Thomas Walter Borchert was born on June 28, 1939 in Kansas City, Missouri. He graduated from William Chrisman High School in Independence. Thom proudly served in the United States Army during the Vietnam Era. After returning home, he graduated with a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Missouri Kansas City.
On June 21, 1977, Thom married his beloved wife Ruth Ann in Branson. They shared a life full of love and fun. They enjoyed square dancing and round dancing. They also made great memories on different cruises around the Caribbean and Alaska.
Thom worked diligently in sales. He was very active in the communities he lived. He had served as President of the Johnson County Outdoor Society around Kansas City. He also served as an Alderman in Rockaway Beach where he presently lived. Thom was also a servant of Christ and member of Praise and Worship Lutheran Church in Branson West.
Thom’s death was pronounced on November 27, 2022 at his home. He was 83.
Thom was preceded in death by his parents, Walter and Irene Borchert and his stepson, Brian Austin.
Left to cherish his memory are his wife, Ruth Ann Borchert; his daughter, Sherry Dakin (Dean) of Kansas City, MO; stepdaughter, Paula Austin of Bella Vista, AR; his sister, Mari Lou Diamond of IN, along with three grandchildren and two great grandchildren.
Details of a celebration of Thom’s life will be announced. Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Snapp-Bearden Funeral Home and Crematory, Branson.
In Thom’s memory, donations are requested to Shepherd of the Hills Humane Society, 2837 Shepherd of the Hills Expwy, Branson, MO 65616.
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