rest In Peace.??
Renee Hernandez
January 27, 2012
I was lucky enough to have Mr. Borm as my math teacher @ Bartlett. He always had a smile on his face and had such a warm heart! He was a great man who had such a positive impact on so many young impressionable lives! If only there were more like him! He will be missed more than he could have ever imagined!
Shawna Worthy-Apodaca
January 25, 2012
My prayers go out to the Borm family. I was lucky to have Mr. Borm as my math teacher at Bartlett almost 25 years ago. He was an awesome teacher and all around nice caring man who always made us smile. Mr. Borm you made a difference in so many lifes, God bless you.
Until we see eachother again in haven,
Lucy Aguilera
January 24, 2012
My prayers are with Mrs. Borm and family. So sorry for your loss, Mr. Borm was a great man and will be truely missed.
Don & Maria Jensen
January 23, 2012
We salute your veteran. Our condolences for your loss and gratitude for your loved one's service to our country.
See you on the other side Brother.
Don "Boots" Jensen
Sgt USMC
Tammy Ramirez
January 23, 2012
Mrs. Borm I am so sorry for the loss of Mr. Borm. He was one of my all time favorite teachers. I can remember be in class listening to music and when the song Another Hole in The Wall would play he would say,don't listen to that you do need an education.
He was the one that taught me how to play chess and had me join the math super bowl team. At the end of my 8th grade year the math super bowl team went to Magic Mountain, He was my riding partner anlong with Alli.
He would stop,give me a smile and talk with me.
I am greatly sadden by the loss of an AWESOME Teacher
R I P Mr Borm
Tammy Ramirez
Tera Entenman
January 23, 2012
My thoughts go to the family of Mr. Borm. He was an amazing teacher and friend. Math Superbowl and Chess are amazing memories from junior high because of his dedication to the students. He is one of the reasons I became a math teacher. You will be missed by all and I will miss our 20 minutes conversations when we would randomly run into each other in town.
-Tera
Shane Smith
January 22, 2012
Simply the best Math Teacher of the modern era. RIP Mr.Borm...You will be missed......
yesenia marquez
January 22, 2012
mr.borm was the best teacher ever. He always remember you when he ever he saw you,no matter how long ago you were in his class. He well be missed. My thought and prayer goes out to his family.
Heather Adkins
January 22, 2012
Mr. Borm was a wonderful teacher who taught this wall flower to believe in herself. He will be greatly missed. He is up there in heaven right now deciding his next chess move.
Nick Resurreccion
January 22, 2012
I am sorry for your loss. I had Mr Borm for math, computer programming and I was in his chess club. My first trophy ever was from a chess tournament he hosted when I was 9. 31 yrs later, I still have the little trophy. In 1984, about 5 of us 7th and 8th graders were privileged to have him take us in his station wagon to the state chess tournament in San Francisco. We were lucky to have such a great teacher help us young kids build lifelong memories...
January 20, 2012
My sister and I had him as a teacher in 7th grade...Geometry.... and we both enjoyed his class..He was the greatest teacher...he will be missed...
tracy and terri fluke
Jan Brown
January 20, 2012
I was saddened to read that Hans had passed so soon in life. He was a friendly, laid-back guy with a dry wit who our family knew from church, Boy Scouts, and veterans activities. My thoughts and prayers are with the Borm family at this time...
Walter Wheeler
January 20, 2012
Hans Borm and I started employment in 1977 with the Porterville Unified School District. He had been a teacher in Compton and I had been with the adjoining school district in Paramount. Hans joined and fitted in very well with a top-notch staff at Bartlett Junior High School under the leadership of then principal, Richard Schlagel. Hans had excellent teaching and human relationships skills with both students and staff.
Hans contributed to the success of my middle son, Mark, who found friendship and a hobby with chess in the classroom of Hans Borm. Hans would usually have some 50 students in his classroom during lunch time at Bartlett learning and mastering the skills of chess. Hans also volunteered his time (he did NOT get extra pay for the chess meetings during lunchtime in his classroom) by having Tuesday evening chess meetings at school.
