James H. Borden

Pawtucket – James H. Borden, 84, passed away on Tuesday, November 28, 2017 after a courageous battle with a long illness. He was the beloved husband of Ruth “Jackie” (Kent) Borden for 42 years. Born in Seekonk, he was the son of the late Henry and Imin (Houle) Borden. Jimmy was a United States Army veteran of the Korean Conflict and a life member of the American Legion. He worked for many years at Tarpey Meats, Pawtucket; Newton Packaging Co. and more recently worked for the Pawtucket Housing Authority until his retirement. Jimmy also enjoyed spending time with the Curzake Family at R&R Farms in Seekonk. He was an avid New England Patriots football fan and in his youth he was a star football player at Pawtucket High School East, Class of 1952. Jimmy enjoyed playing golf, gardening, cooking for his friends and family, and caring for animals, especially his cherished dog, “Chloe”. Besides his beloved “bride” Jackie, he leaves his two daughters, Debra Johnson of Hollywood, FL and Sherri Turay and her husband,...