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James Borys Obituary

Borys, James T.

James T. Borys, age 74, United States Army Veteran of the Vietnam War, passed away September 30, 2021. Beloved husband of Linda S. (nee Verkinder). Loving father of Nick Borys, Jenna (Todd) Marcum, Bryan (Angela) Borys, and Ashley (Matthew) Cucio. Cherished grandfather of Taylor, Dylan, Damien, Joshua, Jackson, Zoey, Max, and Reese. Dear brother of Sandy (the late Don) Grady, Paul Borys, and the late Brent Borys. Dearest son of the late Theodore and Irene Borys. James was a lifetime member and Quartermaster of Markham VFW Post #9801. He was a retired 35 year employee of Illinois Bell. James enjoyed hunting and fishing in his spare time. He will be greatly missed by his loving family and all who knew him. Visitation is Tuesday, October 5, 2021 from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the McKenzie Funeral Home, 15618 S. Cicero Avenue, Oak Forest, Illinois. Family and friends will meet for the Interment and Military Honors at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery, Elwood, Illinois on Tuesday, October 12, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. For information: 708-687-2990

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Oct. 3, 2021.

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Pete and Laura Galvin

October 5, 2021

Jim will always be a great friend to us and missed whenever we drink the Jameson´s
Also a good hunting buddy. We´ll miss him at deer camp where he got the nickname "JimBob"

Glenn Kasprzyk

October 4, 2021

A great loss to several families, Jim´s personal family, his telephone family, and his Canadian fishing family. My deepest sympathy to Jim´s personal family, and he will be missed by us in his other families; a great friend, work partner, fishing & hunting pal, RIP Jim

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Mary Kinsella & Don Kinsella

October 4, 2021

So sorry to hear of your loss, Jim was a great friend and I have some wonderful memories of him. He was loved by my family and he will never be forgotten. Prayers for his family at this heartbreaking time.God Bless

Jan Wahlen

October 3, 2021

Such sad news. Offering sincere condolences. Hoping that wonderful memories will bring peace and comfort.
Rest in peace Jim.

Eileen Burke Olson

October 3, 2021

Sincere condolences to the Borys family! I remember Jim's smile and love for his famiy! May you find peace in all of the great memories you share.

Bruce & Claudia Embree

October 3, 2021

Jim was our neighbor and friend for over 20 years. We built our homes in the country to enjoy some open space. What a great neighbor and guy! Our deepest sympathies to Linda, the kids and all those grandkids. We know how much he will be missed by all. Rest in peace Jim.

Paula Taylor (Steinmetz)

October 2, 2021

Jim was my Sawyer neighbor in Markham for most of my life. It was a family bond we all had for many many years. The laughs and memories will always be there..I will miss you "Toad"..Love "PJ" . My love and sympathy to Linda, and all of the family..

Dave Fiedler

October 2, 2021

Jim was a great guy and will be missed by all. I worked with Jim and have many great memories Sheila and I send our sympathies to Linda and his family.

Bill Isom

October 2, 2021

Jim was an all around great guy, worked for him and we became friends, I would even call to talk with his mom before her passing. I hope the Lord comforts the Borys family during these difficult times, R.I.P. my good friend.

Cheryl Bauer

October 2, 2021

My deepest sympathy on the family's loss, I enjoyed working with Jim so much. He made work enjoyable. So sorry to hear of his passing. He was a remarkable person. God bless you all. Truly Jim will be missed by so rmany.

Randi Disharoon

October 2, 2021

Linda, Ashley, Bryan and family - I am so sorry to hear about your your dad. I have wonderful memories of the many Thanksgivings we got togethers at your house . Your dad cooking one of the turkeys out on the deck . Take care of each other.My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family .

Terry McDonald

October 2, 2021

Jim was a great friend and as a member of our vfw for over 50 years he was a great member and qaurtermaster he kept all post records in order!! As a fellow Vietnam vet qe used to talk about both our times over there we both got cancer from agent orange and we talked a lot about our treatments!! If you had the pleasure of knowing Jim you know how much he will be missed!! My condolences to linda and his family!! To my brother Jim rest in peace till we meet again!!

Deanna De Keyser

October 2, 2021

Dennis and I are keeping you in our thoughts. We have been sharing memories of Jim, his laugh, his jokester ways and when Mike and I surprised him at the White Elephant for an Italian beef and a cold one.
I can still hear his voice, I know you are all hurting, love to you all.

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