Richard M. Borst

Dear Edna, Mark,Shannon,Debbie,Floyd, and Lindsay,

What a legacy as a husband, father, father in law, grandfather and substantive human being Richard made to the those he touched.

I remember meeting him only once, but at what a time...and as we met, under the most challenging circumstances for him, he reached out to me with such empathy and grace, and I felt his strength, power, intelligence, wit and humor. And with some of you, his family, right there by his side, he talked...

Edna, Mark and Shannon
I'm sending my deepest sympathy for your loss of Mr. Borst. I know he will be deeply missed. Eventhough I didn't have much contact with him, when I did, he was the most pleasant person at all times. You all are in my prayers.

Dear Edna, Mark,Shannon,Debbie,Floyd, and Lindsay,
My most vivid memory of Dick, was at Mark and Shannon's rehearsal dinner. He stood and made a speech about not only gaining a daugter-in-law, but if we would allow him, he would like to adopt all of us since Dad was not here. That touched my heart and I have retold that story many times. To welcome my sister into their family was wonderful, to welcome all of us was an example of the generosity of the heart of the man. We were blessed to...

Mark, Shannon and Borst Family,
We are saddened by the news of Dick's passing. We know how loved he was by all and how much he will be missed. Remember, he will live in your hearts for all time and eternity. Please know that we are here for you in this difficult time and contact us if you need anything at all. We love you !!

Dear Mark, Shannon and Family,
This note comes with our deepest sympathy and our most sincere prayers for you all. Although, we can not be there in person,know you are close in our hearts.God IS there in Person and He who is the God of all comfort, will never leave you nor forsake you. Rest in Him. He will see you through.
Loving You,
Mom and Dad Strawder & Family

Mark & Family:

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of loss. If there is anything we can do in this time of bereavement please don't hesitate to call us.

Mark & Shannon,
We are so sorry for the loss of your Dad. Know that at this difficult time that you are in our thoughts and prayers. We are here for you in your time of need and always.

Edna,
Please accept our heartfelt Sympathy for the loss of your beloved husband, Dick. It was both a pleasure and honor to have known him and enjoy his sense of humor.

Dear Edna, Debbie and Mark, Bruce and I are saddened to learn about Dick's passing. Please accept our heartfelt sympathy and know our prayers are with you.
We will always remember Dick as our "Best Man".

Love Joni and Bruce Wilber