Obituary of Dorothy K. Borgese

Dorothy K. “Dottie” Borgese, 70 of Upper Deerfield Township passed away unexpectedly at her home on Friday, July 22, 2022. Born in Bridgeton, she was the daughter of the late William Thomas and Hannah Youker Thomas and was the devoted wife of 28 years to Richard A. Borgese. She had been an Upper Deerfield Township resident for 18 years and had lived in Bridgeton prior to that. She was a graduate of Salem High School and had been employed for over 45 years with Inspira Health Network (formerly SJ Healthcare). She was most recently employed with the Sheppard Bus Service as a transportation aide. Dottie was a loving grandmother “Mother” to Faith and Ariana Oliver. She enjoyed her time baking, shopping, playing her favorite slots, spending time with her dog, Ralph and being there for anyone in need. In addition to her loving husband, Richard she is survived by her granddaughter, Faith Oliver; step daughter, Sheri Borgese and brother, William Thomas, Jr. She was predeceased by her granddaughter, Ariana Oliver and her sister, Katherine Sparks. She touched the hearts of many and will be forever remembered and deeply missed by all. Funeral services will be held at the PADGETT FUNERAL HOME, 1107 State Highway 77, Upper Deerfield Township on Saturday, July 30th at 11:00 AM. Friends will be received at the funeral home from 9:00 to 11:00 AM prior to the services. Interment will take place at Cumberland County Veterans Cemetery in Hopewell Township. In lieu of flowers the family asks that donations in Dottie’s memory be made to the Special Olympics. Written condolences can be sent to the family at www.padgettfuneralhomes.com.