Richard M. Borst

FUNERAL HOME

Gordon C. Emerick Funeral Home

1550 Route 9

Clifton Park, New York

Richard Borst Obituary

BALLSTON LAKE Richard M. Borst, 69, of Woodstead Road, beloved husband of Edna Winnie Borst of Ballston Lake, entered into eternal life on Sunday, September 17, 2006 at his residence in the loving care of his family. Born in Schenectady, he was the son of the late William E. and Florence Mack Borst and was a graduate of Wilbur H. Lynch High School in Amsterdam, class of 1955. Mr. Borst was a U.S. Navy veteran having served from 1955 to 1961. He retired in 1999 from his professional career as Sales Manager of CMI Corporation in Oklahoma City, where he had been employed for over 20 years. He was a volunteer at Proctors Theatre in Schenectady, a member of the Shenendehowa United Methodist Church in Clifton Park, was an avid golfer who enjoyed Shen sports and loved raising the 150 fish in his water garden. Beloved husband of over 48 years of Edna; devoted father of Mark (Shannon) Borst of Ballston Lake and Deborah (Floyd) Duffy of Clifton Park; brother of Betty Jane Griffin of Glenmont; and cherished grandfather of Lindsey Duffy of Clifton Park, also survived by a niece and nephew. Funeral service will be held Thursday at 11:00 a.m. at the Shenendehowa United Methodist Church, 971 Route 146 in Clifton Park. Relatives and friends are invited and may call at the Gordon C. Emerick Funeral Home, 1550 Route 9 in Clifton Park on Wednesday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Interment with military honors will be held in the Jonesville Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be to Proctors Theatre, c/o Development Office, 432 State Street, Schenectady, NY 12305 in memory of Richard M. Borst.

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Published by Albany Times Union on Sep. 18, 2006.

Memories and Condolences
for Richard Borst

11 Entries

Filene Flowers-Scott

September 22, 2006

Dear Edna, Mark,Shannon,Debbie,Floyd, and Lindsay,

What a legacy as a husband, father, father in law, grandfather and substantive human being Richard made to the those he touched.

I remember meeting him only once, but at what a time...and as we met, under the most challenging circumstances for him, he reached out to me with such empathy and grace, and I felt his strength, power, intelligence, wit and humor. And with some of you, his family, right there by his side, he talked to me of fish ponds and nature, and I was truly taken with him. He made the room glow. I met some of your lovely family at the service and in their faces, and lovely Lindsey and some family and kids from the Carolinas, well behaved and bright eyed,I see Richard going on and on and on. Your picture memorials and the long lines spoke volumes for the magnitude of his loving influence.

What a strong man can do as head of a family!

And your influence on others showing what a legacy a kind, strong, loving man can give to the world at large, and to his loving family intimately, is THE TESTAMENT to a life well lived.

I, for one, will find him living in the bright of nature, in all its forms, and in the love that each of you will generate as a result of his loving influence.

He will continue to bless those who were privileged to know him, from family to Stewart's to synchronicity.

Take heart, you are strong, you are blessed. You are assured of that by his love of you and your love and care of him. What a wonderful family you are!

Lorraine Nieves

September 21, 2006

Edna, Mark and Shannon

I'm sending my deepest sympathy for your loss of Mr. Borst. I know he will be deeply missed. Eventhough I didn't have much contact with him, when I did, he was the most pleasant person at all times. You all are in my prayers.

Bob and Kathie Durant

September 19, 2006

Dear Edna, Mark,Shannon,Debbie,Floyd, and Lindsay,

My most vivid memory of Dick, was at Mark and Shannon's rehearsal dinner. He stood and made a speech about not only gaining a daugter-in-law, but if we would allow him, he would like to adopt all of us since Dad was not here. That touched my heart and I have retold that story many times. To welcome my sister into their family was wonderful, to welcome all of us was an example of the generosity of the heart of the man. We were blessed to have known him. We are so sorry for your loss, and our prayers are with you in this time of grieving.

Heidi & Bret Sherwood

September 19, 2006

Mark, Shannon and Borst Family,

We are saddened by the news of Dick's passing. We know how loved he was by all and how much he will be missed. Remember, he will live in your hearts for all time and eternity. Please know that we are here for you in this difficult time and contact us if you need anything at all. We love you !!

Annabelle Strawder

September 19, 2006

Dear Mark, Shannon and Family,

This note comes with our deepest sympathy and our most sincere prayers for you all. Although, we can not be there in person,know you are close in our hearts.God IS there in Person and He who is the God of all comfort, will never leave you nor forsake you. Rest in Him. He will see you through.

Loving You,

Mom and Dad Strawder & Family

SourceOne Network Web Division

September 19, 2006

Mark & Family:

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of loss. If there is anything we can do in this time of bereavement please don't hesitate to call us.

Suzanne & Charlie Bodine

September 19, 2006

Mark & Shannon,

We are so sorry for the loss of your Dad. Know that at this difficult time that you are in our thoughts and prayers. We are here for you in your time of need and always.

Suzanne & Charlie Bodine

September 19, 2006

Edna,

Please accept our heartfelt Sympathy for the loss of your beloved husband, Dick. It was both a pleasure and honor to have known him and enjoy his sense of humor.

Joni and Bruce Wilber

September 18, 2006

Dear Edna, Debbie and Mark, Bruce and I are saddened to learn about Dick's passing. Please accept our heartfelt sympathy and know our prayers are with you.

We will always remember Dick as our "Best Man".

Love Joni and Bruce Wilber

Matthew & Erica Teiper

September 18, 2006

Dear Mark & Edna -

It is difficult to find the words to describe how truly sorry we are for your loss. Dick was a great man. May you find some solace in knowing that he is no longer suffering and at peace.

Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Our deepest condolences go out to you and your family in your time of grief.

Roy & Ann Tourtellot

September 18, 2006

Edna, Roy and I are sadden to hear about Dick. Roy will miss him at Stewart's for their morning coffee.

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