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1915
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2009
Forrest Borgstedt Obituary
Funeral: 3 p.m. Friday at New World United Methodist Church in Arlington. Interment in Moore Memorial Gardens. Visitation: 4 to 6 p.m. Thursday at Moore Funeral Home.
Memorials: In lieu of flowers, if desired, donations may be made to New World United Methodist Church General Fund, 2201 N. Davis Drive, Arlington, Texas 76012.
Forrest was born Dec. 8, 1915, in Houston to Gustav and Edna Lindemann Borgstedt. He enlisted in the Navy in 1934 and served for 30 years and during World War II. He served in England, North Africa, and the Azores. Just prior to World War II, he was on patrol in the North Atlantic from Iceland to Murmansk, Russia, for one year, escorting the Merchant Marines who were delivering supplies to England and Russia. While on patrol, his biplane was downed in the icy waters north of Scotland and he was rescued by the USS Wichita. Forrest was also aboard the carrier USS Princeton for two tours during the Korean War. He was stationed at Subic Bay Naval Air Station, Philippines, a NATO base in Naples, Italy, as well as the Navy Bureau in Washington, D.C., and other stations during his Naval career.
Survivors: His wife of 54 years, Catherine Ball Borgstedt; daughters, Carol Borgstedt and Sarah Shelton and her husband, Mark; grandchildren, Matthew Espinosa, Lauren Espinosa and fiance, Langley Johnson, Nicole Curl and husband, Jeff, Kimberlee Shelton and fiance, Drew Lowry; great-grandchildren, Madison and Logan Curl; brothers, Donald G. and Dale Burgstead of St. Louis, Mo.; and extended family and friends.
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Chet Scheel
December 30, 2009
Catherine, et al:
Was unaware of Forrest's passing until I accidentally "googled" him today. Rest assured you all and he will be in my prayers.
WOW, memories come flooding back, Aunt Edna & Uncle Tom's home in Houston, the Weimaraner that someone else spoke of, seeing him passing through to and from the Deer Lease, always being a bit in awe of him as a result of his stature and carriage.
Going through some old pictures I recently found one of him beside a Cord that I assumed was his.
I always saw him as slightly "bigger than life." If y'all get the chance, would love to visit and catch up.
Peace and grace,
Chet
Mary Claire Holman Sullivan
April 10, 2009
Sarah, Carol and Mrs. Borgstedt,
I have such fond memories of growing up on Academy Drive. Even though we moved when I was in the 6th grade, Academy is where I have all the great memories. I remember hours of playing Jacks with Sarah on your front porch next to the big wicker chairs, going with you all to Carswell once when you went to shop as well as many late summer nights with all the kids playing and parents out visiting.
I cherish those times and wanted to offer my condolences to you all. My Mom had eye surgery on Tuesday and was really sorry that they couldn't be at the service. Our prayers are with you all.
Danny DeFrank
April 9, 2009
Well there's a whole lot flooding back to me about my memories of your dad. He was one of my finest car mentors for sure. i think i can remember them all. Then there were the dogs, the one I really knew, Rufus, that stunning red setter. I don't think your mother ever forgave me...and how little I was when I was afraid of the weimaraner.
I've been remembering wonderful things today about your dad Sarah.
The compass he gave me years ago has been, where I've been all my life, something I will always cherish.
Sam&Cindy Polk
April 9, 2009
What a great man and good neighbor. We'll miss him. Never forget him climbing around in the big tree out front, just a few years ago. Our prayers are with you all.
April 9, 2009
Sarah & family: You and your family are in my prayers in your time of sorrow. With the love of God, your family and friends,you will stay strong. You have my condolences. Donna G. Caciola Fort Worth, TX
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