Fortunately, I thanked Hans several times during my son's seventh and eighth grade years (1986-88) for opening his classroom to students and what it meant to the success of my son. In meeting Hans in later years he would ask how Mark was doing. I told Hans that Mark was doing well and he (Hans) was one of the staff members at Bartlett who contributed to his success.
My wife, Ethyln, and I wish to extend to the family and close friends our sincere sadness at the passing of such a fine individual.
Walter H. Wheeler
Nicky Huffman
January 20, 2012
I had the privilege and fortune to have known Hans as a good friend and fellow chess player. He possessed a natural ability to draw you into his life, while enriching yours. Those he mentored and taught were destined to become better students and citizens. His contagious optimism and powerful belief in the goodness inherent in us all, is just one of many reasons why he will be missed so dearly. Whenever Hans needed help with anything, it made you feel good to help him out. Just being around Hans made you feel good. What a wonderful legacy.
Edward Brooks
January 20, 2012
My father Edward L. Brooks was a good friend of Mr Borm and never missed chess club for well over 30 yrs if he could help it. I was also a student in 8th grade. I'll never forget Mr Borm was at the hospital every day my dad was in the hospital before he passed. He was there makeing me and my family laugh. I loved him like he was family because he was. My condolences. Me and my family will be there to celebrate the life of this great man.
Qursha Clark
January 20, 2012
My Prayers are with your family. Im so sorry for your loss. I was a student of his.He was a great teacher and friend.
Connie Brooks
January 20, 2012
I am so sorry for the loss of such a wonderful person. My thoughts and prayers are with Judee and the family of Tim. I lived next door to Tim when we were growing up in Ohio. I haven't seen him in years but had the chance to be his FB friend. Reading and hearing what people wrote and said about him was great. He was a very special person that will never be forgotten. I feel lucky to have known such a great person that thought so much of others.
Barrett Lloyd
January 19, 2012
I was blessed to have been a student of his. I learned how to play chess about a month before I enrolled at Bartlett and joined the chess club mostly because Mr. Borm was my favorite teacher. A couple months learning under Mr. Borm and I was getting top ten finishes at tournaments. Some of the best memories from my childhood. I even signed up for the math bowl because I wanted to be able to go on more trips with him. I moved away before 8th grade so I only had the privilege of knowing him for 9 months but he was always someone I considered to be a role model. 15 years later I still think of him anytime I eat some Red Vines. My prayers are with his family.
Corrina Metheney
January 19, 2012
Mr Borm touched my life in so many ways.What a Awesome guy .I met him at Bartlett.He taught me Math ,Chess, Volleyball Softball,Basketball and he tried to teach me to Play football.After our Powderpuff game against Pioneer he told me to stick to Volleyball.I was his teachers aide for 7th and 8th Grade.Everyone enjoyed hangin out in his Class,because he was a cool teacher. When I would see him around town we would talk forever .I just recently seen him and I feel Blessed .Not Knowing it would be the last time I seen him we had a good Talk .He was concerned about how I was doing and after telling him he told me he was Proud of me and That means so much to me.He gave me a Big Hug :) He Touched the Lives of any one who had the Honor Of Knowing him.Mr.Borm ~Your the Man!! Love you and Miss you. .
~Heaven was Needing a Hero~
Remy Hermosa-Mendez
January 19, 2012
Mr. Borm,
You were one of my most favorite teachers EVER. As we said back in the 80s--TOTALLY AWESOME!!! You didn't care what background a child came from; rich, poor, quick learner, slow learner....you always took the time to help your students learn. You made math fun. You will be missed. To your wife and family~I am so sorry for your loss and you are in a lot of peoples' prayers.
luz perez
January 19, 2012
To Mrs. Borm, I'm sorry for your loss.
Matt Walker
January 19, 2012
One of the coolest teachers ever
Pat Gonzalez
January 19, 2012
I had the pleasure of working with Hans at Monache. He was dedicated to his students and they loved him. My fondest memory is when a group of Monache staff went to River Island to play golf, it was truly enjoyable watching him on the golf course. He was missed when he retired and now even more so. Condolences to his family.
Mark Balderama
January 19, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with the Borm family!!!! Mr. Borm was one of my teachers at Bartlett and was my favorite teacher, for many reasons!! He always gave his students an equal oppertunity and a second chance!!! Mr. Borm was not just a teacher but also a friend who was always there for his students!!! Mr. Borm you will be missed by so many!!!
