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Melvin Borrin Obituary
He was born March of 1943 to Lillian (Blicher) Borrin and Julius "Jules" Borrin.
He was raised and educated in Montreal, Quebec, and moved to the United States in 1963. He graduated from Belknap College in 1967 with a bachelor of science in business administration and was the recipient of the 1967 Wall Street Journal Award for Economics. He was honored to become a U.S. citizen shortly after graduation.
Mel was a lifelong entrepreneur and business owner, most recently enjoying his charter boat "Latitude 43." He established his first company, Preferred Properties, 44 years ago. He followed up shortly thereafter by creating Preferred Vacation Rentals. Mel was president and principal of Preferred Management and Consulting Services and held the position of president of Secret Harbour Beach Resort, St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands, for 19 years.
Mel's professional memberships included the Lakes Region Board of Realtors (past member of the board of directors), Lakes Region Board of Realtors MLS (past president), N.H. Lodging and Restaurant Association (past board member and expo committee member); member, National Association of Realtors, N.H. Association of Realtors, International Real Estate Institute, New Hampshire Travel Council and the Caribbean Hotel Association.
Mel's volunteer work included the Lakes Region Tourism Association (board member, past president, current treasurer). Greater Ossipee Chamber of Commerce, Meredith Area Chamber of Commerce, Squam Lakes Chamber of Commerce (past board member) and Laconia Area Chamber of Commerce, Long Island Association, Center Harbor/Moultonborough Chamber of Commerce (past president), Town of Moultonborough (retired 15-year volunteer firefighter; town moderator for 28 years; Planning Board chairman and past board member), Red Hill Outing Club (past president), Governor Wentworth Regional School District (past board member), Moultonborough School District (chairman, past board member and moderator), Moultonborough Academy (chairman of the building committee), State of New Hampshire Moorings Appeal Board member, Lakes Region Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy Committee member, State of New Hampshire Right of Way commissioner, and Carroll County bail commissioner.
He loved and enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. Alpine skiing, boating, water sports, photography and racquetball were among his favorite pastimes.
Mel leaves his loving wife of 45 years, Tina (Crowe) Borrin, along with two sons, Eric of Dover and Mark of Moultonborough. He will be deeply missed by his daughter-in-law, Lori, of Moultonborough and his grandson, Evan, who is attending Purdue University. Mel leaves his brother, Joel, and sister-in-law, Hershene, of Atlanta, Ga.; and his brother, Carl, and sister-in-law, Sheri, of Rehoboth Beach, Del. He will be remembered by his five nieces, nephew and friends Jen Katz and Eli Grim.
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SERVICES: In lieu of flowers, please honor Mel's life by donating to the charity of your choice. An open house to celebrate Mel's life and accomplishments will be held Tuesday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the family residence, 75 Kona Bay Road, Moultonborough. Friends and community members are welcome. Mayhew Funeral Homes and Crematorium, Meredith and Plymouth, are assisting the family with arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
for Melvin Borrin
Nancy and Paul Wedge
September 5, 2022
Can´t believe it´s been 10 years since Mel passed. We have so many fond memories of our times together with the "top of the hill gang". We are grateful to have had Mel and Tina as our friends!
Our sincere thoughts and heartfelt wishes to Mel´s family.
Nancy and Paul Wedge
Caroline Stacey
October 1, 2011
Tina, Eric and Mark ...I heard today that Mel had passed and am so very sorry for your loss...Mel was an amazing man who had such a positive influence in my life. He made me believe that if you thought you could you would. As a nurse working with juveniles it is still the one belief I aim to pass on to every child. My condolences to you all. Caroline
Ken & Leslie Putney
September 19, 2011
We were deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Mel Borrin who married us on Aug 6th, 2011. He was a great person and made our wedding such a wonderful celebration on his yacht, the Latitude 43. Our deepest sympathy go to his wife and family.
Lizz Mehegan
September 17, 2011
Dear Tina, Mark and Eric ~ I just saw today that Mel passed away and I am so sorry for your loss. I always enjoyed chatting with Mel... I loved his humor and his wisdom. He was such a vital part of the Lakes Region community and will be missed by many.
