Linda Lee Borchardt

Linda Borchardt Obituary

Linda Lee Borchardt (6-8-1937 to 11-4-2007) Linda Lee Borchardt was called home by her Savior Sunday, Nov, 4, 2007 at home in Meridian, Idaho. Linda was born June 6, 1937 in Rupert Idaho. She traveled the states in her early years with her family. She was an only child and was adopted to her Aunt and Uncle William and Eleanor Tyson who she lovingly called Mom and Dad, caring for them until their passing. She also cared for her natural mother and stepfather, Clara and Raleigh Lilywhite who passed prior to her adoptive parents. Linda married Donald Borchardt April 25, 1955 in Rupert where they made their home until moving in 1998 to Meridian. They were devoted to each other! Don and Linda had four children Donald (Kristie) Borchardt, now residing in Greenriver Wyo., Sheri (Ron) Basabe of Donnelly, Mike (Nancy) Borchardt of Meridian and Stephen who proceeded her in death. Linda was a homemaker, a retired Dietary Technician and Quality Assurance Professional for the developmentally disabled. She was so talented in so many venues that it would be easier to simply say she drew the line at brain surgery though given enough yarn she would have given it a shot. A close second to her love for Don and her family was the love she had for her flowers and the birds that they enticed to visit. Linda loved people, all people. She gave all and we loved her for it. Miss her? Our hearts are broken but I have found some solace in knowing that she holds the pieces of my heart in her hands and that's enough. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday Nov. 8, 2007 at the Assembly of God Church. The church is located in Rupert at the intersection of 4th and H streets. Pastors Rusty Huwa and Jerry Schneider will be officiating. Burial will be at the Rupert cemetery immediately following the service. Friends may call at Hansen Mortuary, Rupert Chapel, from 6-8 p.m. on Wednesday and/or at the church one hour prior to the service on Thursday. Look in their eyes and know that she is not far from us. Grandchildren: Jacob and Jonathon Borchardt Evan, Garid, Dane and Thye Basabe Matthew and Amanda (wart) Borchardt Great Grandchild: Emma Lyne

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Published by Idaho Statesman on Nov. 6, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for Linda Borchardt

11 Entries

Teresa Gonzales

November 8, 2007

I will always remember Linda as a very unique and special lady--always giving and never asking of anything in return. She had a way of making others feel special--I know she never missed an opportunity to come see us whenever we'd visit Boise, which made me feel special. Her zest for life, love of the outdoors, and the joy that family/friends brought to her life will forever stand out in my mind. Linda was an exceptional lady--I'll truly miss her. My deepest sympathies to all who loved her.

Sophia Giles

November 7, 2007

Grandma, I love you sooo much, you did so much for us. Thank you for the homemade Barbie Doll clothes, your memory will stay in my heart forever. Love Sophia

Ana Giles

November 7, 2007

I miss my grandma very much.I enjoyed talking with her.I think she was very generous too, she gave me beautifull barbie doll clothes and she always had treats for me and my sister. Grandma Borchardt was very kind and fun to be around. I also had fun at BB-Q's with her. I am sad she is not with us anymore but I am happy that she is in a better place. Love, Ana

Donnie Borchardt

November 7, 2007

What I will miss most is her support and her belief that life was a challenge worthy of best effort. She had time for us all..........the lost and the found.
I will miss the late night phone calls that made all things look a whole lot less ominous than I believed things were.
She will be missed by all she touched and those that called her mom, grandma or friend. I am the lucky one she is my mom...
Go with God mom I am sure your compassion and enduring love will be welcomed with open arms as you enter the Kingdom of Heaven.

Donnie

Mike Borchardt

November 7, 2007

Thank you for your thoughts and prayers. I am a momma's boy who has lost his momma... Like JT put it, She had the power to go where no one else could find me and could silently remind me of all the happiness and good times ahead... I will miss her... she was my hero.

God Bless and thank you all.

Mike

Robbie Giles

November 6, 2007

I have known and loved Linda for a very long time. I have too many memories to share in this space so I will try to put it all together in a short blurb. I worked with Linda for several years and I know she never met a child or disabled adult that she did not adopt emotionally. My two girls, Ana & Sophia called her Grandma, one of my best friends called her Mom, I called her both! I am blessed to have known her, blessed to have had the opportunity to work with her and witness her love of others regardless of their circumstances. I know in my heart God will find a very special place in Heaven, deserving only of a very special Lady! My heartfelt condolences to the immediate family and her very large extended family... God Speed Linda, Love Robbie

Cousin, Naomi Pfnister

November 6, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with each of you as we remember an energetic lady who spent her life "mothering" those around her. One of my first memories when I received the news of her passing was that of being a candle lighter in Don and Linda's wedding.

Michelle Ekleberry

November 6, 2007

I am glad that I had the chance to know Linda. She was a very special person,and I injoyed talking to her when she was with us. I will miss her dearly.

St.Lukes ACU

Kirkland Randolph

November 6, 2007

I seen Linda Fri. for her Remicade visit and I will cherish the times that I got to visit with her and hear her talk of Don and her family. I am at a loss and will deeply miss her. She was a great one to see when she was in our Ambulatory Care Unit.

mary kellogg

November 6, 2007

LINDA WAS A VERY SPECIAL CUSTOMMER OF OURS AT THE SUNRISE CAFE IN MERIDIAN, WE WILL MISS HER CHARM AND FRIENDSHIP. MARY, JOHN,& PENNY.

David and Nancy Borchardt

November 6, 2007

We deeply loved Linda and we will miss her. Being around Linda only enriched our lives. She was so very special.

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