Stevie Rentmeister (Haynie)
January 19, 2012
Mr. Borm was one of my favorite teachers and I agree to all - that he was a magnificent, friendly, happy man. My prayers go out to his family and all that had the priviledge of knowing him. He was a blessing and honor to have known.
January 19, 2012
Mr. Borm was the nicest teacher I ever met, he taught me to play chess, and i will miss him deeply.
Bonnie (Yost) Swanson
January 19, 2012
Hans had a gift for teaching, one he shared with everyone, not just his formal students. When you were with him learning happened - as if by magic; when actually it was his gift of igniting curiosity and fostering creativity leading your mind to a place where it could expand.
Marty,Donna Medrano &Family
January 19, 2012
OUR THOUGHTS PRAYERS GO OUT TO THE FAMILY OF MR. BORM. HE WAS A GREAT TEACHER AWESOME FRIEND. HE WAS ALSO MY TEACHER WAY BACK WHEN. IT IS A GREAT HONOR TO HAVE KNOWN SUCH A WODERFUL PERSON. HE WILL ALWAYS BE REMEMBERED FOR HIS KINDNESS TO ALL NO MATTER WHAT NATIONALLY YOU WERE.
Steve Vorderstrasse
January 19, 2012
A truly good man. He died way too young. he had a lot more love to offer and i think many would have been touched by that love.
Efrain Martinez
January 18, 2012
Mr Borm will always be remembered as a kind individual who was a comfort to be around. While a student at Bartlett and MHS, I never had the pleasure of having him as a teacher, but he'd say "hello" and ask how I was doing. He seemed to know what I was up to in sports and what not, so it was obvious he cared for more than just his actual students. Again, he will be missed and memories cherished.
January 18, 2012
Mr. Borm was my all time favorite teacher. I had him for math and computer classes at Bartlett Jr. High. He was also my chess mentor in chess club and a great friend. After I left Porterville I would still see him every now and then when I came to visit. Just 3 weeks ago I stopped by his house on Christmas Day on the way home and chatted w/ him about life and family. He looked so full of life and happy. I am still in denial. Mr. Borm thanks for everything and helping me inspire in my career and life. You will be missed...
Norman Mar
Sandy Roberts
January 18, 2012
To the Borm family - I was very sad to hear of Tim's passing. He will be greatly missed and especially by all his dear friends and classmates of Northmont High School, class of 1964.
Shelby Schortman
January 18, 2012
One of the greatest teachers I ever had! He made a huge impact on so many young people and will be remembered fondly.
Eliza Huerta
January 18, 2012
Mr. Borm was my math teacher at Monache, he was a great mentor n person. He will dearly be missed.
Diane Briscoe
January 18, 2012
Dear Judee, Allison and Tyson,
I had the pleasure of working with Hans at Bartlett for nine years. He was a best friend, great teacher and role model. Hans was very generous, caring and jovial. He always made us laugh at his witty sayings and jokes. Everyone knew that he loved teaching, interacting with his students and dedicating his free time to them. Bob and I wish to express our condolences and love to your family.
January 18, 2012
Dear Judee,Allison,Tyson and all the rest of Tim's family,so many of us share in your loss and our hearts go out to you at this sad time.The universal comment heard when word reached the Northmont Class of 64 that Tim had died was"Everyone loved Tim". That is so true.Tim and I grew up in the 50's on Wolf Avenue in Englewood,Ohio. Best buddies since age 5.Tim was the heart of every class reunion-everyone's friend.Heaven is having more fun now!Love to Tim and all his family,Suzan Zimmerman Moritz
Glen Tiderman
January 18, 2012
Godspeed Hans. It was a pleasure being your student at Bartlett and your co-worker at Monache. I'll miss you my friend.
Martin Nava
January 18, 2012
Mr. Borm was one of my Math teachers at Bartlett, but also had the pleasure of teaching with him at Bartlett and again at Monache. He truly exuded kindness and compassion to everyone. This is one of those times where, regretfully, I did not spend as much time with him as I had the opportunity to. You will be missed! Thank you for having been part of my life Mr. Borm.
