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BORDERS, Dr. William Holmes, Jr. Dr. William Holmes Borders, Jr. Memorial Service for Dr. William Holmes Borders, Jr. of Atlanta will be held on Saturday, September 11, 2010 at 10:00 am at the Martin Luther King, Jr. International Chapel, 830 Westview Dr. SW, Atlanta. Dr. Lawrence E. Carter, officiating. Dr. Robert Michael Franklin, President of Morehouse College, Eulogist. Dr. Borders was the son of the late, Rev. Dr. William Holmes Borders, Sr. and the late Mrs. Julia Pate Borders. He is survived by his children, Lisa, William, III, Julie and Eric Borders; grandchildren, Garry Bowden, Jr., Erin and Drew Borders; sister, Dr. Juel Borders; daughter-in-law, Tammy Borders. A lifelong scholar and accomplished physician, he graduated from Morehouse College, University of Michigan and Howard University of Medicine. His civic engagement matched his intellectual and career accomplishments. A Life member of Wheat Street baptist Church, honorable discharge from the U. S. Army, College Physician for Morris Brown College, Medical Director of the Fulton County Alcohol and Drug Treatment Center, lifetime memberships with the NAACP, Butler Street YMCA, Boy Scouts of America, Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., Atlanta Medical Association and the National Leukemia Society. The family will receive friends this evening from 6-8 and the Kappa Alpha Pi Fraternity, Inc. Ceremony at 8 pm at Murray Brothers Cascade Chapel, 1199 Utoy Springs Rd. SW (corner of Cascade Rd. near I-285) 404-349-3000 mbfh.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for William Borders
Cherri Sawyer
August 27, 2025
Continually rest well in your heavenly place Dr borders you will never be forgotten
willie parker
February 1, 2011
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caroline githua
September 28, 2010
you will be truly missed. you motivated young people to get a quality education. in your honor i will achieve this.
Jackson Candice
September 13, 2010
Eric and the Borders Family, no bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Remember to cherish the memories of a life well lived. My deepest condolences are with you during this time.
Patricia Patterson
September 12, 2010
To the entire Borders Family, I send my prayers and deepest sympathy. Dr. Billy was a sensitive, caring, and loving physician led by God. He was always there for the Calhoun, Jacobs, and Johnson families and thanks to his willingness to make house calls when they were no longer popular, I am still alive. He will forever be in my heart.
Mary F. Johnson
September 11, 2010
We shared many Sunday dinneers at Ma Josie's house and of course, Billy was the life of the dinner. When I was about to retire, I wanted to choose the cheapest insurance. Billy, took one hour showing me why I was doing the wrong thing and he was not my doctor. I will always be greatful to him for that advice. You all have my deepest sympathy. I have missed him for a long time at Whear Street.
Dorothy walker
September 11, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
September 11, 2010
Lisa and Family, My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of loss. Robert Steele
Shelia Cabrero
September 10, 2010
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Keith Lindsay
September 10, 2010
Lisa, Bill, Julie, and Eric,
Please accept Lindy's and my deepest sympathies on the passing of Dr. Borders. I just learned of his passing and am very sorry for your loss.
Dr.R. Lewis Ricks,Md.
September 10, 2010
Billy, truly a man to remember He has left many special impression of our personal and professional relationship.He was definitely a man of ordinary people though he could easily have qualified to be an elitist.
My condolence his family.
September 10, 2010
To the Borders Family I offer my deepest sympathy, I have know Dr. Borders all my life, he was instrumental and helping me secure a job at the fulton county alcohol drug treatment center. it was a great honor to work along side him, he taught me alot about having a passion to help others. Janice Clark-Brooks
Joy Russaw-Browne
September 10, 2010
To the entire Borders Family;
My thoughts and prayers are with you as you go through this period of grief. Dr. Borders was truly a special person, his personality made his Medical Practice one you enjoyed visiting even in difficult times. May his spirit live on and his soul rest in peace.
