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Stephen Borrus M.D.

1947 - 2021

Stephen Borrus M.D.

1947 - 2021

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1947

DIED

2021

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Stephen Borrus Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jan. 12, 2021.

Stephen Wayne Borrus, M.D. LAWRENCEVILLE Dr. Stephen Wayne Borrus, 73, of Lawrenceville, NJ, passed away on Sunday, January 10, 2021, at home after a short battle with pancreatic cancer. Beloved by family, friends, colleagues, and patients, he was a pillar of his community where he practiced internal medicine for over 44 years. Born in 1947 in Newark, NJ, to the late Dr. Joseph and Gladys Borrus, he grew up in Edison and attended high school at Rutgers Preparatory School. He received his undergraduate degree at the University of Rochester in 1969 and his medical degree at The College of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey (now called Rutgers School of Biomedical & Health Sciences) in 1973. After internal medicine residency training in Miami Beach, FL, he returned to New Jersey in 1976 and joined Lawrence Medical Associates in Lawrenceville, where he practiced medicine right up until his cancer diagnosis in November 2020. He was affiliated with Capital Health Regional Medical Center in Trenton, where he was the Section Chief of Internal Medicine for many years. He was also a longtime member of the American Medical Association and the American College of Physicians. His family and friends will miss his amazing and unique sense of humor, his calm and gentle manner, and the compassion he showed for everyone he met throughout his life. Given his extraordinary humor, he was invited to be Master of Ceremonies at his hospital's annual awards dinner, an event that he thoroughly enjoyed hosting each year. In addition to his work, Stephen enjoyed spending time with family and friends, traveling to his vacation home in Boca Raton, FL, and cheering on his beloved Dodgers (he remained loyal to them ever since they left Brooklyn when he was a child), Eagles and Vikings. He was beyond thrilled to witness the Dodgers celebrate a championship in 2020. He was also a longtime member of Congregation Brothers of Israel, formerly of Trenton, NJ, and now located in Newtown, PA. Stephen is survived by his wife of 49 years Dorit Borrus, his daughter Dr. Michelle Borrus (Frank) of Bethesda, MD, his son Dr. Daniel Borrus (Ilene) of Princeton, NJ and his five grandchildren: Jenna, Jake, Olivia, Victoria, and Ethan. He is also survived by his sister Kathy Borrus of Washington, DC, his brother Michael Borrus (Audi) of San Francisco, CA, his nephew Josh, and his niece Samantha. Due to Covid-19 restrictions, a graveside service on Tuesday, January 12, 2021 will be private. A public memorial service will be planned for a later date when it is safe to do so. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Orland's Ewing Memorial Chapel in Ewing Township, NJ. To send condolences to the family visit OrlandsMemorialChapel.com Contributions in memory of Stephen may be made to the American Cancer Society, Capital Health Regional Medical Center, Congregation Brothers of Israel, or Abrams Hebrew Academy. Orland's Ewing Memorial Chapel 1534 Pennington Road Ewing, NJ 08618 (609) 883-1400

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January 6, 2024

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Deborah Parker-King

January 6, 2024

Dr. Norris always treated you like you were his only patient, he his well miss.

Dennis A. Boccanfuso

May 24, 2023

It is often said, if you say a person's name in remembrance, they never truly die. Dr. Borrus' memory is never far from my thoughts.

The David Christopher Orchestra

May 23, 2023

Dear Dorit & family,
Please accept our deepest condolences on the passing of your beloved husband and father, Dr. Stephen Borrus. We fondly remember Dr. Borrus from your family weddings. We have nice memories of your family events. In sympathy, David, Michele, Brian, Steve and The David Christopher Orchestra.

Lynne Yager

January 6, 2023

Two years passed and still missing Dr. Borrus. He was one in a million.

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Dennis A. Boccanfuso

January 6, 2023

The memory of Dr. Borrus is never far from my thoughts. I will always remember him as thorough and very a pleasant person; we shared many laughs together.

