John Wesley Borosky, Sr.

1928 - 2013

John Wesley Borosky, Sr. obituary, 1928-2013

BORN

1928

DIED

2013

FUNERAL HOME

Roselawn Funeral Home and Cemetery

450 Courthouse Road

Princeton, West Virginia

John Borosky, Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on May 21, 2013.

Union – John Wesley Borosky, Sr., 84, of Union, WV, formerly of Welch, WV, passed away Sunday, May 19, 2013 at the Springfield Center in Lindside, WV.

Born May 29, 1928 in Tidewater, WV, he was the son of the late Mike and Rosa Colvard Borosky.

John lived most of his life in McDowell County, having resided in Union for the past twelve years. John was of the Protestant faith and had worked his entire life in the coal industry. He was the owner of Brown's Creek Mine Supply of Welch, WV from which he retired. He served his country in the United States Navy from 1946-1948. He was a member of many civic organizations and was devoted to serving his community.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his first wife Carolyn Neil, one son – Michael D. Borosky, 2 brothers and 2 sisters.

Left to cherish his memory is his wife Sheila Borosky, 3 daughters – Jonna Kay "Katherine" Borosky of Pittsburgh, PA, Jennifer Coleman and husband Dale of Scott Depot, WV, Jo Ellen "Jodi" Tibbs and husband David of Fishersville, VA and one son – John Wesley Borosky, Jr. and wife Hillary of Waynesboro, VA. He also leaves behind 5 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren.

Funeral services for John will be held on Saturday, May 25, 2013 at Roselawn Funeral Home Chapel, 450 Courthouse Rd., Princeton, WV at 1:00 p.m. with Diane Hall and Ernest B. "Sonny" Gheen officiating. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service.

Burial will follow in Roselawn Memorial Gardens with John Wesley Borosky, Jr., Greg Coleman, Adam Tibbs, Dale Coleman, David Tibbs and Ralph Tinney serving as pallbearers.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the charity of one's choice.

To leave online condolences with the family, please visit www.roselawnfuneral.com

Services entrusted to Roselawn Funeral Home and Cemetery, Princeton, WV.

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May 30, 2013

ryan jennings

Thoughts and prayers are with you. Sorry for your Loss

May 25, 2013

Rusty, Amy, Brody, & Chloe Belcher

Sheila, we are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

May 24, 2013

Sorry for your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Wallace and Mary Dawn (Roope) Lockhart

May 23, 2013

Patricia and David Robinette and Family

May God bless your family throughout this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May God grant you the strength and comfort that only he can.

May 23, 2013

Edward and June Cline

May God bless your family. We are really sorry to hear of John's passing. We have many fond memories of the Borosky family in Welch for years. Our deepest thoughts and prayers are with your family.

May 23, 2013

The Wilkens

Sheila, we are so sorry to hear of John's passing, our thoughts and prayers are of you and the family during this difficult time. We hope the you may find some comfort in knowing he is in a better place and at peace. Our love to all, Janice & Bob, Kate & Doug, and Megan.

May 23, 2013

Ethel Musick

Sheila, Sorry for your loss. Will be keeping you and your family in our thoughts and prayers. John and Ethel Musick

May 23, 2013

Cathy Crouse

Sheila, we are so sorry to hear of John's passing. We will be praying for peace and comfort for the entire family through these days and the days to come. I will always remember how much he loved watching John Wesley play ball.
Mike and Cathy Crouse

May 23, 2013

Kuppy/Bety KUPPUSAMI

Shelia, I am so sorry for your loss. I remember you both with such good memories. Will be thinking about your family today and tomorrow. Take care and may God fill your heart with good memories and good times. Love Kuppy and Betty (Kuppusami)

May 22, 2013

Sherry Belcher

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

May 21, 2013

Reta Belk

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during your time of loss. Love, Ron and Reta Belk Daniel

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