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Edward Haggerty
September 6, 2019
Remembering Carl and his whole family with love and appreciation.
Fondly,
Ed Haggerty
Carolyn Godwin
September 6, 2019
Hard to believe you have been gone this long. Barbara really does see many joys in life even though she misses you so much. Be proud of her. When I think of you I think of how fun silly you could be. ❤. Love, Carolyn
Barbara Borg
September 11, 2016
Sept. 11th, Yes, today is 9-11 So many people died on 9-11 Sometimes I don't show how I feel because this is such a sad day for others. Yet, I too , lost the love of my life on this day in 2012. I missed him then , and I miss him still. Some day............
January 7, 2015
That look, That look, I miss that look! Those soft brown eyes that looked at me so lovingly!
September 11, 2014
Carl always brought me flowers all the years we were married. Now I post a rose for my sweetheart!
My Rose
September 11, 2014
Carl brought me flowers all the years we were married. Now I post one for him!
September 11, 2014
It was two years today since you went away! I miss your smile, I miss your voice, and I miss your hugs. I really miss you more each day.
Barbara Borg
April 19, 2014
Tears are falling like rain! Sometimes I can not stand the pain of losing you!
March 31, 2014
The Divide of Love
January 2, 2014 at 1:33am
Love is not young!
Love is not old!
Love is the greatest story ever told!
Life was filled with ecstasy!
Life was filled with fun.
But Time's eternal clock kept ticking,
My sweetheart had to run.
I missed him yesterday.
I missed him today.
He couldn't help it.
He had to go away.
Young love is taken for granted.
Old love is cherished more.
But when lovers are divided,
The heartaches hurt to the core.
Someday, I shall see his face.
Someday, he will walk through my door.
I'll never be alone again,
I'll love him for evermore................
By Barbara J. Borg
March 17, 2014
Remembering my sweetheart on St. Patrick's Day! We always had sooo much fun! May my love fly to heaven and may God hold him in the Palm of His Hand!
February 9, 2014
The Divide of Love
Love is not young!
Love is not old!
Love is the greatest story ever told!
I missed him yesterday.
I missed him today.
He couldn't help it.
He had to go away.
Young love is taken for granted.
Old love is cherished more.
But when lovers are divided,
The heartaches hurt to the core.
Someday, I shall see his face.
Someday, he will walk through my door.
I'll never be alone again,
I'll love him for evermore................
Barbara J. Borg---Happy Valentine's Day
January 4, 2014
Always remembering Carl, but especially as the New Year Begins Jan. 1914
October 4, 2013
" Keep Smiling" This was what Carl would say to family and friends, and so many people that he met!
October 1, 2013
Tell me not, in mournful numbers,
Life is but an empty dream!
For the soul is dead that slumbers,
And things are not what they seem.
Life is real! Life is earnest!
And the grave is not its goal;
Dust thou art, to dust returnest,
Was not spoken of the soul.
Not enjoyment, and not sorrow,
Is our destined end or way;
But to act, that each to-morrow
Find us farther than to-day.
Art is long, and Time is fleeting,
And our hearts, though stout and brave,
Still, like muffled drums, are beating
Funeral marches to the grave.
In the world's broad field of battle,
In the bivouac of Life,
Be not like dumb, driven cattle!
Be a hero in the strife!
Trust no Future, howe'er pleasant!
Let the dead Past bury its dead!
Act,— act in the living Present!
Heart within, and God o'erhead!
Lives of great men all remind us
We can make our lives sublime,
And, departing, leave behind us
Footprints on the sands of time;
Footprints, that perhaps another,
Sailing o'er life's solemn main,
A forlorn and shipwrecked brother,
Seeing, shall take heart again.
Let us, then, be up and doing,
With a heart for any fate;
Still achieving, still pursuing,
Learn to labor and to wait.
Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
Carl loved this poem and would recite it from memory, many times in the last 50 plus years.
jennifer giordano Imbroll
September 14, 2013
If all men were like you this world would be a better place.
Jennifer from Malta
September 11, 2013
I would like to live life all over again! It was such a great journey! Love this man forever! Eternal Love to my sweetheart!
carolyn godwin
September 11, 2013
The love you and barbara had goes on. I admire her because she really works hard to live a full life. You would be so proud of her. I am sure the angels above are getting fun from your sense of humor
Mary Supple
September 11, 2013
You live on in the hearts of so many! Proud that you are my cousin.
Love,
Mary
Mary Supple
September 11, 2013
You live on in the hearts of so many! Proud that you are my cousin.
