Donald “Don” Borden, 58 of Rochester passed away on Saturday, Jan. 16, 2016, at his home.

Born on May 15, 1957, in Fulton County, Donald Arthur Borden was the cherished son of Charles and Maleta Barkman Borden. During his high school years, Don was among five drummers playing percussion for the band. He also was a lineman for the Zebra football team. In 1975 with great pride, Don graduated from Rochester High School.

On Sept. 28, 1996, in Rochester, Don married the love of his life and best friend Patricia “Pat” White Borden. Together they enjoyed nearly nine years of life’s adventures.

For many years Don worked at Lobdell-Emery in Argos. Currently he was employed by Wilson Fertilizer and Grain of Rochester. His memberships include the National Rifle Association, Eagles Lodge # 852, Manitou V.F.W. Post # 1343, Leroy Shelton American Legion Post # 36, Sons of the American Legion.

An avid American sportsman, Don enjoyed hunting deer and rabbit. He also fished the sparkling waters of Lake Manitou, catching the limit of blue gill on many summer days. Late spring would bring on the planting of the flower gardens around the home, enhancing the landscape. Don and Pat collaborated with many wood working projects creating gifts for family and custom projects for special friends. On Friday night upon his return home from work, Don would head to the refrigerator and exclaim, “It’s Miller time!”

Don will be lovingly remembered by his wife: Pat, at home; two sons: Bryan Borden; Greg Borden, both of Springfield, Ohio; two grandsons: William and Steve Borden, Springfield, Ohio; several step-grandchildren; his feline companions: Calley the calico; and Stripy the tiger cat. He was preceded in death by his parents.

A celebration of the life of Mr. Donald “Don” Borden will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 20, in the Good Family Funeral Home, Rochester. Rev. Junior Bose will officiate. His family will receive friends on 4-7 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 19, and an hour prior to his services.

Preferred memorials in lieu of flowers may be made to the American Heart Association, Indianapolis, or the Animal Care and Adoption Center, Rochester.