Merilyn G Borchers

Merilyn G. Borchers age 79, of Russia, Ohio, died at 10:00 PM on Monday July 6, 2020 at her home surrounded by family.  She was born January 6, 1941 in Darke County to the late Lewis E. & Martha E. (Baltes) Wagaman.  She married Edward Borchers on July 14, 1962 at St. Remy Church, Russia.  He survives in Russia,  She is also survived by children: Michele Stoltz, Englewood, Ohio, Doug & Beth Borchers, Russia, Dave & Nicki Borchers, Russia, Kim & Darrin Poeppelman, Maria Stein, 19 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren, brother: John & Betty Wagaman, Versailles, in-laws: Jim York, Versailles, Erna & Charles Voisard, Russia, Carolyn Joseph, Dayton, Joan & John Glaser, Beavercreek, Jerry Borchers, Russia, Judie & Ron Stauffer, Versailles, Don & Treva Borchers, Russia, Greg & Carol Borchers, Russia, and numerous nieces & nephews.  She was preceded in death by grandson Andrew Poeppelman, sister Ann York, brother Mike Wagaman, sister-in-law Sue Borchers and brother-in-law Emmett Joseph.  She was a member of St. Remy Catholic Church, Russia. She was a founding member of the Russia Ladies Park Group to generate funds for Russia’s first children’s community playground.  Merilyn was also a member of local tennis and bridge clubs, where she made many lasting friendships.  She established the Edward and Merilyn Borchers Family Foundation and volunteered with local families to support children with disabilities.  The care of her family was her life’s priority. Merilyn gave herself wholeheartedly through her presence and encouragement at all her children’s and grandchildren’s events.  Her humble acts of service at family gatherings often went unnoticed, but the love she had for her family never did.   Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10:30 AM Friday July 10, 2020 at St. Remy Catholic Church, Russia with Rev. Martin Fox, celebrant. The mass will be live streamed on St Remy’s YouTube page. Burial will follow in St. Remy Cemetery.  Friends may call from 2 to 8 PM on Thursday July 9 and from 9 to 10 AM on Friday, July 10 at Hogenkamp Funeral Home, Russia. Social distancing will be observed during the viewing and Mass. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to RACK Random Acts of Christian Kindness, Wilson Hospice and Rustic Hope. Condolences may be left at www.hogenkampfh.com .