Holly Washington
September 10, 2010
Julie & family, my sincere condolences. I will always cherish the laughs and wisdom that Dr. Borders shared with me during my visits to the 14th St dialysis clinic. He was a power of strength and a motivator for me in helping to cope with my husbands illness. Many thanks to you Julie also.
Carl E. Lacey Sr.
September 10, 2010
To Lisa, Dr. Juel Borders and the entire Borders Family, we offer our thoughts & prayers at the news of your loss. Billy continued the tradition of outstanding community service so expertly established by his wonderful parents (Dr. & Mrs. William Holmes Borders Sr.). Thank you Billy for your tireless contributions to your family, church, community and dedication to your profession and patients whom you served so well. I'll always remember and treaure the kindness you always extended to the Lacey Family over the years. Rest assured the Borders legacy has been left in very capable hands and will continue to flourish.
God bless you Billy !
The Lacey Family
September 10, 2010
My deepest and heart-felt sympathy to the Borders family for the loss of your beloved "Billy". May God bless and give you strenght to endure during this sad occasion. Billy was a most cherished and inspiring boyhood friend.
Herman Johnson, Jr.
September 10, 2010
Eric,Tammy and the Borders' family, you have my deepest sympathy on the passing of your loved one. He's gone to the golden shore.
D Mayers
September 10, 2010
My condolence to the Borders family. May John 14:27 and 2 Cor 1:3,4 bring you all comfort during this time of grief.
Mack Willis, Sr.
September 9, 2010
Gwen and Mack Willis: We would like to express our deepest sympathiies to the Borders family during this period of sadness. Dr. Borders was spiritual, always upbeat....and a good friend. God be with you, bless you and strengthen you. Be thankful that we enjoyed having him in our midst...and and remember to focus on the good times......
Harriet Macklin
September 9, 2010
To Gloria,and the "kids", accept my prayers on the passing of your former husband and your father. It seem like yesterday when we planning for your campaign for the state legislator, Gloria. However, it has been a long time. I am sure the other AKA sisters will pray also.
Beverly Worthy Franks
September 8, 2010
To the Borders Family please accept my condolences on the passing of your love one. May the blessings of love be upon you, may its peace abide with you, may its essence illuminate your heart, now and forever more.
Ulysses Worthy
September 8, 2010
To Jule and the Border's Family please accept my heartfelt sympathies for the loss of "Billy". My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family during this difficult time.
Clinton & Gail Jordan
September 7, 2010
To the Borders family. Dr Borders will be truly missed by my family. When my husband was very ill in 1997, he slept at S Fulton Hospital every night until he was out of danger. He showed his love and concern for all of his patients without a doubt. He will always be in our hearts and thoughts. May the good Lord keep all of you in his hand. Be blessed and keep his legacy and memory alive.
Adrian Edwards
September 7, 2010
My deepest sympathies to Dr. Borders' family. He and I were classmates at Howard and although I had not seen him in 50 years I remember him fondly and always enjoyed his great sense of humor.
KAREN BUTLER
September 7, 2010
To the family May God bless in keep you. I work with Dr Borders at Fulton County Dr Borders help me out a lots been a young single mother with two boys when i had a problem with my oldest son Dr Borders took him under his wing today my son has a family of his on and going to school thank you your BLACKBUTTERFLY
Mills Facility
September 7, 2010
The Participants and Staff of the Helene S. Mills Multipurpose Facility extend our condolences to the Family of Dr. William Borders. His dedication and work will be forever cherished.
Marjorie Cain
September 7, 2010
"For all things I have the strength by virtue of him who imparts power to me." (Phil 4:13) May the peace of God that excels all thought be with you and your family during this most difficult time (Phil. 4:7)
September 7, 2010
To Billy Borders and Family, May God bless and keep you in his everloving care and ease your grief, in the passing of Dr. Borders. I enjoyed working with Dr. Borders and I thanked GOD for blessing me with the opportunity to work with such a GREAT DOCTOR. May he rest in eternal heavenly peace with GOD. WITH DEEPEST SYMPATHY, Connie Glass, East Point, Georgia
BETTY DAVIS
September 7, 2010
BORDERS FAMILY, YOU HAVE MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY. DR. BORDERS WAS DR. BORDERS! HE WAS A GOOD MAN. SOME YEARS AGO, ANOTHER DOCTOR TREATED ME WITH DISRESPECT,
AND THREATENED MY JOB. THE NEXT DAY THAT DOCTOR CALLED
ME AT MY HOME TO APOLOGIZE, BECAUSE OF DOCTOR BORDERS. I WILL NEVER, EVER FORGET HIM STANDING UP FOR ME!!! MAY HE REST IN PARADISE.
