In Loving Memory
Paul Allan Borys
September 7, 1959 – December 6, 2023
Funeral Service December 15, 2023
Gilbert, AZ
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Paul Allan Borys Obituary
We are saddened by the loss of our beloved husband, father, son, brother and Papa, Paul Allan Borys, 64 of Gilbert, AZ on Dec 6, 2023.
Paul was born, the oldest of 4 boys, on September 7, 1959, to Don and Connie Borys in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. He spent his first 18 years in Garden City, went on to college for 2 years, then began his 38 year career in the family business Border Glass & Aluminum which taught him many valuable skills and afforded him an early and comfortable retirement in 2016. In 1980 Paul relocated to Saskatchewan where he met and married his wife of 42 years, Norine (Affleck). Over the next many years, they lived in Saskatoon, Calgary, Regina, Winnipeg, and Gatineau, QC, growing their family of 4 and establishing lasting friendships in each location. In 2008 they moved to Gilbert, AZ where they were residing when Paul passed away after a heroic 19 month battle with pancreas cancer.
Left to grieve his absence are his wife Norine of Gilbert, AZ; daughter Melissa and husband Myles O’Regan and son Jamieson of Winnipeg, MB; son Jefferson and wife Amy, of St Paul, MN; son Benjamin of Mesa, AZ; and 3 very dear grandchildren, Archie, Ramona and Frederick of St Paul, MN. Paul is also survived by his parents, Don and Connie Borys, brothers David (Kathy), Stephen (Hazel), and Tim (Shelly) all of Winnipeg, MB; and many nieces and nephews for whom Uncle Paul figured large, as well as uncles, aunts, cousins and inlaws. Paul is preceded in death by his four grandparents, among whom was Vera LeVasseur, whose life and choices have had eternal impact on Paul and the Borys family.
Paul made his choice to serve God as a boy of 9, and remained true to that purpose all his life, finding even deeper joy and satisfaction in that choice in the last years of his life. Above the many and varied interests Paul pursued throughout his life, none was greater than the investment he made in people. Everyone was worth getting to know, young or old. Strangers were just friends he hadn’t yet met and every good day or activity was improved by sharing it with others. In all of his life’s efforts, foremost was his concern for the needs of his family and friends. He was our #1 cheerleader and was happily unobservant of the faults of his loved ones; he was quick both to forgive and to apologize. Many is the child who wished Paul was their dad. We will all miss him deeply the rest of our days.
Viewing to be held on Friday, Dec 15 at 10am with funeral service to follow at 11:00 am. Live-streaming to begin at 10:30 am.
Interment of his ashes on a later date at a location overlooking the lake he loved so well.
If desired, memorial donations may be made to the Seena Magowitz Foundation.
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Glad to have known you and your family a very little but precious time .
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Dear Norine and family,
T’is a great Victory won when our Father calls, one by one His little children to enter into the Eternal
Treasure.
Mildred Ausenhus
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thinking of you these days, Norine and family. So many have memories of Paul, His life touched so many. So grateful that you can know a comfort from above.
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Norine and family- our sincere condolences on your great loss. We’ve been thinking back to your time in Gatineau when all of our children were young. Such good memories!
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I always appreciated Paul’s friendship .He was encouraging even in the way he faced the end of his time here. Condolences to all the family.
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Greatly appreciated meeting with Paul and Norine in Arizona. Paul was a godly man and example to all. May your love and memories of Paul provide comfort.
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Thankful for the sweet influence of Paul’s life and thinking of you all, Norine, Family and all of Paul’s loved ones who will miss him most keenly.
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Condolences for the loss in your family. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Boston, Keely and Zekiel Rowe
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He’s safe home. His work here is done. I am thankful he left with so many good memories. I was very pleased that he was the elder at my Wednesday night meeting in Winnipeg. I cherish the memory of times we were together. Norine, may you find sufficient strength to continue life, without your dearest friend. ♥️
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Sweet words spoken about a man I never met, but have great respect for.