With sympathy.
Linda Lianos
September 16, 2011
Dear Borrin Family - I am sorry for your loss. Mel was one of a kind. I have fond memories of him during my 23 years of living and working in Moultonborough.
September 15, 2011
Dear Borrin Family:
We were shocked and saddened by the news of Mel's death. He'll be greatly missed by the Town of Moultonboro as well as his friends. Our condolences to you all.
Karin & Keith Nelson
September 15, 2011
Tina,Eric,Mark and family,we were very sorry to hear of Mel's passing.He was a friend to everyone who knew him.he will be missed greatly by all.Our love and prayers are with you.Fred Mollins And Family
Ralph Rubino
September 14, 2011
Tina, Mark and Eric,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during these difficult times. I remember meeting Mel back in 1980’s when we first brought our vacation house on Lake Winnie. It was a pleasure to know him and to watch him grow Preferred Vacation Rentals. Although we lived in NY and TX, each time I visited NH, I would see Mel in one of the local restaurants or at his office. Our conversations were always to the point as Mel was busy but he allowed enough time to re-acquaint our friendship.
Rest in Peace ?????
Ralph and Susan Rubino
Austin, TX
Laura Lutkus
September 14, 2011
Mel,
You always have and alwayws will be an amazing man with a kind soul. My heart goes out to your wife, Lori, Mark, and Evan. You all are in my thoughts. Needless to say it will be different not seeing you around. May you Rest in Peace
Kelly Bryer
September 14, 2011
Know that we think about you a lot these days. Mel was a great man who accomplished great things. He had a huge impact on all who knew him and the entire region. I will never forget our trips on the Latitude 43 and his generosity. Thank you for sharing him with the rest of us.
Rich Young
September 14, 2011
Sorry for your loss, and sorry for our community. I must admit that I have a little time on my hands at the BPCC gatehouse, that being said, I've read a few obituaries. This was an amazing man, with a long impressive list of accomplishments.
Rich Young, Moultonborough, NH
Kevin and Diane Campbell
September 13, 2011
Tina, Mark, Lori, Evan and family and friends at Preferred,, Mel was a great guy. We all feel your loss. We will miss seeing him everywhere. He was a big part of so many lives here in the Lakes Region and it will be hard without him. Hopefully he knew how much he was appreciated within our community. We have a lot to be thankful for because of him. Thinking of you all.
Warren Journay
September 13, 2011
Mark,
I was very surprised and saddened to learn of Mel's death. You and your family are in Karen's and my thoughts and prayers.
Pat Blackadar
September 13, 2011
September 13, 2011
Dear Tina, Eric and Mark,
When you've lost the very best, the pain is all the more unbearable. But bear it you can with the love of the good family support that surrounds you.
Stand tall for Mel.
Marilyn Friedman
September 13, 2011
Tina, I am so sorry to hear of Mel's passing. I miss seeing you and remember fondly many fun times that our families had together with the Coopers. My thoughts and sympathies are with you.
Judy Dingman
September 13, 2011
Dear Tina, Eric, Mark, Lori and Evan,
It is with great sadness that I read about Mel's passing. His presence and his thoughtful caring have impacted so many lives. The town, the school, the real estate community and his friends and colleagues all benefit from his hard work, leadership and perseverance. Mel will never be forgotten.
Love and God's blessings to all.
Chip & Jen Bollinger
September 13, 2011
Dear Tina, Eric and Mark,
Very sorry to hear about Mel. I personally believe that the paths we take have far more of an impact on our lives, and the lives of others, than the destinations themselves; MEL left a small wake along his. He'll be missed. If the clock tower was still on the Carriage House I'd climb up there and ring it a few more times; I'm pretty sure he'd hear it. Our thoughts are with you.
Brian Blackadar
September 13, 2011
If a battle of words were to arise, Mel was a nice guy to have on your side. All good memories of Mel.
Dave Terlemezian
September 13, 2011
Eric-
We were terribly sorry to hear about the passing of your father. Best wishes and you have our deepest sympathy.
