of Chelsea, Michigan, age 76, died Tuesday, July 14, 2015 at his home. He was born May 23, 1939 in Ashland, KY , the son of Eltia & Anna (Roark) Borders Sr.
Ron was a member of the Chelsea High School class of 1958. He worked at Chelsea Milling for 42 years. Ron liked woodworking, was an avid gun collector and shot on a pistol team. He was a member of the Chelsea Rod and Gun Club.
On September 6, 1958, he married Patricia Dvorak, and she survives. Other survivors include a brother, Eltia (Debra) Borders of Chelsea; a sister, Sheila (Byron) Gay of Traverse City; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a brother, Leo Borders, and his parents.
Funeral services were held Thursday, July 16, 11:00 am at Cole Funeral Chapel, Chelsea. Burial followed at Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Chelsea. The family received friends Wednesday 2-4 & 6-8 pm. Memorial contributions may be made to Chelsea Area Historical Society.
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Sorry to hear about Ron's passing. Alice & I extend our condolences you & your family.
RIP: Ron
So sorry to hear of Ron's passing. Its been many years since I lived down the street from you both, but I remember back then you were both good neighbors.
Praying for you to have the strength to get thru these days and that you know he is in a good place where he is in no pain or suffering.
Alfretta Harrison Grieb