Luis F. Borges, age 86, of Somerset, passed away Wednesday, May 13, 2009 at Charlton Memorial Hospital. He was the husband of the late Maria De Carmo (Moniz-Bettencourt) Borges. Born in Furnas, Sao Miguel, Azores, son of the late Manuel & Maria Jose (Furtado) Borges. Prior to retiring, Luis worked as a Machine Operator for the former Joan Fabrics Co. and previously as an Electrician in Sao Miguel, Azores. He was also a parishioner of St. Michael Church.
He is survived by his 3 children: Louis A. Borges of Somerset; Margaret Galante of Ontario, Canada; and Osvalda Oliveira of Fall River. 2 Siblings: Jose Borges of Furnas, Sao Miguel, Azores and Suzanna Borges of Ribeira Grande, Sao Miguel, Azores. 8 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren, & several nieces & nephews.
His funeral will take place from the MANUEL ROGERS & SONS FUNERAL HOME, 1521 N. Main St. SATURDAY at 8:00 A.M. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Michael Church at 9:00 A.M. Interment in St. Patrick Cemetery, Somerset. Calling Hours FRIDAY 4-8 P.M.