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John Borowski Obituary

Borowski, John K., Sr. Joined his beloved wife Jean in eternal life Thursday, October 24, 2008, at the age of 74 after a courageous battle with cancer. Dearest father of Linda and Lois, David (Debbie), Denise (Dave) Chojnacki and John Jr. (Debran). Loving grandpa of Eric, Colleen, Nicole, Kevin, Kyle, Ryan, Daniel, Kayla, John III, Alyssa and Hailey. Great grandpa of Lilly. Preceded in death by parents Antoni and Bernice. Fond brother of Daniel Borowski, Wally (Maxine), Maryann (Bill) Hoover and Jeanette (John) Eilers. Brother-in-law of Gilbert Wojciechowski. Also survived by nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Church, 3222 S. 29th St., Friday at 9:30 AM. Interment St. Adalbert Cemetery. Visitation at the funeral home Thursday 4-7 PM and at the Church on Friday from 9 AM until the time of Mass. John was a Wisconsin Bell retiree and also a Telecommunications Supervisor with Aurora St. Luke's Medical Center for 22 years. He was a member of The Wisconsin Air National Guard for 13 years. He loved the outdoors in his time off and enjoyed the many fishing and hunting trips with family and friends. His kindness and generosity will be remembered by all. Special thanks to the staff of St. Luke's Medical Center and Aurora VNA Zilbert Family Hospice for the care given John. In lieu of flowers memorials to the Vince Lombardi Cancer Clinic or the Charity of your choice are suggested. Bruskiewitz Forest Lane Chapel 5355 W. Forest Home Ave. (414) 321-1700

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on Oct. 29, 2008.

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Bruce Barnes

October 31, 2008

Linda & Family, always remember the good times you had with John and know that he is smiling down upon you. My heartfelt sympathy goes out to you.

Larry Fennigkoh

October 30, 2008

John was one of the finest, most naturally-gifted guys that I've ever had the pleasure and honor to work with. He had a work ethic and dedication to St. Lukes that was unmatched - I still use some of his amazing troubleshooting and telecom feats as examples in my classes. John will be missed - but not forgotten.

Sherry Carl

October 30, 2008

We are so sorry to hear about your Dad, may you alway's have your memories to get you though these hard times. Our Deepest Sympathies goes to you and your family.

Mark,Sherry,Jason & Jesse Carl

John & Starr Kieckbusch

October 30, 2008

Our deepest sympathies are with you and your family. Now he will be in our good Lord's hands.

Christine Dargis

October 30, 2008

Denise and all~ I am so sorry for you loss. I wish there was something I could do to help ease the pain. Remember that we love you and wish you well. Call us if you need anything day or night, you know we are always there.
Christine, Ann, William, Melissa, and Jon

Lynn Torres

October 30, 2008

Our thoughts are with you during this trying time. The only thing that got me through moments like this was thinking of all the happy memories and focusing on those.
Torres Family
Luis,Lynn,Meleena,Camille & Jasia

Darlene and Ken O'Neill

October 29, 2008

Our thoughts are with you at this sad time in your lives. May lasting memories bring you peace and may you find comfort by the thoughts , prayers and compassion of others who are sharing this sorrow with you.

With our deepest sympathy.

CarolAnn Abel

October 29, 2008

When people we LOVE have to leave this place, we don't understand why and it makes for some very sad times. We have to stick together as family and friends to help each other accept the fact that GOD needed him more then us. We will see him again some day. He is in a way better place then here and he will always be watching over you all.
If you need ANYTHING just call me. CarolAnn

Theresa Ciardo

October 29, 2008

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help at this time.

Patti Uszler

October 29, 2008

My prayers go out to you and your family. Although I did not personally know your father, Dave, if he was like his son he was a great man.

Denise Chojnacki

October 29, 2008

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2008

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