Thomas Aquinas Borai

1934 - 2021

Thomas was called by his heavenly Father on March 23, 2021. He was born on November 1 1934 in Pittsburgh, Pa. to Joseph Edward and Marie Maryann (Roche) Borai who preceded him in death along his with Brother Joseph Borai and Sisters Maryann Gallagher and Ruth Fullen. In 1959 he married his bride Bernadine Ann (Szazynski) with whom he spent over 61 wonderful years until her passing on February 24, 2021, just a short month ago. Together they had three sons, Robert Borai husband of Laurie Of Novi, Michigan, Joseph Borai husband of Kimberly of Lower Providence, and James Borai husband of Michele of Upper Providence. He is survived by Grandchildren Christopher Borai husband of Laura of Phoenixville, Dustin Borai of Lower Providence, Timothy Borai husband of Jessica of Virginia Beach, VA. Amiel Borai husband of Corrine of Harleysville, Chloe Borai of Novi Michigan, and Caoilainn Borai of Upper Providence. He is also survived by a Great Grandson Roman Borai of Phoenixville. There are also Step Grandsons Anthony Forbes and Nicholas Gardy, Step Granddaughters Tiffany Forbes and Jennifer Unger and Great Grandsons Austin, Roman, Silas and Phoenix many nieces and nephews. Thomas was in the United States Navy from 1953-1957 and was commissioned to the USS Forrestal. He served his country during the Korean and beginning of the Vietnam Wars. He was stationed in Virginia Beach. Thomas was a Salesman for over 46 years for Skill and Bosch Companies. He had an extensive career in Politics, as he was a Lower Providence Township Supervisor for over 8 years, and served for 5 years as a Zoning Board Member. As a Lifelong Republican he serviced his community with fairness, honesty, and integrity. Known for being an Avid Steelers Fan, he was also a member of the Montgomery County Umpires Association for 51 years, and a Ball Player for the Mongrels Team. Tom was a generous, kind, and supportive person who never faulted to extend a compliment or donation to anyone he met. A mass will be held 11 am on Tuesday, March 30, 2021 at Visitation Blessed Virgin Mary Church 196 N. Trooper Rd., Eagleville, Pa. 19403. A viewing will be from 9:45 to 10:45 am at the church. Burial will be 10 a.m. April 5, 2021 at Washington Crossing National Cemetery, 830 Highland Rd, Newtown, Pa. 18940 Arrangements are made by Szpindor-Meyers Funeral Home, 101 N. Park Ave, Trooper, Pa. 19403 Condolences may be made by visiting www.meyersfh.com