Kent Ulrich
January 18, 2012
I grew up with Tim (I don't remember if I even new his first name was Hans) around Englewood, Ohio. We went to school, church, Boy Scouts, etc. together and he was a great friend. I last saw him around 1970 when he lived in El Segundo. It is my loss to not have been able to visit him since then. His memory will always be with me.
January 18, 2012
Tim was always the one to call on Christmas day and would talk with everyone. He called his brothers and sisters on their birthdays. He video taped weddings. And even though he made fun of me and he seemed to always have his fork in my dinner plate; I will miss him very much. I love you too Tim.
Larry Otten
angelica cisneros
January 18, 2012
mr.borm was a wonderful teacher. i was one of his former student at monache.he was very nice and polite and he always had licorice or twizzlers candy to give out.i was very lucky to have him as a teacher.i will always remember him.god bless all the family
Maggie Salazar
January 18, 2012
Mr. Borm was a kind man. I will miss him GREATLY, he took the time to tutor me in Math and I am so grateful to him. I remember taking my son who was only a few months old and Mr. Borm played with him while I did homework. I think Mr. Borm was more entertained than my son. What a wonderful person! My deepest condolences to the family and they are definitely in my thoughts and prayers.
January 18, 2012
I had the pleasure an benefit of having Mr. Borm as a teacher and mentor at Bartlett in 1989-90. I still remember his F-4 stories from his time in the Marines, his love of the game of chess and his example of being committed to something bigger than yourself. He will be missed.
Fred Dohnke, Maj, USAF
Sacramento, CA
Janine Kurz(Catalina)
January 18, 2012
What a kind man he was, we could all learn something from him! I was a former student and you could tell that he cared about every student he had. This town will miss him greatly. May Gods peace and blessings be upon his family!
Leigh Addison
January 18, 2012
Had the joy of sharing time with cousin Tim for lunch this spring in Dayton. We shared "foodie" conversation, and we giggled over my being in charge of chess club at my girls' school even though I don't play chess ;)! He was a character and this is the BEST obit I've ever read. My mom (Sue) cherishes her cousins from out west and will so miss him. Our love to all our cousins! xoxo - Leigh (Lembright) Addison - Dayton, Ohio
Mickey Eaves
January 18, 2012
Judee and family, my deepest condolences to you in your loss of Tim, as I knew him. I didn't know him long, but we shared the love of a daughter. I had the highest of respect for him.
Robert Sundre
January 18, 2012
Hans was an incredible person. We first met when the teachers from Bartlett played the teachers from Pioneer. I made the mistake of running into him on the court...and I fell over. He was always friendly with me. We became closer as friends when we worked at Monache. I always loved the shirts he wore during professional development days. Hans welcomed me into his home and even invited my kids over to go swimming. Hans had a way of making me feel comfortable. The last I saw him was about a month ago. He was driving a Prius on Henderson and I was walking home from school(work). He did a complete turn around on Henderson just to pick me up. I will miss you Hans. I will miss your genuine personality, your quirky jokes and statements, your principles and most of all, your friendship.
Dennis & Marian Wajckus
January 18, 2012
Hans was a caring and wonderful person. The thing about Hans that always struck us was how giving and loving he was. The world is a lot dimmer without the light of Hans there to shine bright. God Bless & watch over you Hans.
Patty A. Flores
January 18, 2012
Mr.Borm it was a honor to have you as one of my mentors, you had the heart of a true hero, and never judged a book by it's cover, I thank you and your family for you have been a blessing to the lives of so many of us in our community of Porterville...Thank you and God Bless
Patty A. Flores
Holly Flint
January 18, 2012
What a good description of a great man. I feel bad for those who never met him. Judee, Allson, Tyson, I am sorry there is that missing piece, now. I am glad you have family around you. I feel one of the lucky ones to have spent time in his company. He is missed deeply.
Robert Lawrence
January 18, 2012
I was one of Mr. Borm's students at Bartlett Jr. High in the early 1990's. He was a great teacher and a nice guy. The memory of him sticks in my mind vividly because he truly cared about people and he was unique in the way expressed himself. Thank you Mr. Borm for inspiring me and helping me in school. I will always remember you.
Sincerely,
Robbie Lawrence
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