Joseph P DeMarie

January 9, 2022

You left this realm too soon. You are thought of fondly from your earthly family.

Thank you for your care for us and leaving us Dr. Scott Adler. The both of you were God-Sends!!!

Anthony Cermele

January 8, 2022

I am truly saded by Dr. Stephen Borrus passing, I was his patient for over 20 years, He always asked me what was going on in lawrence Twp. I at the past Const. Official lawr. Twp. and would tell him of any new rests. coming to lawrence Twp. I am retired now since July 2001 but we would spend many moments on new const. in Lawrence. I truly miss him as a person, I could trust him with many projects coming into Lawre. if you need to contact me my ph. is 1- 609- 647-8489, I was spoiled by Dr. Borrus, I am looking for a new internist like Dr. Borrus, I do truly miss him as I am sure you do more them I do. He talked to me of the constr. across the street from your home. Anthony Cermele, Past Const. Official Lawrence Township for over 40 years.

Anthony Cermele

March 1, 2021

I knew Dr Borrus as my doctor for over twenty years and appreciated his professionalism and special and personal care. He always be remembered

Virginia Cordasco

February 22, 2021

My husband and I were patients of Dr. Borrus for over thirty years and my mother was also a patient of his when he had just started with Lawrence Medical Associates. My last visit with him was in November of last year. So I was very saddened to hear that he had retired due to Illness. I am a year older than him so I would always say to him please don’t retire. He was so compassionate and caring and a excellent health care provider who will be deeply missed. We are heartbroken since I only found today that he had passed away. Rest in Heavenly Peace Dr. Borrus.
Our sincere condolences to his family.
Virginia and Joseph Cordasco)

Sally Barthelemy-Archer

January 28, 2021

My mother, husband and I were patients of Dr. Borrus for many years.
His medical care was outstanding and he was a very compassionate doctor. He was truly dedicated to showing his patients that he really cared about their health and their lives. He was a wonderful person.
He called me when he found out that my husband died unexpectedly and he met with me beyond office hours to help me understand my husband's post mortem report.
Dr. Borrus will be missed immensely.
My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Regards,
Sally Barthelemy-Archer

Ellen & Gregory Lewis

January 28, 2021

My wife and I have been patients of Dr. Borrus for 30+ years. We love him so much that we tried to get all of our family members and anyone else that we thought would appreciate his professionalism, bedside manner and kindness. We moved to NC a couple of years ago however we still traveled back to NJ for our appointments. We miss him, he can not and will not be replaced, the best Doctor we have ever had!

Deborah PARKER-KING

January 26, 2021

Dr. Borrus was a sweet person me and my family was patient for over 30 some years, our prayers go out to his family.

Audrey barbera

January 22, 2021

I would like to say, I worked with Dr borrus for 7 yrs and I have never saw Dr borrus get very upset over anything. He was the most kind hearted person ive ever known he will be deeply missed may he rest in peace
We love you steve

Dennis A. Boccanfuso

January 21, 2021

Dr. Borrus was a great human being. I was a patient of his for 10+ years. I will miss him very much!

Lynne Yager

January 18, 2021

Dr. Borrus was our doctor for 30+ years. I cannot believe this kind, conscientious, gentle, funny man is gone and our hearts are broken for his family. What a loss to this world. We will never forget him. Lynne and Dick Yager

Kristine Campbell

January 18, 2021

My sympathies to his family, friends and patients. He was a great doctor and always listened to his patients concerns. He was a friendly man, who laughed easily and made you feel comfortable and cared for while in his presence. He was the only doctor I trusted. I will miss him.
May he rest in peace.

Linda and Alan Levitt

January 17, 2021

Steve was one of the sweetest, gentlest, most considerate of men who never had an unkind word to say about anyone. He will be greatly missed by all and we send our heartfelt sympathies and virtual hugs to Dorit and the entire Borrus family.

