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1928
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2018
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Esther Borkovetz Obituary
Sturgeon Bay - Esther A. Borkovetz, 89 years, of Sturgeon Bay passed away Saturday May 19, 2018 at the Skilled Nursing Center of Door County Medical Center with family at her side.
She was born December 23, 1928 in Walhein, WI, Scarborough, the daughter of the late Joseph and Esther (Freix) Dax. Following her graduation from high school Esther worked in the office at Morley-Murphy Company in Green Bay until her marriage. On September 24, 1949 she married Robert F. Borkovetz at St. Amand's Catholic Church in Walhein, WI. Robert preceded her in death on May 9, 2007. They farmed together after their marriage. Esther was proud of their chicken operation, that Robert automated the collection of eggs, raising over 2,000 chickens which were supplied to neighboring restaurants and food outlets.
Esther's greatest joy in life was her family and raising eight children. She was always supportive of her husband's endeavors and was a motivating force in his life, whether it be starting the construction business "Holiday Homes", the Sunshine House, or Jellystone Campgrounds, her influence was woven into every aspect of their life. Her loving devotion family really showed as she raised eight children, especially her care and concern shown to her son Jeff.
She was a member of Corpus Christi Catholic Church, and St. Ann's Society. Esther's personality made a great fit for the Red Hatters women's club. Esther loved flower gardening, finishing furniture, sewing, quilting, painting, making stained glass, and made beautiful, ornate family Christmas heirloom ornaments that will be enjoyed for many generations to come.
Her family includes, eight children, Tom (Julie), Jerry (Sally), Sandy Borkovetz, Bob (Barb), Rick (Heidi), Ken (Janel), John (Laura), Jeff; 24 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; sister, Myra Daul; brother, Larry (Carolyn) Dax; sister-in-law, Susan Dax.
Preceding her in death were her parents, Joseph and Esther Dax; and husband, Robert Borkovetz; infant sister, Doris; two brothers and sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Merle (John) Bilek, Donald (Verle), Joseph; brother-in-law, Robert Daul.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday (May 29, 2018) at Corpus Christi Catholic Church with Fr. Carl Schmitt officiating. Entombment will be at St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery Mausoleum.
Friends may call from 9:00 a.m. until the Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday May 29, 2018 at Corpus Christi Catholic Church. A rosary will be prayed at 9:30 a.m.
The family of Esther would like to thank the nursing staff at Skilled Nursing Facility for their compassionate care shown to our mother during her years there, and to the companionship of Donnie the cat at SNF.
Memorials may be made in her memory for Sunshine House.
Huehns Funeral Home, Inc. is assisting the family. Expressions of sympathy, memories, and photos of Esther may be shared with her family through her tribute page at www.huehnsfuneralhome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Esther Borkovetz
Sponsored by Huehns Funeral Home, Inc. & Door County Crematory LLC - Sturgeon Bay.
June 1, 2018
My sincere condolences for the loss of your loved one. May you find comfort in knowing that those who die God keeps in his memory because they are precious in his eyes.
Psalms 116:15
Donna Scattergood
May 29, 2018
Kirk and I are sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. She has certainly left a wonderful legacy through her family; many of whom we have had the privilege to meet and/or work with. We hold her and her family in the Light and send blessings. Warmly, Donna & Kirk Scattergood
May 25, 2018
So many long talks- she a great-grandma and I a young mom/she was straight-forward and kind. She sent soup when I had surgery and we exchanged cookies often...and even on my visits now, she still remembered and asked about my kids by name - 26 and 19 years after they were born...as well as filling me in-by name- on all of hers...kids/grands and great grands...she worked very hard to remember the wonderful details of your (and our) lives-amazing!
I've missed my neighbor and will miss my friend.
But her advice lives on in my house and her determined spirit in my heart.
Every year when I hang her hand made Reggie White Christmas ornament on the tree, I'll think of she and Bob.
We were blessed to know them.
Marcia and Ozz
May 23, 2018
Please accept my heartfelt condolences, may the God of comfort sustain you during this challenging time.
M C
May 23, 2018
I am truly and deeply sorry for your loss. My warmest condolences go out to the family and friends of Esther. May God of all comport Grant you peace and strength during this difficult time (psalm 29:11).
Michelle
May 23, 2018
May the God of all comfort grant you peace during this time. Phillipians 4:7 says, ...and the peace of God that surpasses all understanding will guard your hearts.
Bjm
May 23, 2018
To the Family: May you find strength to cope with the loss of your dearly loved one from the God of all comfort, who has promised to comfort and strengthen you during this difficult and sadden time of loss . 2 Cor. 1:3, & 4
May 23, 2018
Our condolences to the family. May God fulfill his promise of binding up the brokenhearted. Isa 61:1
May 23, 2018
My condiments to the family may you draw comfort from the hope that God give us at John 6:40
S H
May 23, 2018
May the God of all comfort strengthen the family during this time of deep sorrow. Those who pass on, God keeps in his memory because they are precious in his eyes. My sincerest condolences. (Psalms 116:15)
May 23, 2018
You have my deepest sympathy. May the Holy Scriptures give you hope, peace and comfort. 1Thes. 4:14
May 23, 2018
May you all have the strength you need at this time of sorrow, Phillipians 4:13.- Philadelphia.
May 23, 2018
May God give you peace himself constantly in every way and may he constantly be with all of you during this time. May you find comfort in the promise outlined at John 6:40.
May 23, 2018
My sincere sympathy to you for the loss of your loved one . May you find comfort in knowing that God cares when you are in pain .
SAS
May 23, 2018
Sincere condolences to the family of Esther, May Gods loving kindness comfort the family and give them peace. (1Cor.1:3)
Nancy Pryce
May 23, 2018
My sincere condolences to the family
May you draw close to God during this time of grief, He invites you to do so James 4: 8.
May 23, 2018
I am sorry for your loss. May prayer comfort you.
1 Thessalonians 5:17 "Pray constantly."
Lillian
May 23, 2018
Sorry to hear about the passing of your dear loved Esther. May the God of comfort comfort you and your family during this time.
May 23, 2018
I would like to express my heartfelt condolences to your family. May God's word help to heal your broken hearts and surround you in comfort (Isaiah 57:15,18).
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