Dave, Carolann, and Zach
Christine Blackadar
September 13, 2011
I'll never forget Red Hill and out on the lake skating - kindness and gracious host/ess.. Dear Eric and Mark, your parents are wonderful. You are Blessed.
September 12, 2011
Dear Tina,Eric,Mark and Family,
Our hearts are heavy with sadness in learning of Mel's passing.Mel was the first person Tom and I met when we came to Moultonboro looking for a new place to live.We have so many wonderful memories of Mel most involve great laughter.We treasure these memories and hope that we may share them with you later on.our thoughts are with all of you.Babs and Tom
September 12, 2011
Dear Tina and family, Fred and I are so sorry to hear about Mel, we cannot tell you how sad this news was to hear. We both send our love and prayers to you and your family. warm regards Fred & Donna Nashawaty.....
Joe and Allison Vosgershian
September 12, 2011
Tina, Mark, Eric, Lori and Evan: Words cannot express the sadness in learning of the loss of Mel. He has forever left an impression on my heart and those of our community. You are all in our thoughts.
May all the wonderful memories help you cope during this time.
Ann Davis-Allan
September 12, 2011
Dear Tina, Eric, Mark and Family, sending our love to you at this time.
Ann Davis-Allan, Tina's first cousin
Marblehead, MA
Ken & Meg Greenbaum
September 12, 2011
Dear Tina, Eric, Mark & Family,
Meg and I are so sorry about your loss. Mel's passing is not only a loss to your family, but also a great loss to the community. Please know that our thoughts are with you and that Mel's loss is felt by so many of us in the community.
Nancy and Paul Wedge
September 12, 2011
Dear Tina, Eric, Mark and family, You are all in our hearts at this very sad time. You and Mel were among the first friends we met when we moved to Moultonborough many years ago, and we will miss Mel very much.
September 12, 2011
Tina, Mark, Lori & Evan: So sorry to here about Mel. You are in our prayers. Cathy, Dave, Shane and David Pounder
John Bolton
September 12, 2011
Mark,
Sorry to learn of the passing of your father.
Kelli Mills
September 12, 2011
Mark..very sorry to hear of the passing of your father. My condolences to you and your family during this difficult time.
Kelli (Hawkins) Mills
September 12, 2011
Dear Tina and family,
As you know, Mel was such a part of our
lives for many years, and we are in
shock to hear of his passing. He was
such a great friend, counselor, business partner when we were all at
Jonathan's Landing, etc. There are not
enough kind words in the dictionary to
describe how wonderful Mel was. Our
thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Joyce and Steve Ives
September 12, 2011
Tina, Eric and Mark - Mel was one of a kind, an original, the "real deal". He will be sorely missed by a lot of people. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
- John, Mary Beth, JD and Laura Clifford
September 12, 2011
Tina, I don't have to tell you how much the Molburg family's close association with you and Mel meant to me during the "Belknap College" days. We all share in your family's grief and hope the good memories of those days will serve you well during this sad time.
Cynthia Molburg
Judi Leavitt
September 12, 2011
Tina, Eric, Mark and family members: I am so very sorry to hear of Mel's passing. He certainly was a huge presence in many lives and certainly was in mine. Tho he will be missed by many, he will be remembered for the part he played in their lives. Bless you all.
Leslie Davis Sturgeon
September 11, 2011
There is so much I could say about Mel and the difference he made in my life, but I will sum it up by saying ... Mel made everyone he encountered and everything he touched better. He will always have a special place in my heart.
Sending much love to the Borrin family.
Elizabeth Morin and family
September 11, 2011
Our love is sent out to Tina, Eric, Mark and Lori. Mel will be missed in this community. He will live on in our hearts and all of our memories. Love to you all!
Biddy Irwin
September 11, 2011
Dear Tina and family. I am so sad to read of Mel's death. I can't believe it was just last October when we all had a good laugh and drink together. You are in my heart and prayers
Alice Russell
September 11, 2011
Our thoughts are with the Borrin family. May your memories of Mel bring you peace. He will be missed. The Russell family, Alice,Lenay & Tracy
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