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Natalia Borisova Obituary
Beloved mother, artist and teacher, died unexpectedly in her home on February 18, 2013. Natasha is survived by her son, Andrew, daughter-in-law, Dana, stepchildren Lana and Oleg, niece Elaine and first cousins Gene and Kyrill (Kika). She was well-known throughout the Russian and artistic communities of San Francisco and will be sorely missed.
Natasha was born on 12 February 1941 in Belgrade, Serbia (Yugoslavia) to White Russian émigrés Andrei and Antonina Borisov. Toward the end of WWII the family traveled to Salzburg, Austria and eventually came to the United States, settling in San Francisco in 1950 after a sojourn in southern California.
She began dancing at the age of 4 in Europe, but it was in America that her life-long love of Russian character dance began. She has performed with many dance troupes both large and small. Most recently, she was the founder and director of the Russian folk dance group The Russian Collection. Natasha also taught dance, having her own school ("Ballet Russe") in San Francisco.
There will be a requiem service on Tuesday, February 26 at 7:30 PM and a funeral service on Wednesday, February 27 at 10:00 AM. Both services will be held held at the Holy Virgin Cathedral, 6210 Geary Blvd., San Francisco. Interment will follow the funeral service at the Serbian Cemetery, 1801 Hillside Blvd., Colma. In lieu of flowers, we request that you honor her memory by donating to the animal welfare organization of your choice.
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Cat Neko Kotyonok
July 16, 2021
My Dearest Auntie Natalia,
I will always remember your beauty & grace; how you appeared to float on air when dancing.
And I will remember your loving kindness when we last spoke in S.F. at Ballet Russe.
Bless you & your family.
Pirouette amongst the stars in Heaven, Auntie
Love,
Cat
Katia Kabanov
July 30, 2019
Thinking of you today, missing your voice and your smile . Love you Auntie.
Andrew Buleza
February 18, 2019
Natasha, With loving Memory of our Dance Life...Peace and Love! May Your Memory be Eternal!
Andrew B.
Angelika
February 17, 2019
Our dear Natasha, you were and always will be our light and warm kind Angel forever... we miss you ... God bless your beautiful soul and heart. We will always love you...
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Katia Cabanova
January 10, 2018
I think of you often Auntie Natalia, miss you , some how I know you are watching over me.
katcha cabanova
April 10, 2015
Thinking of you, miss our conversation :(
Cheryl Mendoza
January 4, 2015
My heart breaks to just learn of Natasha's passing. She seemed that she would live forever. She will be in our hearts & her legacy of beauty, love & artistry will endure. Natasha, hope you are reunited in spirit with those you love, including both Silvas. With love & in sorrow. Thank you Natasha for you & your love of dance.
Amar Zidane
March 31, 2014
Our dearest Natasha.. you were and angel and now the angels has called up on you to join them. You have been inspiration for how beautiful people should be inside and out. Our love to you and your family will live forever through your angelic spirit.
Angelika Zidane
March 30, 2014
Let your beautiful goddes soul rest in peace... Memory of you will always shine as the Sun lightens up the universe.... We love you forever our Natasha...
Angelika Zidane
March 30, 2014
Our only the most closest soul we had in America, dear Natasha.... We just found out of your death... Can't express our pain... You have always been there for us.... You will remain in our hearts forever.... Rest in peace our beloved and and most beautiful and dear Natasha...
katia kabanov
April 1, 2013
my beautiful aunt natasha, i just heard of your passing. i had surgery a few weeks ago and they were waiting to tell me till i felt better. my heart is saddened. you are such a beautiful soul i am sure the heavens are rejoicing as you dance on the streets of gold. i was so blessed to have you in my life even for just a short time. till we see each again beautiful, i love you. katia kabanov
Maya Panich
March 7, 2013
Thank you for everything you have taught me. I think about you and miss you every day.
Those were the days !
Andrew Buleza
February 27, 2013
To My Dearest +Natasha...and her beloved family.
Our years of dancing together, 1981-1986, were one of the highlights of my life. Your memory will be eternal, as you touched so many people with your love, caring, joy, happiness, and beautiful smile. May your Memory be Eteranl. Loving Prayers, Andrew.
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~
Andrew Buleza,
Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania
Andrew Buleza
February 26, 2013
To my dearest Natasha...and her beloved family.
Our years of dancing together, 1981-1986, were one of the highlights of my life. Your memory will be eternal, as you touched so many people with your love, caring, joy, happiness, and beautiful smile. May your Memory be Eteranl. Loving Prayers, Andrew.
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Sherri Gleason
February 26, 2013
Thinking of you with love and peace,
February 25, 2013
Dear Loved Ones of Natalia Borisova,
Could you please post information at the Ballet Russe Dance Studio to inform parents & students of her death and funeral services?
I was waiting to have my Smog Test done at the business next door and observed a very bewildered parent trying to figure out if her daughter's class was going to take place. She had tried telephoning to no avail. I remembered reading the obituary and informed her of Mrs. Borisova's death. She was very shocked and dismayed.
I am sorry for your loss.
Kind Regards,
A Richmond District Neighbor
Pepper Smith
February 25, 2013
My sympathy at the loss of Natasha, and appreciation for her beautiful and creative life. - Pepper Smith
February 25, 2013
To Natasha's Loved Ones:
Even though we were miles apart, Natasha and I were very close. Our friendship was a treasure that in a sense only another artist could understand and appreciate. She will be truly missed and always loved.
Although we say good-bye for now to a devoted artist, we must always celebrate her life with joy and the knowledge that now that she's home, her spirit dances without effort and endlessly.
I am sure she is smiling down on us and sending us a message that: "All is well and I love you all very much, now and always."
Sincerely,
Annamarie Zilba
Alla Gallagher
February 25, 2013
We were two little Russian girls who loved to dance and met in junior high. We danced ballet together as girls. I was in her troupe that went to Hollywood in 1966 for The Party. Years later as a teacher, I invited her Russian dance group to come to Presidio Middle School as part of Young Audience. She was strong, vibrant, exuberant and a lovely dancer and person. She served the Russian Community of San Francisco with devotion by teaching others about our culture. She will be missed.
Wendy
February 25, 2013
I will always remember her welcoming smile and the sense of community she gave to all her students. The stage she dances on now is made of stars.
Daisy Vargas
February 24, 2013
Sending my love
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