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Barbara Borkowski Obituary
Sep 18, 2025
Age 87. Beloved wife of Louis Borkowski. Devoted mother of Jim, Barbara (Michael) Musial, Tracy (David) Johnston, Gary (Jennifer), LouAnn (Brian) Boersch. Grandmother of 9 and great grandmother of 1. Dear sister of Donald Ruehl. No prior visitation. A Mass of Christian of Burial will be celebrated on Saturday September 27, 2025 at 12 noon at St. Amelia's Church, 2999 Eggert Rd. Tonawanda, NY 14150. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Hospice Buffalo. Online condolences may be placed at www.TheDietrichFuneralHome.com
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Carol Pritchard
September 28, 2025
So sorry to hear the news of Aunt Barbara. She and Uncle Louie gave me a safe space to be at when I was young. As well as all you guys all with love. She and mom I'm sure have been catching up as well as with your Grandmother and Grandfather. Memories are flooding in my mind. Most that comes is the warmth, having tacos for the first time at kitchen table and best was the humor and laughter. Especially when mom's got together and talked about high school days. She was so good to my mom. Very very special person and angel now. She's never far away. Much love and peace to you all always and forever.
( Cousin not by blood, but mother's friendship) Carol Pritchard and siblings
Patricia L Franklin
September 21, 2025
At a time like this, so many thoughts and emotions come to mind, yet all are so difficult to put into words. Perhaps it's best to simply say how deeply others care and how sorry we are for your loss. Sincere Sympathy, Michael Pierro and Pat Franklin
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