Sue and Pat Rooney

January 17, 2021

So sad that he is gone. i remember his last call to us.....the last of many over the years. He was always there for us ....over four decades. As they say in Ireland "Ar dheis De go raibh a anam dilis" May his gentle soul sit at the right hand of God... Sue and Pat Rooney

Alice Liput

January 16, 2021

To the Borrus family I share your sadness, Dr. was our family Dr, for most of his 44 yrs. I recently spent time with him in the office, was heart broken to hear of his diagnosis, and retirement, and now of his passing. I wish you Peace

Marguerite Karpowitz

January 15, 2021

My words are insufficient to express my deepest of sympathy. I was a patient of Dr Borrus from the very beginning. 45years. He also took care of my mother and always mentioned her whenever I saw him. I am profoundly sad as well as his family,friends,patients, colleagues and office personnel are experiencing. May he RIP.
Marguerite Karpowitz
Friend and Patient

Joseph P DeMarie

January 14, 2021

My wife and I was with Dr Borrus' shared practice since we married in 1979. A friendly, gentile physician who will be greatly missed.
Our love to his nuclear family and his practice family as well as prayers at this time.
Joe and Pat DeMarie
Levittown, Pa.

T. Herron

January 14, 2021

Dr. Borrus was the BEST doctor that I've ever had. Very sad to hear of his passing. My condolences to the family.

Patrice Carlucci

January 13, 2021

Dr. Borrus was my doctor for several years. He was gentle, kind and compassionate. He treated many of my family members. So sad to hear of this news, we are all saddened by this. A real loss. Rest In Peace, Dr. Borrus.

Ronald

January 13, 2021

Rest in piece

Catole Strycharz

January 13, 2021

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always. Dr. Borrus was an exceptional doctor to all his patients. Our mom Lynda Warney was a longtime patient and friend.
We all thought the world of him. We are each saddened and we will miss him deeply so. Dear Borrus Family we send our thoughts and love to get through this tremendous loss of your dear husband, father, grandfather and brother. Carole, John, Larissa, Christa Strycharz. Rob, Lynda, Tracy, Darlene, Sophia, Rob Jr Warney and Gary Massaro

Darlene warney

January 12, 2021

My mother Lynda warney a longtime patient and our family will greatly miss laughing and joking with Dr Borrus on her appointments with him! She loved him humor and was a match for him! Sense of humor goes a long way when dealing with Heath issuesOur hearts are heavy and serious with the loss of him but somehow that gleam in his eyes and the smile will live forever in our hearts ♥Prayers for his beautiful family and all of his friends and patients that will greatly miss him

Daniel Cantor

January 12, 2021

I am broken-hearted at the loss of my doctor of many years, Dr. Stephen Borrus. Dr. Borrus was an exceptional doctor. I am not exaggerating when I say that he managed to save my father, my mother and me. In my case, Dr. Borrus knew on 2 occasions that I needed emergency hospital care when specialists I had seen missed it. Dr. Borrus defined the word, doctor. Equal to his exceptional diagnostic and healing skills was Dr. Borrus’s exceptional kindness and understanding. I loved Dr. Borrus. He was ALWAYS so caring and patient with his patients and me. Over the years, we became friends and that was a privilege. His life ended much too soon when he was about to enjoy the reward of the home he had had built with such care and such excitement with his wife Dorit in Boca Raton. I am having so much trouble accepting that he was taken from us in such an untimely tragic way. He touched and saved so many lives and the final irony is this terrible illness took him with virtually no warning and so quickly. Dr Stephen Borrus was a great man. Laurel and I and Jonathan extend our deepest condolences to Dorit Borrus and the Borrus family.

Miriam HOFING

January 12, 2021

He was a great gentle man a d a wonderful doctor..a profound loss ...sincere sympay to his family
From Mrs Miriam HOFING

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