Henry A. Borg

Henry A. Borg of Romeo passed away under Cape Coral Hospice gracious care on October 19, 2018. Henry was born on September 10, 1926 in Detroit, MI to Reno Sr. and Hattie (Uchwat) Borg. He joined the US Navy in 1944 and served in WWII as a 3rd class electrician's mate earning several medals. He married Anna Mudar in 1950 and went on to attend Michigan State University under the GI bill. They had two daughters while he attended MSU, Nancy & Debbie. He graduated in June of 1956 with a B.S.in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering & Packaging. He received many engineering patents during his working career. He retired from the US Army Warren Tank facility in June of 1988. He served as a Registered Code Official and Electrical Inspector in the Village of Romeo and various other Townships for over 42 years. He owned Borg Electric and trained journeyman electricians to pass their master test to become certified licensed contractors. In 1982, he purchased 1959 31ft. Richardson cabin cruiser. For over 30 years he worked to rebuild this boat from the keel up. During this project, he acquired a new passion for woodworking and made beautiful handcrafted pieces for family members. He loved working in his woodshop. Henry was devoted to his family and adored his grandchildren. Henry was a lifetime member of VFW Post #2052, honorary lifetime member of the North Macomb Sportsman Club and the Elk's Club. He was also a member of St. Clement Catholic Church of Romeo, Michigan. Henry was preceded in death by his spouse, Anna (Mudar) Borg in October 1997, as well as his parents and brother Reno Borg. Henry is survived by his significant other, Karen Riley of Ft. Myers, FL; his daughters Nancy (Jerry) Wildeboer of Berwyn, PA and Deborah (John) Obrecht of Bruce Township, MI; brothers Ernie (Carole Lutes) & Richard Borg; sister Cynthia (Paul) Sultana; grandchildren Carolyn (Nate) Bielawski, Eric (Jasmine DeForest); and great grandchildren James, Owen and Henry John Bielawski. The family is planning a private service. Family members suggest in lieu of flowers donations be sent to the Henry M. Malburg Funeral Home where the family will award the funds to a Romeo High 2019 graduate in Hank's memory.