Richard A. Boruta, Sr.
September 23, 1960 ~ September 17, 2017
Richard A. Boruta, Sr., age 57, of Geneva, died unexpectedly Sunday, September 17, 2017 at Geneva Medical Center.
He was born September 23, 1960 in Martins Ferry, OH and was a 1979 graduate of Buckeye West High School. He married Linda Zalewski on August 1, 1981 in Adena, OH. He was employed for over 30 years with Lincoln Electric. He enjoyed four wheeling, the outdoors, fishing, southern rock music, Cleveland Browns Football and Indians Baseball. Above all, Rich enjoyed spending time with his family and friends.
Rich is survived by his wife of 36 years, Linda; daughter Nichole Boruta of Geneva and son Richard, Jr. of Erie, PA; brother, Charles (Kristie) Boruta of Cadiz; sisters Carol (Bill) Williamson of Indiana and Becky Steiner of Georgia and many nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents Victor and Mary Boruta.
Friends will be received Wednesday, September 20, 2017 from 4 to 8 p.m. at Behm Family Funeral Home, 175 S. Broadway, Geneva. A funeral mass will be 11:00 a.m. Thursday, September 21, 2017 at St. Patrick Church, 16550 Rock Creek Rd., Thompson, OH. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to a charity of choice.
Friends may leave condolences online at www.behmfuneral.com
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I am so sorry to here of Richard's passing. Prayers go out to the family.
Linda, Richie, Nicole: we are so saddened to hear Richie's passing he was an incredible guy. Had so much Love for his family and everyone he came in contact with. Our thoughts and prayers are reaching out to you. He will be sadly missed. Love you all so much
I wanted to extend my sympathies to you on the sudden passing of your husband, Linda. I will keep you and your children in my prayers.
Our hearts are very heavy, Linda and Family, know that you have our deepest sympathy and love.
So sorry for your loss. Our families were neighbors and we grew up together. I have many happy memories of Chucky, Richy, Jerry and us The Flowers girls hanging out. Our deepest sympathy.
Linda, So very sorry to hear of your husband's passing. May the God of all comfort be your refuge and strength. Praying for your family. Psalm 23.
Linda so sorry for your lost. God's blessings to you and your family.
Ed and I send love and prayers. We always enjoyed spending time with you all. Linda, Richie and Nicole you are in our thoughts.
Our deepest sympathy and prayers are with you and your family at this most difficult time. May God give you the strength to persevere this hardship.
Love, John and Carol Boruta
So Sorry for your loss… Thoughts and prayers to you and your family!!
So very sorry. I have wonderful memories of a kind, fun loving cousin. I will always remember my Dad chasing Rich and Chuck around the house, how it was always fun to visit your family. Love and peace to all of you! Love, Patricia Boruta Sobleski Salman
Linda, Sorry for your loss, Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. May God give you strength in this difficult time.
So sorry for your loss. Sending prayers and hugs
Linda, I am so sorry to hear about your husband. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May God give you comfort in your time of grief.
So Sorry Linda And Family, Rich Was A Good Man, Sending Hugs And Prayers To You And Your Family!
Our thoughts and prayer are with you and your family. Bill & Joy Lachendro
I am so sorry to hear of Richs passing. Keeping your family in prayer Linda
So sorry to hear of Rich's passing. He was a good friend of mine in school. Prayers sent.
We just heard the sad news of Richs death. Our condolences to you and your family Linda. May you find strength in God. I have a lot of good memories of Rich while we were in school. , Richard and Tina Yarish
Linda, I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your husband. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
I'm so sorry for your loss. Prayers for the entire family.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. We send our love to you and hope that you can find peace. Rich will be missed. Know that we are here for you.
Thoughts and prayers to you and your family.
So sorry to hear about the passing of rich rich was a dear friend and will be missed