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Michael Robert "Mike" Borgman

1954 - 2025

Michael Robert "Mike" Borgman obituary, 1954-2025, Yakima, Wash.

BORN

1954

DIED

2025

Michael Borgman Obituary

Surrounded by his loving family, Michael Robert "Mike" Borgman passed away peacefully in Yakima, Wash., on March 5, 2025, following a brief illness. Born on April 23, 1954, in Longview, Wash., Mike later moved with his family to Klamath Falls, Oregon, where he spent much of his youth hunting, fishing and exploring the outdoors throughout the Klamath Basin. After graduating from Klamath Union High School, Mike attended Southern Oregon College (now Southern Oregon University).

Always game for a new adventure, Mike did various things during his working career, including underwater welding on ships. He enjoyed a lasting interest in a wide range of subjects and co-authored two books on American politics during his retirement. Mike overcame life's obstacles without complaint through his perseverance, optimism and a healthy dose of irreverent humor. Spending time with his grandchildren was the highlight of his day. Mike is survived by his wife Patty; children Michele, Greg and John; nine grandchildren; mother Nancy; brothers Dick and Kelley; sister Cynthia; and many lifelong friends. There will be no service per Mike's wishes.

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Published by Herald And News on Apr. 12, 2025.

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Cathy Ronningen

July 31, 2025

I'm so sorry to hear about Mike. My late husband, Ron Ronningen was a close friend of Mike's throughout their childhood and when they were in college. Mike was fun and had a great sense of humor.
I send my love to the entire Borgman Family

George Demetrakos

April 16, 2025

I knew mike many years ago when he lived on Bartlett st. Bill Palmer and Greg Larson also lived on that street. Through the years we had a bunch of fun. Mike was a kind crazy guy. I haven't seen him for years but I have many fun memories of him.

Leslie demetrakos

April 12, 2025

Hey guys we send our love and condolences to you allLove, George and Les Demetrakos

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