Love,
Mary
September 10, 2013
To my husband.........I can't stop loving you, so I'll just live my life in dreams of yesterday! Your wife, Barbara
September 10, 2013
It has been a year since you went to your eternal home! I love you and miss you! Yes, soon, I will be with you again! Love Barbara
January 13, 2013
Cannot believe he has been gone for four months. My prayers are with you.
Love,
Mary
January 12, 2013
So many times I wish you were here! Love Barbara
January 3, 2013
You have been in my thoughts everyday since you went away! Love Barbara
January 2, 2013
Remember Carl as the New Year begins!
December 26, 2012
Forever Love!
December 14, 2012
Remembering Carl at Christmas Time!!!
jennifer Giordano Imbroll
November 12, 2012
you were a true hero
October 23, 2012
How fitting that Carl died on 9-11-12, we honor him and all those heroes of the first 9-11!!
October 20, 2012
Thank you Carl to a life dedicated to helping others!
Chief Borg's final last call!
October 17, 2012
Giving the flag to Carl's family!
October 17, 2012
What showing of respect from the firemen.
October 17, 2012
Firemen brought Carl to the church!
October 17, 2012
American flag flying between two ladder trucks.
October 17, 2012
October 12, 2012
It took a "village" to have hospice at our home for Carl. It took faith, family, friends and firemen. Two firemen (both retired and active) came everyday to help us. It was so beautiful to witness their love for Carl during his greatest hour of need.
Barbara Borg
October 10, 2012
Thank you for posting thoughts of my sweet husband Carl!! He was a brave but sweet and gentle man. I miss him and look forward to the day when I will see him again in Paradise. Forever Love, Barbara
Barbara Borg
October 10, 2012
I would like to thank everyone for their thoughts posted on this site. Yes, he was a brave but sweet and gentle man. I look forward to the day when we meet again in Paradise!
Jerry and Nancy Burton
September 18, 2012
So sorry to hear about your loss. We will always remember the large Borg family gatherings here in the neighborhood and know that he was the kind of man who helped create such a loving family. With love and prayers,
September 17, 2012
Barbara and family, I am sorry for your loss of Carl. He was one of my best friends at the WBFD. My fondest memories of staying up late at night talking about his Navy days and how much he loved his family. I will miss him so very much. Mike Pryor
Carl Borg, Jr.
September 16, 2012
I don't even know if any of you will come back to this site and check, but I wanted to get on and express my, and the whole family's, thanks for your condolences... it has been a tough week, but believe me when I say your thoughts, prayers and words have provided a true easing to our grief.
Steve Fante
September 15, 2012
Barbara and family. I'm sorry for your loss and I wasn't able to attend. My Dad (Bernie) and Carl shared so many laughs/good times. They were truly great friends and co-workers. Dad was so proud when Carl made Chief. He will always be remembered as a great man. Your all in our thoughts and prayers.
The Fante family.
Mike Madigan
September 14, 2012
As I have just returned from the funeral of Pat O'Rourke, one of our police officers, I know how those in the fire department must feel at the loss of a very beloved man.
I will never forget you.
Bev & Rob
September 14, 2012
Michael,
We extend our deepest sympathy to you and your family in the loss of your father.
Sandy Knierim
September 13, 2012
May the Lord bless you and keep you in the palm of his hand as you go through this difficult time in your lives. Uncle Carl was a great man and one of my very favorite uncles, always with a story or joke..he was a joy to be around. Sandy(Winter) & Larry Knierim
September 13, 2012
Another beautiful soul has left this world and so we mourn the loss of him. When we think of Carl, we remember his joy, faith, and devotion to his family, his friends, and his community. We loved Carl because, no matter what, he could always bring a smile to our faces - how rare a gift he was. For now, another soul has passed on to God's kingdom, but we know that he will greet us when our time comes; on that day we will smile and embrace him again. We miss you, Uncle Carl. Love, Ann Marie
Cecilia (Winslow) Tucker
September 13, 2012
Aunt Barbara, Carl, Michael, and Joseph,
I will miss Uncle Carl in many ways. My best memories are the funny stories he told and good times at my grandparents house and Uncle Leon's house. My parents send their condolences and are sad that they can't be there. I will continue to pray for you all.
Mary Supple
September 13, 2012
Dear Borg Family,
Grieving with you in your loss and praying for you. My
Daughter, Maggie, on learning of the date of Carl's death: there
must have been a parade of firemen waiting to greet him."
Love,
Mary Supple.
