After high school Borgie went to work for the Farmer's Union Co-op in Wisner managing the creamery division. In May of 1944, he joined the United States Navy and spent most of his time at sea in the Asiatic Pacific Theatre during combat. Borgie served aboard the USS Phaon. In March of 1946, following military duty, he returned to Wisner and the Farmer's Union Co-op until going to work for Otto Albers Chevrolet in Wisner. In 1952, Borgie moved to Fremont and was employed by Nick Neff Motors. Then he worked for Diers Ford for many years until retiring. And then he went to work for the Sid Dillon dealership selling cars until his health began to fail in 2004.
He was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Fremont. He was a 'Life Member' of VFW Post 854 and American Legion Post 20, both of Fremont. He was also a charter member of the WW II National Monument in Washington, DC. Borgie has enjoyed attending many of his ship's reunions over the years. And he was a member of the Sertoma Club and a 50 year member of the TPA.
On Febr. 4, 1940, he was married in Wisner to Wilma Marx and she preceded him in death on May 10, 1971. Later, on June 10, 1972, he was married in Pierce to Ethel Rosenkotter.
Survivors: wife Ethel
1 daughter Cory and husband John Rabe of Lincoln
2 sons Gary and wife Kathryn Borgmeyer of Fremont
Rodney and wife Janet Borgmeyer of Fremont
6 grandchildren
7 great grandchildren
1 brother Max and wife Sylvia Borgmeyer of Fremont
The funeral service will be 10:30 on Thursday (June 18, 2009) at Trinity Lutheran Church in Fremont with the Rev. Michael Meyer officiating. The committal will follow in Memorial Cemetery with Military Honors by the Fremont Honor Guard. Memorials are suggested to Trinity Lutheran Church and School. Visitation will be on Wednesday from 2:00pm to 8:00pm with the family receiving friends from 6pm to 8pm at the Ludvigsen Mortuary Chapel. Visitation will continue one hour before the service at the church.
Online guestbook at www.Ludvigsenmortuary.com
Condolences(7)
Mike & Janet Funk
Fremont, NE Thursday, June 18, 2009 I used to look forward to having our cars serviced at Dillons because Borgie would come over and make the time just fly by! He had so many great stories that I don't think I ever heard the same one twice. He is one great guy that will be missed most definitely. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all....Cindy (Story) Heiden
Fremont, NE Wednesday, June 17, 2009 Cory and Family - Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of your loss. Borgie was a part of so many wonderful memories in my life. I hope you will all find peace in his passing.Garry McIntosh
fremont, Ne Wednesday, June 17, 2009 Lynne and I extend our sympathy to the Borgmeyer family. I worked with Borgie at Diers and later at Sid Dillons. Besides the car business, I learned about everything from World War 11 history to fixing lamps. Even with the thirty year jump on our ages, I could never keep up with him. A true gentleman.( TJ ) Teresa Johnson
Scribner, NE Wednesday, June 17, 2009 Dear Borgie may the angels kiss your smiling face each day , we will miss you here on earth. You was a one of a kind Guy . you could make us laugh and could brighten everyday with your sense of humor. May your wife know that we will miss her coming here everyday. Ethel if you need anything let us know ..GOD SPEED TO YOU ALL !!Angelica Lupton
Fremont, Ne Wednesday, June 17, 2009 I will never forget Borgie. Everyday he made my day worth it, I thank his family for allowing me a chance to know him. Ill miss his sayings. ooo lets go to your house! or you know your a good judge of whisky, or the way he would help me call bingo! I will never forget how greatful he was always thanking me for everything he was one of a kind and will be forever in my heart. He is the best ive known.Rod Denison
Lincoln, NE Tuesday, June 16, 2009 Sorry to hear about your loss and send my sympathy to all of your family.Mark and Suzanne Baker
Omaha, NE Tuesday, June 16, 2009 Rod, Janet and family - so sorry to hear of your dads passing. He's at peace now. It's never easy to lose a loved one, but know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.