Family Businessman, Small Business Owner, Mason, Robert “Bob” Lee Borchert, Passes Away at Age of 75
By Connect-Bridgeport Staff on July 30, 2024
Robert “Bob” Lee Borchert, 75, of Weston, passed away on Thursday, July 25, 2024, at Manchin Assisted Living in Bridgeport. Bob was a previous member of St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Weston, and in keeping with his faith, we find solace in the words of Psalm 46:1-2, “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Therefore, we will not fear though the earth gives way.”
Born in Weston on April 20, 1949, Bob was the first born son of the late Clarence Lee Borchert and Pearl Brown Borchert. In addition to his
parents, Bob was preceded in death by one brother, John Frederick Borchert; and one brother-in-law, Thomas Stephen Alfred.
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Forever cherishing their memories of Bob are three daughters: Gretchen Valentine Burke and husband, Matthew, of Huntersville, NC, Cynda Leigh Wilmesher and husband, Matthew, of Cornelius, NC, and Katherine Anne Davis and husband, Corey, of Morgantown; two grandchildren: Ayden Johnathon Burke and Ryan Leeland Burke; one brother, Dr. Christopher Allen Borchert and wife, Pamela Nicholson, of Weston; two sisters: Mary Lou Borchert and husband, Gerald G. Williams, of Pittsburgh, PA, and Nancy Lee Alfred of Weston; and several nieces and nephews.
Bob was a man of many talents and interests. He was a graduate of Weston High School class of 1967 and later Marshall University, where he earned a Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Advertising, and Business. Bob was deeply involved in the family-owned business, Colonial Glass, from 1971-1975. In addition, he was a licensed electrician and sold insurance in the 1980s. His entrepreneurial spirit led him to buy R & M Printing and start his own business, Colonial Press Printing, which he ran until his retirement in 2008. In addition to his professional achievements, Bob was a passionate target shooter, earning the title of state champion in handgun target shooting. He also thoroughly enjoyed woodworking and painting. His commitment to community was evident through his membership in the Weston Masonic Lodge #10 AF & AM since 1985, serving as Master of Lodge from 2010-2011. He was also a member of the Nemesis Shriners Club #315. Bob was a man of great character, loved by all who knew him, and will be deeply missed.
Family and friends will gather at Pat Boyle Funeral Home and Cremation Service located at 144 Hackers Creek Rd. in Jane Lew from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wednesday, July 31, 2024. Funeral Services will begin at 1 p.m. on Wednesday in the Pat Boyle Funeral Home Chapel with Deacon Al Pritchard officiating. Interment will follow at Weston Masonic Cemetery with Masonic Rites performed by Weston Lodge #10.
We, at Pat Boyle Funeral Home and Cremation Service, are honored and privileged to serve the family of Robert “Bob” Lee Borchert.