Mr James John Borgo Jr. Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Worthington – James J. Borgo, Jr., 75, of Worthington died unexpectedly on September 11th at his home. A resident of Lenox for much of his life, Jim was born on November 7, 1942 in Pittsfield, MA to the late James and Louise Sires Borgo. Jim attended local schools including Lenox High School. After high school, he worked for several years as a cook at the former Cranwell Preparatory School in Lenox, and later was employed by the Town of Lenox DPW for 22 years. Jim most recently was also a cabulance driver for Berkshire/AMR Ambulance for 15 years. Jim enjoyed hunting in his younger years and always liked to go fishing, especially with his wife, and attending functions with his beloved family. You could always catch Jim routing for his favorite New England sports teams especially the Red Sox. Jim’s dedication and love for his family and friends never went unnoticed. James and his wife, Louise E. Blake were married on June 27, 1987 in Lenox. Besides his wife of Worthington, and cat Persia, James is survived by his children; Christopher Stanton (Molly Germain) of Hinsdale, Jeffrey Stanton (Shannon) of Earlton, NY, daughter-in-laws, Lori Stanton and Tammy Stanton, ten grandchildren and eleven great-grandchildren; his brothers Donald H. Borgo (Myong N.) of Cape Coral, FL. and Gerald D. Borgo (Carol) of Lenox; nieces and nephews Kelly L. Streit (Martin) and grand-nieces Amanda and Dominique of Pittsfield, Donald H. Borgo, Jr., and grand-nephew Justin of Cape Coral, FL., Lisa Garzone and grand-niece Samantha of Lanesborough, Melissa A. Kruse (Jeremy) and the apple of his eye, grand-nephew Jackson of Nassau, NY., Jennifer L. Denovellis (Anthony) of Pittsfield. Besides his parents, James is pre-deceased by his 2 sons, Timothy Stanton, Jr., and Todd Stanton; and his best furry friend BoBo. The funeral service for Mr. James John Borgo, Jr., will be held on Monday, September 17, 2018 at 6:00pm at the Roche Funeral Home, with Rev. Michael Tuck, rector of Trinity Church in Lenox, officiating. Calling hours will be held from 4:00pm until the time of service. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests a donation to help defray funeral expenses be made to Roche Funeral Home, 120 Main Street, Lenox, MA 01240. To share memories and stories please visit rochefuneralhome.com

Mr James John Borgo Jr.

November 7, 1942 - September 11, 2018