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1926
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2016
Mildred Borquez Obituary
On Dec. 11, 1945, Millie was married to Robert Borquez in San Fernando, CA. They have 3 children: Danny, Vicki & Kristy. Millie has 5 grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren and 1 great-great-grandchild, with another on the way.
Millie was strong, patient & funny with a dry, sarcastic sense of humor. She & her husband, Bob, loved to travel to Las Vegas & on cruise ships. She enjoyed reading, crossword puzzles, & her soap operas.
Millie was a woman who loved life. She survived cancer and broken bones, but finally her body grew weary. May the angels enfold her and give solace to her family.
Services will be held at St. John Baptist de la Salle Catholic Church at 16555 Chatsworth Street, Granada Hills, CA. Tues., April 5 at 7:00pm Rosary and Wed., April 6, Funeral 10:00am with burial to follow at San Fernando Mission Cemetery.
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Kristy Borquez
April 18, 2016
On behalf of our family, I would like to thank you all for remembering mom. At 89 she lived a good life. She had her struggles at the end but she is the strongest and most courageous person I know. Before I thank some individuals, I would like to give you a little background on her journey.
In January 2000 she was diagnosed with tonsil cancer. She had radiation therapy but that resulted in complications that lead to jaw reconstruction surgery. During this time she was given a feeding tube and she lived with it for over 14 years. She eventually lost the ability to swallow, but that did not hold her back. She still came to functions and went out to dinner with the family. She and dad still came on cruises with me and Vicki. It was not until November 2014 that a decline really began. She fell and broke her right shoulder and lost the ability to use her right arm and hand. This affected her doing her crossword puzzles that she loved and holding a book to read. She could read a book a day but just wasn't a Kindle person. Of course that meant that during the day she then had to watch a little more NCIS, Castle, Bones, Criminal Minds and Blue Bloods. Her hearing was pretty bad so you could hear her TV shows down the block.
Then on March 29th of last year (Palm Sunday) we had a house fire and we were forced to relocate. Luckily, the relocation was just right across street where we still are today. After that event we saw a little more of a decline. Mom always needed assistance in walking because she was unsteady. And on July 28th she fell, once again and broke her hip. After that time she was confined to her bed. From then on we began her 24 hour care. Vicki and I were fortunate enough to be holding her hands when she passed at home peacefully.
This brings me up to some individual thank yous for her various caregivers, beginning with Ernie her Monday through Friday guy. He was there during the day. If she needed to be moved he picked her up and put her in her new location. Then there is Lisa, who practically live at our house that last week, traveling from Lancaster several times a week.
Nieces: Lea and Savana. How many teenagers ask if they can go visit great grandma after school to watch TV with her? That was Savana. As a reward she received the entire first season of Castle on DVD.
Then we have Cousins: Debbie, Linda, Lydia, Rhonda and Sarah.
Friends: Lydia, Ana Maria, Carol, Patsy, Teresa, Faye and Dawn.
Neighbors: Dean & Gina, Jeannie and Jamie.
And to all of you who sent prayers and good thoughts her way, a big heartfelt thank you.
Many extra thanks to Debbie who lead the rosary and helped in the preparation of this and tomorrow's service. And to my very dear friend, Norbert Magaña from Guerra Gutierrez Mortuary, who has made sure that no detail was forgotten for her services.
Renee Robles
April 7, 2016
By all that I have read, your mom was one fine and strong willed woman. Although her body will no longer be here, the legacy that she has left you will live on throughout generations. Because of her love of life, you all will continue to strive for all that you can be. There is always something to do if you just look around. Have the peace of heart and mind knowing she'll always be with you. So until you meet again, enjoy this life to the fullest. God Bless you all!
Oscar Arce
April 6, 2016
Sending our love and prayers for your loss. Your Mother was a pillar in our lives.
May she rest in peace in the glory of God.
Love,
The Arce Family
April 5, 2016
Rest in peace Milly. Our condolences to all the families who deeply feel your loss.
John & Linda Folsé
Palacios Family
April 5, 2016
May you rest in heaven in peace with all the sweet angels.
Kristy Borquez
April 4, 2016
To my mom..
Hey mom, I am in our room, and it seems so bare
Your bed is gone; the equipment is gone and
It makes me very sad that you aren't here
I have cared for you for 15 years and now I feel lost
What am I supposed to do now?
I am ready to help you, but you aren't here
I can only hope to handle any difficult situations with
your courage, strength and grace. I want to tell you how
much I learned from you, but you aren't here
My sweet beautiful mother, I miss you so much
I am rocking in your chair and thinking about the future
Wondering how life will be now that you aren't here
Though your physical presence is gone, I hold you in my heart
Please help me to learn how to pick myself up and
move on with my life now that you aren't here
We will meet again some day, hopefully not too soon
Until then I have my memories and know you will hold my hand
And guide me through life even though you aren't here.
I love you mommy. Rest peacefully in God's arms.
Maria Gomez
April 4, 2016
I KNOW GOD has my Aunt Millie, but being human it is still hard. Losing a loved is hard, losing a parent is harder but losing a MOTHER, well, the HEART just hurts, I pray God keeps his hand on your heart to try and ease the hurt. My love, prayers and my hand on your hearts also.
Wendy Leyva
April 4, 2016
I am very sorry for your loss. I will always remember her lovely smile and her willingness to put up with our class reunion. I will always admire her courage. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Bonnie Bradbury
April 3, 2016
Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Love Bonnie
Linda & Earl Dennis
April 3, 2016
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Borquez and Silva families.
Hazel Lemus
April 3, 2016
Danny,Vicky and Kristy,Sending you love and my deepest sympathy for the loss of your mother. Sincerely Hazel
Michael Madrigal
April 3, 2016
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Adrienne Hause
April 2, 2016
Love you Aunt 'Betty'.....xoxoox
Debbie Borquez
April 2, 2016
Dear Aunt Millie,
Love you so much and count on you keeping us here on earth in line!
Love Debbie
Jessica Rodriguez
April 2, 2016
All of our thoughts and prayers.
Mavis & Richard Hatten
April 2, 2016
May Millie rest in Heavenly peace among the angels in the loving arms of God.
Lisa Silva
April 2, 2016
Grandma...
"How you doing?" I will forever cherish the time we spent together. We had the best conversations and you always knew how to make me laugh. You and I had a special bond that I will always be grateful for. I always knew what you were thinking with just the raise of your eyebrow. I love you more than words can say. You will always be with me.
Ginny Cairrao
April 2, 2016
My thoughts and prayers to your family on your loss. God bless you.
Vicki Silva
April 2, 2016
I miss you Mom,
All my love, Vicki
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