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Lisa Borinstein Obituary
On August 12, 2016, a tragic event took the lives of Lisa Kay (Colestock) Borinstein, Luke Borinstein and Emma Borinstein. Lisa was born on October 30, 1963 in Greenfield, IN as the daughter of Ervin and Sandra (Miller) Colestock. Luke was born on June 23, 1997 in Indianapolis. Emma was born on May 24, 2001 in Indianapolis.
Lisa is a 1981 graduate of Morristown High School. She received her bachelor's degree in nursing from Indiana University. Lisa married John Borinstein on May 22, 1993 in Indianapolis. She worked for Community East Surgery Center and ER and most recently for Community Hospital North Surgery Center. She was a member of Brookville Road Community Church. She loved her kids, her mother, her family, and her Lord Jesus; she also loved being a nurse and caring for people.
Luke is a 2015 graduate of Triton Central High School, where he was the Valedictorian. He was entering his sophomore year at Wabash College. Luke loved the Lord Jesus and was a member of Brookville Road Community Church. He also was a member of Wabash Christian Men, Global Health Initiative, and the Public Health Organization at Wabash College. He was looking forward to a career as a doctor and enjoyed tutoring students in his free time.
Emma was a sophomore at Triton Central High School, where she was a straight A student. She was a member of the Sunshine Society, Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) and Brookville Road Community Church. She also participated in volleyball and tennis.
Lisa, Luke and Emma are survived by Drew and Beau Borinstein; Sandy "Mo" Colestock; Joseph (Wilma) Borinstein, Gail (Fred) McCashland; Kim (Chris) Everhart; Lori (Ted) Starkey; Cathy Borinstein, Bill (Pam) Borinstein; and Bob (Jeannie) Borinstein. They were preceded in death by John Borinstein; Ervin Colestock; and Buzzy Borinstein.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Tuesday, August 16, 2016, at 6:30 p.m. at Triton Central High Gymnasium, 4774 W 600 N, Fairland, IN 46126. A fellowship gathering will immediately follow. Pastor Paul Romoser will be officiating. Burial will be at a later date in New Palestine Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations will be accepted to the Drew and Beau Borinstein Scholarship Fund, C/O Erlewein Mortuary, 1484 W US 40, Greenfield, IN 46140. Friends may share a memory or send a condolence at www.erleweinmortuary.com or email condolences to [email protected].
Arrangements are being handled by Erlewein Mortuary & Crematory in Greenfield.
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Memories and Condolences
for Lisa Borinstein
Rheachal Collins
August 18, 2016
I'm deeply saddened by this tragic event. May the Borenstine family find comfort through prayer and the scriptural hope of the ressurrection .
August 17, 2016
To the Bornstein & Colestock Family: it is very saddening and I'm deeply heartbroken for you to read about such a horrible tragedy taking the lives of your beloved Lisa, Luke & Emma...it just doesn't seem right. I pray you take great comfort in knowing your family LOVED THE LORD JESUS!!
Please except my deepest condolences on the loss of your loved ones...you will be in my thoughts and prayers...Let the Promises of Our Heavenly Father sustain you through this unimaginable difficult time.
Me, My Donna 6 Months before she died my heart is broken as my heart is broken for your loss. God Bless
Margaret LITTMAN
August 16, 2016
Does pain never stop?. God Bless each of you and God Bless the survivors. Words can never really express the pain of losing a loved a one I know first hand my daughter Donna died at age 29 years. You never get over the pain time justs softens it. My thoughts and prayers are with you and my heart aches for you for the loss of Lisa, Luke, and Emma. Rest in peace dear ones. "There's no more pain or sorrow no more heartache or heartbreak no more struggles or fear your home now with your true Father your heavenly Father. Amen
August 16, 2016
Words cannot describe the magnitude of your loss Drew and Beau! May God bring peace to your hearts and souls. The Bukowski Family (Cadet Bukowski - Class of 2017)
Kathy Ross Carpenter
August 16, 2016
On behalf of Sherolyn Ross and our entire family, please know you are in our hearts and prayers.
Mark & Lauri Shannon
August 16, 2016
Though we didn't stay in close touch, it was always a treat to run into Lisa and her family around Shelby county and at ballgames. We are so saddened for her loss and those of the children. Know that we care, and will keep you all in our prayers.
Love,
Mark & Lauri Shannon
Elliott Shannon
Connor Shannon
Joey and Linda Stites Smith
August 16, 2016
You are in our thoughts and prayers daily. We are so very sorry to hear about your tragic losses. Lisa was a fabulous coworker at Community Hospital East ER.
S Garcia
August 16, 2016
My Condolences to all families! May the PEACE of GOD, which transcends all understanding guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus, during this time according to Philippians 4:7. And, may all find and rest in the Comfort and Strength of the Lord!
Karl and Sandra Schroeder
August 16, 2016
We were shocked and dismayed over the passing of Lisa, Luke and Emma. Our heartfelt condolences to all family members. You have our prayers to find peace in your faith
August 16, 2016
Dear Family:
We, the families of The Compassionate Friends, send you our heartfelt condolences on Lisa, Luke & Emma's passing.
The Compassionate Friends is an international grief support group for parents, grandparents and siblings who have suffered the heartbreaking loss of a child. Our only mission is to provide comfort, hope and support to every family experiencing the death of a son or daughter, brother or sister, or grandchild, and to help others better assist the grieving family.
We meet monthly on the first Tuesday at the First Baptist Church, 99 W. Main St, Greenwood, IN 46142 and on the third Thursday at the Epworth United Methodist, 6450 Allisonville Road, Indianapolis, IN 46220.
If and when you are ready to do so, please join us for either, or both, meetings.
We Need Not Walk Alone. We are The Compassionate Friends.
The Compassionate Friends
Central Indiana Chapter
(317) 250-0351 (Jodie)
www.tcfcentralindiana.org
www.compassionatefriends.org
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