John Leslie Borschowa

John Borschowa passed away on Friday, May 17, 2019 at the age of 71 years. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 23 years Geraldine “Geri”; daughter Heather Borschowa; step-son Gary (Bonnie) McDonald; grandson Colby; sister Eileen (Rod) Decelle of Swift Current, SK; brothers Joe (Connie) Borschowa of Regina, SK, Gerald Borschowa of Calgary, AB and Mike (Yvonne) Borschowa of Red Deer, AB; He was predeceased by his parents Peter & Ann Borschowa and infant twin brothers. John was born in Weyburn, SK and raised in Weyburn, Northgate and Estevan, SK. John entered the work force young and started driving truck. He drove all over, spending some of his time in the Yukon Territory and Wyoming. He eventually made Calgary his home and began a 23 year career with the Rockyview County as a Heavy Equipment Operator. John loved the outdoors. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and camping. He also loved sports, and was an avid Roughriders fan. He had a great sense of humour and loved to play pranks. A Funeral Service will be held for John at the Dover Community Association (3133 – 30 Avenue SE, Calgary) on Wednesday, May 29, 2019 at 6:30 pm. If friends so desire, donations may be made to the Greater Forest Lawn 55+ Society (3425 – 26 Avenue SE, Calgary, AB T2B 2P2).

Funeral Home:

Pierson’s Forest Lawn Chapel

4121 – 17 Avenue SE

Calgary, AB

CA T2A 0T1