Maggie Supple
September 13, 2012
Dear Borg Family,
I have had heard many wonderful things about Carl from my mother! My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Condolences,
Maggie Supple
September 13, 2012
Michael, I am very sorry about the loss of your father. I know what a wonderful dad, grandfather and man he was from the stories you've shared over the years. My heart goes out to you and your family.
Your friends, Heather and Tim
Matt Majestic
September 13, 2012
I was deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Chief Borg. He was the man who hired me in West Bloomfield. He was always a pleasure to be around. He always had a moment to say hi, tell a joke, or some type of story relevant to whatever he saw you doing. He will always hold a special place in my heart. I can only imagine the story he had for St. Peter when he got to the pearly gates. I imagine it had something to do with some story about how they had to jump over some gate or fence back in Highland Park when he first got on the job. I loved that man of yours Barbara. He was something special.
Dan DeJohn
September 13, 2012
What a Blessing it is when you think back on a man's life that only great memories come flooding in. You will be truely missed by so many. Our prayers go out to you Barb, and all the rest of the family. All Our Love and Prayers, Dan and Diane DeJohn
September 13, 2012
r Barbara-Our hearts go out to you, boys & families. Carl will be forever in our prayers. Love,Ann (Gillies)Koch & Family. Durand,MI
Pete Becker
September 13, 2012
I never met Carl Sr, but I do feel like I know him from the stories Carl Jr has told over the years. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.
Frank Lesner
September 13, 2012
Dear Barbara & Family,
We'll always remember his smiling face and funny stories. Our hearts go out to you.
Frank, Alex & Allana
Jeff Leib
September 13, 2012
I was very sorry to read of the passing of Fire Chief Carl Borg. Carl was a kind and considerate leader who ran a wonderful department. He was a loyal employee of the Township of West Bloomfield and also participated in community activities as a former member of our Optimist Club. He will be missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him. To his family, I offer my heartfelt condolences.
Edward Haggerty
September 13, 2012
Dear Barbara and Family,
I am sorry I cannot be with you to offer my condolences in person. I have long appreciated being reconnected to the two of you after so many years ago in Highland Park. You are in my prayers.
Fondly,
Ed Haggerty
September 13, 2012
Dear Borg Family, We hope you realize how very much we loved Chief Carl. He was always so kind and polite right up until the end. We enjoyed many happy times with him and Barbara and he will surely be missed by all who knew him. My mother-in-law still has the cute little mouse trap with the painted mouse on it, in her kitchen. Such a talented man! Carl taught Jim everything that he would need to take over the job of Chief and he will forever be in his heart and mind. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. God Bless, Linda and Jim (Pop).
September 13, 2012
Michael - Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Working with you over the years we know how much family means to you. Thank you for sharing so many wonderful stories about your Father with us.
Your friends at CPI,
Sarah, Sue & Megan
John Whitt
September 13, 2012
So sorry for this great lost of a great man! It was a pleasure to work for and with. Will miss his smile and jokes! Prayers are sent to the Borg family.
Michael Janco
September 13, 2012
Carl - I also know what a great man your Dad was from the stories you had shared with us over the years. We also recall that picture of your Dad with the melted Fireman's hat to remind us of dedication. My prayers for you and your entire family.
God Bless.....Michael Janco Dallas, Texas
September 13, 2012
Barbara, our thoughts go out to you and your family at this difficult time. Hands down, he was the best and will truly be missed. Sorry we can't come down but know we are thinking of you. Mark and Gale LaFond
Veronika Shatsman
September 13, 2012
Carl, I am sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this hard time. Veronika Shatsman.
Paul Galea
September 13, 2012
Carl - I know what a great man your Dad was from the stories you shared over the years. Many prayers for you and your entire family. God Bless...Paul Galea
September 13, 2012
Our love to Barbara and her family. We have years and years of good memories of a wonderful husband, father and grandfather. May he rest in peace. Much love from Tom and Carolyn
Cindy Winter
September 13, 2012
Dear Borg family, i am sorry sorry for your difficult time, i loved uncle carl he was a very special and talented man. I am so happy that i got to share my 50th birthday with him, he made al of us girls laugh and have a blast!!! xxoo love to you always
September 12, 2012
What a kind and giving man the Chief was. I never saw him in a bad mood and he always had a smile and a joke to tell. It was always a pleasure to stop by Fire 1 and see him. He will be missed by a huge extended family. Jeff Matte
September 12, 2012
Joe & Stephanie,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this very difficult time.
Love, Bob & Donna Flewelling
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