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To all of Paul’s family. The deep loss is accompanied by an even deeper peace that only God can give. Thinking of you all. Ken and Laura Kostenuk
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Dear Noreen and family, we mourn Paul’s passing with you. And yet we find joy in thinking of Paul seeking that better country, and now having found it. Our thoughts are warmly towards you.
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Sending sympathy and love to all the family, and we’re thankful for his faithful service to God!
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Paul was my brother in law. He took an interest in me and tried to help me get work when I was young. Set up interviews for me and helped me with my resume. He always loved to help anyone he could. Paul also loved his Bible. When ever i visited, I always saw him reading. So thankful for his influence and grace.
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Always appreciated his kindness and hospitality.
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Thinking of you all, this day. Many memories to keep and hold onto.
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Our thoughts are with Noreen and family at this time.
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I’m thankful to have met Paul when I lived in Arizona. I had been working at the Chandler airport, Senior year of high school Paul offered to take me flying in his Carbon Cub for my introductory flight. I will never forget that flight. I started flight training after I graduated. As a pilot, it’s always a thrill when you see people get the flying ‘bug.’ My thoughts and prayers go out to Norine and the Borys family.
Blue Skies and tailwinds!
With love and care,
-Neil
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Dear Norine, Melissa, Jamie, Jeff and Ben: our thoughts are full of memories and care. Paul’s love and strength is an amazing gift to you and all who knew him.
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Norine & Family,
Thinking of you all today – with love. So thankful we got to be on the receiving end of Paul’s friendly care & smile.
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Our thoughts & prayers are with you Norine & family. A dear man who definitely made great impression on everyone he came in touch with. May he rest in peace & contentment in knowing he lived a Godly life. Big hugs from us as we watch from Saskatoon.
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Our deepest sympathy for you and your family. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
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Sending our deep sympathy to all of the family
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He will be missed!
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thinking of you especially Norine, and family today.
Roberta and Merv McLeod
Jade, Schae and Chase and Autumn
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Wishing strength and love to all friends and family
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Love to all Paul’s family who will dearly miss him. He was a pillar for his family.
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Our hearts are very close to you as we watch from a distance.
He was such a faithful kind man
Encouraging to us all
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Thinking of you all today as you say goodbye. We are grateful for our times with Paul and with your family over the years, and count every memory dear.
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I am so, so sorry for the loss of Paul. Met him when we were only teenagers. My sincere condolences to his family. He was a great person.
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Dear Norine, Melissa, Jamie, Jeff and Ben, We are so sorry for your great loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. We have good memories from the year you lived in Gatineau and our fellowship together. Our deepest condolences to each of you.
Roger & Anna Crandlemire, Ottawa Ontario
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As we’ve prayed for you often during the last months, today may God draw you all close to Him, the Comforter, and close to one another, in what is a very great loss to your family. Paul has given his best to all he has endeavored…most admirable. It’s way too soon for you to lose him, but because of how he lived, you will never forget him…
All our love and sympathy,
Darrell and Bonnie
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My deepest condolences to Jamie and family. May your best memories shine through these hard times. I didn’t know your dad well, but if he’s anything like you. He was a heck of a good guy.
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Thinking of you Noreen and all your family gathered today in memory of Paul…and our thoughts are with those who would love to be there with you but cannot…life is very real…sending love 💕
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Norine and family:
We have many great memories of our time in Winnipeg with your dear family. Would really have loved to have been there in person, but are grateful to be there in spirit.
Our thoughts are with you at this time.
With love,
Dave and Dianne Kneesch
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Our deepest condolences to you and all your family Norine. May Christ bring him freedom and peace.
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Love and prayers to the entire family. He will be missed.
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We have lots of wonderful memories of Paul. He was such an encouraging friend to us.We are thinking of you today.
