Andrew Raymond Borg

Andrew Raymond Borg (Ray), age 93, passed away on Oct. 9, 2026 at Aspirus Regency assisted living home, in Phillips. He was born on Nov. 12, 1932 in the town of Spirit to Ethel Skageberg and Andy Borg. He attended Spirit grade school and Rib Lake high school. Later in life, he also enjoyed taking geology classes at UW Oshkosh.

Andrew enlisted in the Marines after high school at the age of 17. He attained the rank of sergeant at discharge, primarily working as a ham radio operator.

He worked for IBM as a Field Service Technician from Dec. 1, 1955 until April 30, 1986, 30+ years.

After retirement, he enjoyed working in the woods, ham radio operation, turning bowls out of wood, travels to Sweden, and playing the accordion and violin.

Survivors include daughters Suzann Toeppler and husband Joel of Neenah, and Karen Freeman and husband, Dan of Anchorage, Alaska. He is further survived by grandchildren, Andrew Freeman, Eric Freeman,

1932-2026

and Sara Toeppler-Schultz; and her husband, Ryan; and great-grandchildren, Lyle and Drew.

He was preceded in death by his first wife, Gladys Borg, married Oct. 11, 1955, passed away on July 11, 2004; second wife, Estelle Borg, married on July 15, 2006, passed away on May 1, 2021; brother, John Borg, passed on April 9, 2026; and children, David Borg, passed on May 23, 1981, and Diane Borg, passed on June 1, 2021.

There will not be a funeral service. The family wishes to acknowledge the wonderful care and compassion given by Mary Reynolds and her staff at the Aspirus clinic in Prentice and Phillips, and a big thank you to the staff at Aspirus Regency House and St. Croix Hospice. They were always understanding and compassionate.

Lastly, thank you to Hemer-Pickerign Funeral Services in Medford. We appreciate their care and support during a difficult time, and were very understanding.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be given to the family for use at a later date.

Hemer-Pickerign Funeral & Cremation Services of Medford is serving the family.

Please visit www.hemerfuneralservice.com to share condolences online.

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