Debra Weathington
September 6, 2010
One thing I can say " He Did It His Way "I last saw Dr.Borders 8/30/10 and
stated to myself- he looks tired.He called me his Kappa Kitten,I was his Social Worker the last 3 years.He was very proud of his family history and of
the strives African Americans have made.Rest in Peace Dr. Borders
Audraine Jackson
September 6, 2010
To Billy & the Borders Family,
Sorry to hear about the passing of your father. Dr. Borders always made me laugh everytime I saw him. His sense of humor and personality was uniquely one of a kind. May you take comfort in knowing his life and contributions made a positive impact in our community. God bless.
Priscilla Roach
September 6, 2010
To Dr.Juel Borders Benson & Family,
In your time of sorrow may beautiful memories of a life lived to it's fullest linger, and the shadow of pain be lessened each passing day.may you find comfort in you precious memories.
your WheatStreet Baptist Church Family
M. Cox
September 6, 2010
My Deepest Sympathy to the entire family. It was truly a pleasure to have known him.
September 5, 2010
So sorry for your loss. My prayer is that you be strong and take comfort in the promise of God concerning eternal life. Evelynn Newman, Atlanta
Monica Grier
September 5, 2010
Dr. B will be missed so much. His smile and sense of humuor that he shared and he was always right on everything.We Loved You Dr. B but GOD Loves You Best. R.I.P
Robbie Bronner
September 5, 2010
To the Borders family our prayers and deepest sympathy.
Dr.Borders Jr. leaves the powerful legacy of loving, serving, healing and witnessing the good news of the Gospel of Christ. We thank God for his great mission work and friendship.
The Bronner Family
Daryll Griffin
September 4, 2010
Lisa and Juel, your Father and Brother was a friend to our family and we will miss him! May you all find comfort in your warm memories of him.
Rest in peace Billy!
Daryll Harris Griffin and Family
September 4, 2010
My God's Holy Spirit strengthen and sustain your family during this difficult period of transition.
Drewnell Thomas
Karen Roper
September 4, 2010
To Lisa and the entire family:
May the Lord bless and keep you in His care at this time and in the days that lie ahead. Dr Borders touched many lives and set an example to stand for what was fair and equitable even when that was not popular or easy. I'm glad to have known him and his legacy will live on in those who remain. Peace and blessings to you all.
Karen W. Roper
Atlanta GA
Eunice B. Starke,LPN
September 3, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
September 3, 2010
Dr.Borders you will be missed may God bless you and your family. from Yolonda and Terry at the clinic.
we love you vanilla thriller
Wilmer Moore & Willie Dean Moore Billingslea
September 2, 2010
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Zina Miller
September 2, 2010
To the Borders' family I offer my deepest sympathy. Nevertheless, when I think of Dr. Borders a smile comes to my face. I recall when I first began working for Fulton County at the Helene S. Mills Facility. I stayed in my office, which was located in the rear of the dinning room. As the new person in the facility no one engaged me in conversation. Untill.......I met Dr. Borders. I will never forget I was wearing pink pants the day he first introduced himself to me. From that moment on he sought me out when he came to the facility and gave me the nick name "Pink Panther". It was because of his congeniality I never again had the feelings of a new person. He made me feel as though I belonged. In him I had a new found confidence that I was exactly where GOD wanted me to be. Dr. Borders will always hold a special place in my heart.
Richard Milliones
September 2, 2010
Many share the sadness of your loss. I have many fond memories of Dr. Borders.
Cherri Sawyer
September 2, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
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