Photo courtesy of Burke-Tubbs Funeral Home - Freeport
Sep 14, 1948 - Nov 5, 2011
Sorry for your loss - have many fond memories of times with Joe during our younger years. Take care.
Dave & Judy Wolfe
November 10, 2011
My Dad (Paul Gould) told me of Joe's passing today. I worked at No. IL Harvestore one summer during college and Joe was always very kind to me, with that great smile of his. My thoughts are with you the family, and truly, may Joe rest in peace.
Michael Gould
November 10, 2011 | Atlanta, GA
To the family of Joseph Borsdorf.
Della Mae and I extend our most sinsere sympathy to the family of Joe Borsdorf as he was someone special to all of us.His father,mother and grandparents were long time friends of our family. His Father,Gene, was one especially close to me as a longtime friend and golfing buddy.
Burrill
November 10, 2011 | Stockton, IL
I was so sorry to hear this news. I remember fondly spending time at the Borsdorf farm growing up and all of Anita's brothers and sisters. I always thought she was so lucky to have such a large, wonderful family and truly enjoyed every time I got to "stay over". All except the cream on the milk straight from the barn (city kid!). I send my deepest sympathy to all and have you in my thoughts and prayers.
Kathy (Magee) Kreul
November 10, 2011 | Highland, WI
Our heartfelt condolences to Deborah and the entire family. Really sorry for your loss. We had the pleasure of meeting Joe at the neighborhood parties during your stay in Freeport. We remember him as a warm and kind person. We are shocked to learn about his death. May his soul rest in peace.
Diana and Patrick Fernandes
November 09, 2011 | Freeport, IL
Our deepest sympathy to our dear friend, Joan, and the entire Borsdorf family on your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
Jim & Kathy Steele
November 09, 2011 | East Peoria,, IL
Our deepest sympathy to you and your
family at this time of your loss. Our
thoughts and prayers are with you.
Gary & Kathleen (Borsdorf) Magee
Kathleen Magee
November 09, 2011 | La Habra Hts., CA
My thoughts are with all of you. Joe was a classmate I fondly remember.
Tom Nagel
November 09, 2011 | Paris France
My deepest sympathy to the Borsdorf family . I will remember Joe for all the good times I had with him and his buddy's !!!! Doc , Denny, and the Burke boys John and Bobby god bless his family
Tim Spellman
November 08, 2011 | FL
Joseph Ralph Borsdorf, 63, passed away on Saturday, Nov. 5th, 2011 in his home in Kent, Illinois. Joseph was born in Freeport on September 14th, 1948, to Mary Jane (Rowe) and Eugene Borsdorf. Joe grew up with a passion for agriculture and a love for the land. He graduated from Southern Illinois University in 1971, with a Bachelors degree of Science in Agriculture. On June 28, 1975 Joe married Deborah Isaac in Stockton, Illinois. He founded or was the proprietor of several area agribusinesses including Steele Systems, Northern Illinois Harvestore and Northwest Implement. He also served as a former president of the chamber of commerce and was a member of Kiwanis. Survivors include his wife, his children; Jason Borsdorf, Erin Borsdorf, Bridget Borsdorf and Elizabeth Brown. His siblings; Joan (Walter) Ruppman, Ann (Rex) Martin, William (Mary) Borsdorf, Marian (Don) Biehn, Ellen (Dennis) Gage, Anita (Olav) Messerschmidt, and Fred( Lynda) Borsdorf. Joe was preceded in death by his parents and one sister. Above all, Joe enjoyed spending time on his farm and working his two favorite horses, Silky and Satin. He was an avid hunter, enjoyed playing golf and traveling to the Gulf Shores, Alabama area. A celebration of life will be held, from 4:00-7:00 P.M. on Thursday, November 10th at Burke-Tubbs Funeral Home in Freeport. A church service will be held, at 11:00 A.M. Friday, November 11th, at Holy Cross Catholic Church in Stockton. In lieu of flowers a memorial has been established for FHN Memorial Hospital and the Freeport School District Community Fund. Please sign the guestbook at ww
Read More