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Susan Borman Obituary
Susan Borman
Susan Borman lived an unselfish, courageous life, fought a long, valiant battle with Alzheimer's and died on Sept. 7, 2021, as always, a committed Christian, wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She was the very best in every category and we miss her more each day.
Cremation has taken place and Susan will be interred at West Point at a later date.
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Anonymous
July 28, 2024
I used to be a CNA that took care of her and that was a long time ago, when I heard she passed it broke me.. I loved her so much and her husband is a wonderful man I miss her so much so so much she'll be a patient ill never forget
Enzo Alda
September 6, 2023
I am not a friend or even an acquaintance of the family, and yet ...
On the eve of the second anniversary of the passing of Susan Borman, just 10 days after the passing of Marilyn Gerlach Lovell, I want to reflect on the powerful message that the "wives of Apollo 8" could send to future generations, if only our media and education system cared to honor the history of the "Moonshot", along with the sacrifices and emotional hardship endured by the families involved.
Apollo 8 was the most daring mission of the Apollo program: a mission full of "firsts". The wives of the astronauts understood the risks very well. It wasn't easy on them, but they stayed strong for the sake of their families and their country. No need to say more: people here know the story. But I didn't ... until 1993, aged 34. That's when I started buying biographies of the astronauts, just a few months after coming to America. I did not learn this from TV and magazines, and my own "polling" suggests that our school system barely mentions the "Moonshot".
Valerie Anders is the last "wife of Apollo 8" still with us. After the passing of Jim McDivitt (Apollo 9) last year, Apollo 8 is the last Apollo crew left "intact". Perhaps more remarkable in all this, all the "couples of Apollo 8" stayed married, as long as they could, and maybe beyond that.
I believe that is an example that should be mentioned in schools.
- Just a kid who followed all the televised Apollo missions from afar
- American by Choice since 2002
Enzo Alda
December 29, 2022
The little I know about Susan Borman I know from reading "Carrying the Fire", by Michael Collins, and doing some research after that. What I learned is more than enough for me to feel deep gratitude and respect for her and her family. As an immigrant to the land of the free, deeply inspired by the Apollo program in my childhood, I was saddened to learn about her passing. My condolences to the Borman family.
Jim Lankford
April 24, 2022
The ultimate team-player.
My thoughts are with the Borman Family.
susan Ruby
March 20, 2022
I am deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Aunt Susan. May she now rest in peace.
Diane and Bruce Dietsch
March 15, 2022
Our prayers and thoughts are with Frank, his sons and their families. So very sorry to hear of Susan's passing.
Gerald Blackburn
February 11, 2022
Col Borman, I would like to share with you and your family my deepest sympathy for your loss. I was also A member of Team Apollo and we are no strangers to grief and heartache and loss. The emotional and personal sacrifices of the thousands of men and women and families who supported the program is silent legacy to future generations. I lost my wife in 2021 as well and understand now that the greatest gift and benefit of our exploration efforts are the personal lessons learned that we must now share to honor the memories of our spouses and children who were our real motivation for success. God Bless our wives and families, the Apollo Team silent majority.
Joan and Dick Capen
December 21, 2021
We first met Frank and Susan when Frank returned in early 1969 from his historic flight around the moon. Later we lived near the Bormans in Miami. Susan was a loving, patient and gracious person. Full of Faith in the Lord, Full of a patriotic fervor alongside her husband and a wonderful mother. She fought a very brave fight in recent years with Frank at her side surrounding her with love and prayer. What a legacy they share. The two were inseparable, just as they know they will be in Heaven.
With our Love and Respect.
Joan and Dick Capen
La Jolla, California
Christmas 2021
Donny Griffin
November 10, 2021
Col Borman, so sorry to hear of the passing of your beloved wife Susan. I wish you the best in this difficult adjustment to your life. Will always admire your work and dedication. Carl Schneider told me this news yesterday. We will say prayers for you.
Natasha
November 1, 2021
I was blessed to take care of her when I worked as a CNA I absoultly loved her, and her soul was so beautiful, frank sure was a lucky man. She will forever be missed and loved
Dot and Walter Cunningham
September 19, 2021
Sending love and our deepest sympathy to Frank and the entire family. May you find peace during this painful time knowing how much you all loved each other. As Susan rode the wings of Angels to heaven she took all your love and precious memories with her. RIP Susan!
Rena Erickson (Knapp)
September 18, 2021
Susan was lovely. My deepest sympathy goes out to Susan's family.
Kind regards,
Reverend Cynthia Seddon
September 15, 2021
Prayers for the family. I valued the opportunity to take the sacrament of Holy Communion to Susan when I lived in Billings.
Richard Laitinen
September 12, 2021
Esther and I offer our prayers to Frank and his family over Susan passing. We remember her joyous laugh and always happy mood.
Arthur & Carol Bennett
September 11, 2021
Our prayers to all the Borman extended family. When I think of my childhood your family is often a major part of it and our mothers the lead characters.
She will be missed and forever remembered. You are all in our thoughts and prayers during this very sad time.
the Kramlick Family
September 11, 2021
We are so sorry for your loss. Susan was an amazing woman and she lit up the room with her presence. She always had a smile on her face. She will be deeply missed and forever remembered. You are all in our thoughts and prayers during this very difficult and sad time.
Ned and Barb Moore
September 11, 2021
We met Frank and Susan Borman briefly in 2010.
What an incredible couple. What a grand Lady.
We hold Frank and the rest of the family in our prayers.
Monica Leon
September 10, 2021
I knew Susan briefly, and wished I had the opportunity to know her better. What a beautiful, strong and brave soul she was. My prayers for her soul and all her loved ones.
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