Obituary of Donald W Borchers

William W. Borchers, age 89, died on Staurday December 1, 2012 at his home in South Plainfield. Born and raised in Spring Valley NY, Mr. Borchers has resided in South Plainfield since 1952. Prior to retiring Mr. Borchers was employeed as a Technical Engineer for Bell Labs for thirty five years. He served in the United States Army during World War II. Mr. Borchers was a member of the United Church of Christ, Congregational in Plainfield. He enjoyed spending his vacations at the family's lake house in the Adirondacks. Mr. Borchers is predeceased by his wife Marguerite; his two sons Douglas Borchers (12/25/11) and Richard Borchers (3/16/12). Surviving are his son William Borchers and his wife Rita of Walpole NH; two brothers Robert Borchers of Spring Hill FL and Ted Borchers of Virginia Beach, VA. He is also survived by two grandchildren Alison and Jonathan. To send condolences please visit www.higginsfuneralhome.com. Funeral services are private and are under the direction of Higgins Home for Funerals Plainfield.