Elizabeth Dora Borstelman

Elizabeth Dora Borstelman age 94, of Napoleon, died Thursday night, April 27, 2023 at Northcrest Rehab and Nursing.

Her Legacy… Liz was born January 21, 1929 to Henry J. and Erna (Wilkens) Koster in Wood County.  In 1948, she married Victor E. Borstelman.  She was a homemaker and member of St. Paul Lutheran Church, Napoleon.  Liz was also an auxiliary member of the Napoleon VFW and American Legion.

Her Family… Liz is survived by sons: Roger (Elaine), Napoleon, Michael (Sandi) , Napoleon, Rick, Tampa, FL, Terry (Deb), Napoleon, Tom (Joan), Napoleon, Gary (Erin), Kansas City, KS and Jerry (Carrie), Napoleon: her favorite daughter, Sue (Dave) Cooper, Napoleon; 22 grandchildren; 39 great grandchildren and one great great granddaughter.  She was preceded in death by her loving husband Vic, of 72 years on August 31, 2020, a grandson Richard and siblings: Johanna Koster, Henry Koster, Jr., Erika Fedderke, Madonna Tietje, Maria Lange and Freddy Koster.

Her Farewell Services… Friends will be received in St. Paul Lutheran Church, Napoleon on Tuesday, May 2, 2023 starting at 10:00 am.  The celebration of Elizabeth’s life will then be at 12:00 pm with Reverend Logan Scheiwe and Reverend Pete Marcis officiating.   Burial will follow in Glenwood Cemetery, Napoleon.  Contributions in memory of Liz can be made to the Henry County Senior Center or a charity of your choice.