Patricia A. “Patti” Borkman, 84, of Leominster MA, passed away peacefully on January 18, 2026. She was the beloved wife of Wilfred Borkman, with whom she shared 33 years of marriage. She was born in Fitchburg on May 26, 1941, to Myles and Margaret Lockwood (Gruber).
Patti spent most of her life in the Fitchburg/Leominster area and worked in food services. Some may remember her time at Bickfords and Burger King. In 1993 she moved with her husband to Fort Wayne Indiana until they returned to the area in 2007.
She enjoyed dancing, gardening, and visiting antique shops. Most importantly she enjoyed spending time with her family.
In addition to her husband, she is survived by her son Jeffrey Rocheleau and his wife Kathy, daughter Melissa St Pierre and her husband Tony, sister Bette Mae Marcea and her husband Richard, brother Harold “Butch” Wirta, grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Alzheimer's Association. Link is below.
Calling Hours will be held on Friday, January 23, 2026 from 11:00AM-12:00PM at Brandon Funeral Home, 305 Wanoosnoc Rd., Fitchburg, MA. A Service will follow.
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