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Dear Noreen & Family
Thinking of you in the loss of your husband, father , grandfather that was well loved. He loved the things of God that inspired many. Glad for his faithful life and his faithful influence. Our hearts go out to you all.
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Sending thoughts of sympathy and care to all the family, with love and care.
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To Paul’s family,
Paul and I met on Saturday March 3, 2018. Not surprisingly, we met at the Casa Grande airport. It was striking how much zest he had for life. His enthusiasm for flying airplanes was off of the charts.
We shared many flying adventures. My heart is filled with gratitude that he came into my life.
Paul was a good man, and a tremendous friend. Above all, he was an was a terrific role model for all who aspired to be faithful to God.
Hugs and prayers for each of you.
Warm regards,
Steve & Barb
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Dear Norine and family,
While we cannot be there in person we are there with you all in spirit today.
All our love.
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our hearts and thoughts are with you all today as you put a very dear man to rest.
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We are sorry for your loss. It was a pleasure to know Paul on a professional and personal level. Every time I think of Paul it makes me smile as I remember the good things.
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Thank you for lots of good memories of Paul and all the family. Sending sympathy and hugs. Roxie Wilde
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We’re so very sorry for your loss
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Dear Norine and family,
Our sincere condolences. We are thinking of you.
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Dear Norine and Family,
So many memories of Paul and your family. He will be greatly missed. Special thoughts to each one of you.
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Heavens gain is our loss he will be missed
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Dear Noreen and family, It’wonderful to know that Paul is in Paradise today, but your best friend on earth will be missed. We have many very special memories over the years. We love you all very much.
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We can attest to Paul’s ability to make us feel that we were worth knowing. We have many memories of Paul, with Noreen by his side, just being there, as a part of our support system. Specific times that come to mind are the time you fetted us as young people on our own, making the long trip out for our wedding, both of your genuine enthusiasm for our children, on their first camping trip, and invites to Granite. Your care as a couple for our extended families touched our hearts- our young nephews adored piloting the pontoon. We especially appreciated in later years, special Sundays we had with you during the summer months, and Wednesdays at the lake. It was always an extra encouragement to be with you both. Our love and care is with all of you as grieve the loss of your dear Paul.
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Dear Norine and all the family
Our sincere sympathy to all the families. We are thinking of you all during this time.
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Dear Norine & family & Borys family,
So sorry for your loss. Thinking of you all.
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Special thoughts go to you Norine and each one of the family.
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Dearest family left behind!
Our hearts go out to you Norine and the immediate family, and our love and heartfelt condolences to each of you.
“The memory of the just is blessed
And the path of the just is as a shining Light, shineth more and more unto the perfect day”
As part of Paul’s investment in people, I remain thankful his life crossed mine.
With love, Robbie n Elva
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Wishing you and your family good days ahead, Noreen. Stanley Sharpe used to say “God gave us a memory so that we can have roses in December.” Nobody can take these memories away and we can be comforted by that.
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Norine and family… hugs to you all. Our thoughts are with you these days.
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I’m so sorry for your loss. He will be missed
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We will miss you…I have a clear memory of your zeal that grew stronger as time passed. Your gentle spirit meant much to me.
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Oh Noreen, thinking of you and your family so much these days.
Remembering our Winnipeg days – they were very special and meant a lot to us.
Memories are beautiful things and you will cherish every one of them.
Much love and care
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Norine and Family,
Thinking of you at this time .. sending you my sympathy..
your journey has been different than mine .. but it is not easy to say that final goodbye .. trust you will know comfort from above ❤️
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We miss you Paul. We will always miss you. Norine and family we love you. Cherish every special memory you have in your hearts. ❤️
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Thinking of you and your family Norine.
With love and care.
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So glad for this opportunity to send a note to the family.
Memories are precious of our mtgs with Paul and
Norine at Jerry and Sharon Morton’s in Arizona in the
winter. Kind thoughts and deepest sympathy, from
Rich and Verlaine’s sister, Betty (Weiland) Droel.