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Paul Borkowski Obituary
Aug. 23, 1962 - May. 30, 2017
SOUTH BEND - Paul Borkowski, 54, loving husband and caring father passed way Tuesday, May 30, 2017 in an automobile accident.
Paul was born August 23, 1962 to the late Donald and Shirley (Shamory) Borkowski. He was also preceded in death by his father-in-law, Irvin J. Wieczorek.
On July 12, 1986 in Holy Family Catholic Church Paul married his soul mate and love of his life, Doreen (Wieczorek) Borkowski, she survives along with their daughter, Nicole Borkowski; granddaughter, Aubree Borkowski; brother, Brian (Gwen) Borkowski; sisters, June Stoneburner, and Cynthia (Kevin) McGowan; brother-in-law, David (Debbie) Wieczorek; sister-in-law, Diana (Bill) Rutt; and mother-in-law, Loretta Wieczorek.
Paul was a very devoted husband and father. His face lit up every time Nicole and Aubree were around. He was a 1980 graduate of Washington High School, then earned an Associates Degree from Ivy Tech College in machine repair. Paul was employed with Sullair in Michigan City as an Engineer Technician. He enjoyed riding his motorcycle, hunting and fishing with friends in his free time along with working on cars, mowers, or anything that ran. Paul was a very giving person, all you had to do is ask and he would be there to lend a hand.
A Visitation for Paul will take place from 10:00am until 2:00pm Saturday, June 3, 2017 in ST. JOSEPH FUNERAL HOME, 824 S. Mayflower Rd, South Bend.
In lieu of flowers Memorial Contributions may be made in Paul's name to the American Diabetes Association, 1701 N. Beauregard St., Alexandria, Virginia 22311.
Condolences for the family may be made at www.sjfh.net
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15 Entries
Monica Schaefer (Killingsworth)
June 3, 2017
Doreen, I am so very sorry for your loss. I can't imagine what you are going through. Sending prayers for you and your family.
Linda and Jim Matson
June 3, 2017
So very sorry about Paul. Your families are in our thoughts and prayers.
June 3, 2017
Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
David, Annie, Abbie and Emily Godollei
Dave and Cindy Wright
June 3, 2017
We're so sorry for your loss. Paul was a great guy. Many thoughts and prayers for Doreen and Nicole and all of those who loved Paul. ❤
Laurie Michalski
June 3, 2017
It's heartbreaking that you were torn away from your family so quickly as these things can never be dealt with without grief and sorrow to your wife your daughter and your granddaughter. They will truly grieve for you for the rest of their life , but know they loved you with all of their heart. Time will help with prayers and comfort and by the grace of God they will survive through your passing. You will be missed by them and all who knew you. May God lay his hand upon your family and heal them as quickly and pain free as possible.
your neighbor Laurie Michalski
Jeff Turak
June 3, 2017
Paul and I had many great times together as kids. I will miss him.
Jim Mazurkiewicz
June 2, 2017
So sorry for your loss. We will keep your family in our prayers.
Mr & Mrs Maz
Gina Desimone
June 2, 2017
I am so very sorry for you loss Doreen. My thoughts and prayers are with all of at this time.
William Dillon
June 2, 2017
My sincerest condolences to the Doreen and the Borkowski family. Paul was a great guy and a good guy to work with at Bosch. He helped me out while I was in Mexico as well as when I Returned to South Bend. Enjoyed a few beers at Wings, Etc., good conversation and many good laughs.
He'll be sorely missed.
Sincerely - Bill Dillon
Andre
June 2, 2017
I am so sorry for your loss. May Almighty God who "binds up the brokenhearted" and "comforts all who mourn" sustain your family during this challenging time. (Isaiah 61:1,2) With heartfelt sympathy to you and your family.
Lynn Kaizer-Cass
June 2, 2017
I'm so sorry for your loss. I have such fond memories growing up with Paul as he treated me like one of his sisters. May God bless and give you strength through this difficult time.
Bob Wieczorek
June 2, 2017
RIP Paul - I will miss your smile and your laughter. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Bob Wieczorek
Mavis Forsey
June 2, 2017
I had the pleasure to have worked with Paul a South Bend Stamping. He was a good person, I remember how excited he was when he got the millwright apprenticeship.And when he got married, and again when he became a father.Im so sorry for his passing.
Willie & Rose Michalski
June 2, 2017
Our deepest and heartfelt sympathy to the Borkowski family on the loss of your Brother. You are in our thoughts and prayers at this very difficult time.
June 2, 2017
I can't believe you are gone my friend. The shock and overwhelming sadness has made me realize how much you were a part of my life. You will be sorely missed. Thank you for the 30+ years we spent as friends, as my mentor growing up, all the fun times hunting, fishing, and laughs we shared. You always greeted us with a smile, and that will be truly missed and never replaced. And most of all, your undeniable love of Doreen, Nicole, and Aubree has shown how much of a caring person you are. Till we meet again Paul. Rest in peace. Jay
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