Gayle E. Borst

Gayle Elizabeth Borst died peacefully at her home. She was born on June 22,1942 in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada to John M. and Winifred “Peg” Birt, while her father was serving in the Canadian Navy. The family moved to Chicago, IL in 1944 and later settled in Niles, Mi when Gayle was 12 years old. Gayle was a 1960 Graduate of Niles High School and attended Ferris State University before marrying Barry R. Borst (surviving) in 1963. 

She is survived by their son John Christopher (Jenny); daughter Victoria; son Timothy; and three granddaughters: Gabi, Annie, and Olivia Borst. She is also survived by her brother, John (Nancy) Birt of Cary, IL and several nieces and nephews. 

Gayle was a Club Coordinator for Al-Bar 4-H for nearly 30 years, during which time she received the county's Outstanding 4-H Leader Award. She served for many years as a director of the Berrien County 4-H Foundation, becoming the first woman president for the Foundation. Gayle was also an active member of Trinity Episcopal Church in Niles, Mi for over 50 years, where she served on the Vestry and as Jr. and Sr. Warden over the years. She enjoyed bridge club and played once a month with a close group of friends for the past 45 years. 

In 1986, she and her husband opened Mr. B’s Restaurant in Niles and served the community for many years before continuing her desire to serve others at JCPenney’s in University Park Mall. Chances are if Gayle served you over the years, she made a personal connection with you. 

A rescheduled memorial service will be held in Gayle's honor on Saturday, October 30, 2021 at Trinity Episcopal Church, 9 S. 4th Street, Niles, MI 49120 from 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM. Luncheon to immediately follow. Palmer Funeral Homes - West Chapel assisted family with arrangements. Online expressions of sympathy may be left at www.palmerfuneralhomes.com.

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