William M. Borowy

William (Bill) Borowy passed away peacefully on February 14, 2022 at the age of 82 in Alexandria, Virginia. Bill was born on April 30, 1939 in Erie, Pennsylvania, son of the late Joseph & Helen Jean (Skreczkowska) Borowy. After graduating from Cathedral Prep & Gannon University, Bill moved to Detroit, Michigan where he embarked on a successful career in the automotive industry. With his strong value on education, Bill received an MBA from Wayne State University and a Masters in Econometrics from the University of Detroit, and remained a life-long learner. Bill retired from General Motors Truck & Bus (Pontiac Truck Assembly & Flint Truck Assembly) after 35 years where he served as General Superintendent of Truck Assembly. Retirement led to his residing in Florida and Ohio, and ultimately the last few years in Alexandria,VA. Married to his best friend & wife Mimi sharing 39+ wonderful, adventurous, and loving years. They traveled extensively across the United States and Europe, experiencing new cultures, and visiting with family and friends. Bill always pursued adventure. He loved sailing, snow skiing, and cruising on his 1997 Harley Springer. An avid fisherman, he and Mimi enjoyed fly fishing in Canada, Alaska, Wyoming, & the Florida Keys. Bill & Mimi’s interest in horses led to ownership in thoroughbred race horses, traveling to many race tracks across the country to watch them compete. Bill loved music, reading, and attending cultural events including live theatre, musical performances, art galleries, and museums. Attending major sporting events was also a passion, including The Indy 500 for 20 years, and The Breeders Cup for 22 consecutive years. Bill was a dedicated and devoted husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, & friend. He cherished time with his family and was always offering help and guidance to the many people who crossed his path in life, embracing them as family. A truly humble & most generous man, and proud of his Polish heritage. He is survived by his wife, Mariclaire “Mimi” (Baker) Borowy, daughters Vanessa Hendrickson, Elysia Borowy-Reeder (Scott), stepson Jeff Dunkelberger (Caitlin Garvey) and grandchildren Tyler Hendrickson (Kelly), Jordyn Hendrickson, Lucas Garvey, and Liam Garvey; his brother Charles Borowy (Louise), brother-in-law Douglas W. Baker, sister-in-law Marna F. (Baker) Johnson (Skip), as well as many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Preceding him in death are his sisters Jeanette Borowy, Jean Tuznik (Chester), Sally Grygier (Edward), Annabel Dailey (James) & brother Chester Borowy (Mary Barbara). Memorial donations are suggested to Cathedral Preparatory School, Erie, PA (www.prepvilla.com), Gannon University, Erie, PA (www.gannon.edu) or a charity of your choice. Family and friends may gather at Good Shepherd Catholic Church, 8710 Mount Vernon Highway, Alexandria, VA on Monday, May 2, 2022 from 10AM until Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30AM. For guests unable to attend, the ceremony can be viewed via livestream using this link https://youtu.be/cjezSnQzxNk

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William M. Borowy

April 30, 1939 - February 14, 2022