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1932
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2016
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Robert Borland Obituary
age 84, of Canton and formerly Malvern, died Sunday, Dec. 4, 2016 in the Canton Christian Home. He was born May 16, 1932 in Carrollton to Lloyd and Helen (Robbins) Borland. He retired from Diebold in 1984 after working for 33 years and worked in law enforcement for over 20 years. He attended the North Industry Christian Church. He is a US Army Korean War Veteran and a member of the Carrollton VFW, Game Reserve Club, NRA, Brown Twp. Sportsman's Club, Alliance Rifle Club, and Stark Gun Collectors Inc. He was also the Sexton for Brown Township, for Bethlehem Cemetery retiring in 2001 and a former volunteer for the Malvern Fire Dept.
He is survived by his wife, Elsie (Klotz) Borland whom he married June 12, 1955, daughter, Kathy (Mike) Rutledge of Richville, son, Scott (Marcy) Borland of Malvern, three sisters, Mary (Harry) Hill of Carrollton, Alta Owens of Carrollton, Lois Jean (Ivan) Krimas of Dalton, three brothers, Roy (Lana) Borland of Massillon, Jay (Linda) Borland of Malvern, Donald (Helen) Borland of Dennison and three grandchildren, Ty Rutledge and fiance, Caroline of Miami, Fla., Kyle Rutledge of Richville and Kayla Borland of Cincinnati, two sisters-in-law, Jean Borland of Louisville and Billie Borland of Freeport. He is preceded in death by three sisters, Ethel Stillion, Cindy Borland and an infant sister, and three brothers, James and Frank Borland and an infant brother.
Following cremation, a memorial service with military honors will be held Saturday at 3 p.m. in the North Industry Christian Church with Mr. Steve Kimbrel, Mr. Jeff Franks and Mr. Ron Iwanusa officiating. Calling hours will be two hours prior to services from 1-3 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the North Industry Christian Church or the Canton Christian Home. Those wishing to send condolences may sign the online register at www.gotschallfuneralhome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Robert Borland
December 12, 2016
Aunt Elsie and family,
Thinking of you all during this time.
That's a great photo of Uncle Bob.
May your holidays be a celebration of all the wonderful memories of his long life.
with love, Arlena
Cindy Guest
December 11, 2016
Elsie,
Your are in my thoughts and prayers for your loss. Take care
December 10, 2016
Elsie, Kathy, and Scott
Our prayers and thoughts are with you during this difficult time. Keep your memories close to your heart and cherish them forever. May God bless all your families.
Love Tom, Cindy, and Jeanie Rock
Jim & Sheryl (Offenberger) Vandegrift
December 10, 2016
Elsie, Kathy, and Scott
Our deepest sympathy to all of you. Bob was a wonderful man and a good neighbor to me and our family. He never hesitate to help when there was a need. His warm smile would light up a room. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Much love to all of you.
December 9, 2016
Sending our sincerest sympathy. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Bill and Debbie Bonk
December 9, 2016
So sorry for your loss,Elsie and family Polly Dennis
Jerry & Teri Foster
December 9, 2016
Elsie, Kathy, Scott & Family,
Our deepest and heartfelt sympathy goes out to all of you. Bob was an amazing friend and neighbor for many years. Always there to lend a helping hand when needed. Heaven has gained a truly special angel. Much love & warm hugs........
Angela, Ted and TJ Kulfan
December 8, 2016
Elsie and family,
Bob was one of a kind, a very special man that we feel very blessed to know. He brightened a room with his stories, and we were always enthralled with all the things he built, fixed or made better with his creative ingenuity! Elsie, you and Bob are the epitome of good people. We are so sorry for your loss, he will be missed.
Bill & Darletta Shank
December 8, 2016
Our sympathy & prayers are with you. May happy memories ease the ache in your hearts. God bless & comfort you. Bob drove my mom to work for many years.
KAREN BRUMBAUGH
December 8, 2016
ELSIE AND FAMILY,
SO SORRY TO READ OF BOB'S PASSING, YOU AND YOURS WILL BE IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS.
Terry Mitchell
December 8, 2016
Kathy and Family:
So sorry for your loss. I know your Dad had been through a lot this past year. He is at peace now. God bless you and your family.
December 8, 2016
sorry for the loss of your loved one You are in our thoughts and prayers
Curt Patty and Kayla Ferguson
Katie Karahuta
December 7, 2016
Elsie and Family:
Bob was always the highlight of my day. He lit up every room he was in, and never failed to put a smile on my face. I am so blessed to of gotten the chance to meet such an amazing person and such a great family. I will miss sitting with him and hearing of all his stories and looking through his picture books. You're in my thoughts and prayers.
Katie Karahuta
Canton Christian Home Rehab Tech
December 7, 2016
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
December 7, 2016
Dear Elsie & Family,
Our prayers and thoughts are with all of you. With sincere sympathy,
Rod & DeeDee Wise
JoAnn Mannecke Rowntree
December 7, 2016
Sending our condolences for the loss of Bob. I had the pleasure of being a childhood neighbor of Elsie and Bob and then a babysitter for their children. Such kind people. My husband worked with Bob at Bethlehem cemetery in later years and stayed in touch even after we moved to Texas. His will be a loss to many people.
December 6, 2016
Throw all your anxiety on Him, because He cares for you. (1 Pet. 5:7)
Susie Kraft-Wise
December 6, 2016
Elsie, Kathy & Scottie...You are in my thoughts and prayers. Mr. Borland was always very kind to me as a child. I remember him as being such a nice gentle soul. God Bless.
Bob and Becky Cartia
December 6, 2016
Kathy, Mike, and Family-
We are so very sorry to hear of your loss.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Jim & Karen Rodgers
December 6, 2016
Elsie,Kathy,Scott,and family,
We are very sorry for your loss. Bob will be missed by many.Deepest Sympathies and Prayers
Mike & Kay Penick
December 6, 2016
To Elsie and the rest of Bob's family.
We are truly saddened to hear of Bob's passing. He was a good man that always had a smile and a kind word whenever we met. He will be truly missed. Please accept our deepest condolences during this trying time.
Rob & Beverly McClure
December 6, 2016
We are very sorry for your loss. You're in our thoughts & prayers.
Debbie Pickenpaugh,Neff
December 6, 2016
So sorry to hear of your loss. Heaven just became richer with his love. Sending prayers your way.
Raymond Adkins Family
December 6, 2016
So sorry for your loss
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