Nicholas J. Borzak

Nicholas ("Nick") J. Borzak , 80, Frackville, passed away on Thursday at Broad Mountain Nursing Home after a brief illness. The family would like to thank the nursing home for their excellent care and compassion.

Born in the former Ashland State Hospital, he was the son of the late Nicholas and Margaret (Bernotas) Borzak. Nick was a graduate of Frackville High School where he met his wife, the former Ruth Moser. They were married for 60 years.

Nick is also survive by four sons: Douglas, Frackville, Nicholas and his wife Jessica, Bozeman, MT, Brian and his wife Suzanne, Allentown, and Brent and his wife Ashley, Frackville. Nick is also survived by two sisters, Margaret Drula, Melbourne, FL and Janet Harper, Frackville, nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Ralph Borzak.

Nick was a proud US Marine. After discharge, his family moved back to Frackville where Nick coached the Dolphins mini football team and the Elks Little League baseball team.

Nick retired as Frackville borough supervisor and then served as Mayor of Frackville from 2002 until 2006.

Nick dedicated his life to his family and community. He served as a police officer for both West Mahanoy Township and Frackville Borough. A devoted sports fan, Nick cheered for Mount Carmel football, the Green Bay Packers and the New York Yankees.  He was very close to his furry grand-dog, Bradi. