Richard J. Borer

Richard James Borer, born to Alphonse Borer and Clara (Stanley) Borer on May 1st, 1941, in Toledo, OH, passed away suddenly surrounded by family on July 7th, 2024. Richard, known to many as Dick, devoted his life to his family, faith, and community. He served as the President of the Ohio Regional Council of Catholic Young Adults, the same organization where he met his cherished wife of 53 years, Jane (Raymond) Borer. A lifelong member of the Catholic Church, Dick committed himself to years of service, holding roles on the parish council, serving as an usher, lector, and festival chair. His deep faith guided him throughout his life and provided a foundation for his many contributions to the church. Dick's greatest joy was his family. He took immense pride in his children and grandchildren, always making time for them and ensuring they knew how much he loved them. His lap was a welcoming place where his grandchildren often found comfort and love. Dick courageously battled cancer for the last 5-years. A graduate of St. James Grade School and Central Catholic High School, class of 1959, Dick went on to retire from Tenneco Automotive. He was also an avid sports enthusiast, enjoying both bowling and playing softball in his leisure time. Dick was preceded in death by his parents, his beloved siblings Mary (Borer) Rahn, Catherine "Kate" (Borer) Papenfus, and Louise (Borer) Ziemkiewicz, and son-in-law Erik Cline. He is survived by his dedicated wife of 53 years, Jane (Raymond) Borer, and his loving children Jennifer (Brad) McMonigle, Julie (Aaron) Weeks, Marty (Meredith) Borer, and Gregory (Lauren) Borer. His legacy continues through his grandchildren Anna King, Garett Weeks, Samuel Cline, Riley McMonigle, Aidan McMonigle, Gabriel Weeks, Brayden Borer, Gabriella Borer, Audrey Borer, Avery Borer, and Kelty Borer. He also leaves behind his brother and lifelong cribbage partner, William (Bill) Borer, and many nieces and nephews. Richard James Borer will be deeply missed by all who knew him. His memory will be cherished forever in the hearts of his family and friends. Friends and family are invited to visit Friday, July 12, 2024, from 3:00pm – 7:00pm at Ansberg-West Funeral Home, 3000 W. Sylvania Ave., and Saturday, July 13, 2024, from 9:30am-10:30am at St. Catherine of Siena Church, 4555 North Haven, where the Mass of the Resurrection will begin at 10:30am. Interment will follow at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel in Temperance, MI. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Catherine of Siena, Toledo, OH.

Richard J. Borer

May 1, 1941 - July 7, 2024