Bertha “Betty” Borger nee Bender
September 8, 1918 – August 24, 2022
It is with sad hearts that we announce the passing of my mom-Nanny on august 24, 2022 with family at her side after a brief residency at Princess Court. Sadly, she passed away 2 weeks before her 104th birthday.
Mom was born in Saskatchewan to parents Emelia and Henry Bender. She was the oldest of seven children and the last to survive. Her family moved to Winnipeg when she was young. Coming from a large family, she entered the work world at a young age. At 22, she married my dad, Ed Borger, and I came along a few years later, but no brothers or sisters. We left Winnipeg, travelling south, then west and settled in Dryden where my dad went into business (Central Garage) with Joe Lobreau. We made our home on Queen St., living next to a family that would become lifetime friends. The reason I mention this is because this friendship was built on love, laughter, and support through the years right to this day. Mom enjoyed curling, volunteering, driving those needing rides, truck shop and any other organization she could help. She was a lifetime member of the First United.
She leaves behind only daughter Joan (Leandre), grandkids Chantalle, Edward (Christine), great grand kids Dalton Legros, Quinn (Jacqueline) Kiddie, Nathan and Quade Kiddie, Jenna (Tyler) Goulet, and Connor (Stef) Goulet. She was Nanny to many whom she loved dearly.
She was predeceased by her parents, my dad (Ed), sisters Pat Watson, Millie Borger, Vera Smith, brothers Hank, Wilfred, and Clarence Bender.
She was an amazing, determined lady, willing to help anyone in anyway. She loved her family; her grandkids topped the list. Hair, makeup, clothes, and jewelry were absolutely necessities. She gave each and every one of us advice before she passed away and didn’t think twice about using her age to get her way. We will certainly miss her. We thank the nurses and staff of Princess Court for always treating her like the 103-year-old lady she was.
We love you mom, and we will certainly miss you. There are many loved ones up there waiting for you.
“Heaven gained another angel today”
“A life well lived”
A Traditional Service will take place on Wednesday, August 31, 2022 at 1 p.m. with Alice Bloomfield officiating at the First United Church.
Interment is to follow at the Dryden Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donation may be made to the First United Church in Betty’s memory.
Condolences may be posted to www.dcfh.ca
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Tracy Callewaert says
August 28, 2022 at 8:47 pmDeepest condolences Joan and family. Betty was such a blessing in the short time she was at princess court. And yes she had to tell everyone she loved them and had to tell anyone that came when she called that she hoped they lived a happy and long life like she did. May she rest in peace. She lived a long healthy live.
Brad Derry says
August 29, 2022 at 6:27 pmJoan, Leon, Chantalle, Edward and families,
I was very saddened to hear about Nanny Borger’s passing. I remember so many good times with your family and Nanny was always such a wonderful part of them. Cherish all the amazing memories! She lived quite a life! Please accept my most sincere condolences and take comfort in the love of those around you.
Sincerely, Brad Derry
Ted Ryczko says
August 29, 2022 at 7:04 pmThe Borgers were friends of my family in Dryden. Although my dad bought all his International trucks from the Borgers, Ed and Betty weren’t truck “salesmen”: they only told the customer about the features of their product, the price, and invited the customer to come back if he/she were interested.
Betty and Ed were pioneers of adventure. On their honeymoon in the late 1930’s, they drove to Mexico: a venture unheard of in those days, and Ed told me that before climbing to a high altitude in the Mexican mountains with that 1930’s vintage car, Betty would prepare several tasty snacks to reward Ed after he hustled to drain the radiator of over heated water, and refilled it with fresh cold water: anti-freeze type coolant had not yet been available. In Sept 1961, Betty and Ed came to my Grade 13 graduation party, and at 5:00 AM the next morning, accompanied my parents to see me off on the train to go to Queens in KIngston, and when I told them that I’d never been on a train before, Betty said something like “just enjoy the ride: unlike driving a truck you don’t need to steer, and unlike when driving a truck, you can have a drink”.
My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Betty, who was a community icon.
Ted Ryczko, Belleville Ont
Linda Joy Smith says
August 30, 2022 at 6:20 pmMy deepest sympathy to Betty’s family. I have know Betty for over 60 years. I always admired her and it was a privilege to know her. When I would meet her, I remember that she was always dressed up, hair done and always had a smile and a “hello” for everyone she met. She always called me by my proper name and she would tell me the date of my birth and what year I was born! What a wonderful memory! I remember when she lived on Queen Street near the Hoshizaki Family and the Eger Family. She was a lovely lady and you were so blessed to have had her with you for almost 104 years. Thinking of you with deepest sympathy. Love Linda Joy Smith
Stacey Colehouse says
August 30, 2022 at 7:48 pmMy deepest condolences Joan and family. In all my years between working at 10 Victoria and shoppers drug mart she always had a huge smile when greeting me. Could never recall my name but always remembered my dogs name and asked “how’s my Gus” Thinking of you all.
Bev Mackie says
August 30, 2022 at 8:13 pmI was sorry to hear of your mom’s passing Joan, although I haven’t seen her in years I will always remember what a kind lady she was. My deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Bev Mackie
Kristine Dave Curtis and Aidan Canty says
August 31, 2022 at 1:19 amJoanie, Leon, Chantelle, Edward, Christine and family,
Thinking of you at this sad time. When I think of aunty Betty I always remember her welcoming us for our visits at her home on grand trunk ave. I loved visiting her and our cousins there on our travels from red lake. Aunty Betty was always smiling, laughing and went out of her way to make us feel at home. She lived a good long life. Love to you all.
Stacey Colehouse says
August 31, 2022 at 3:08 amSending you much love Joan and family. Whether working at 10 Victoria or shoppers I was always greeted by Betty with a smile and “how’s my Gus” (my dog) I will never forget her.
In lieu of flowers, donation may be made to the First United Church in Betty’s memory.
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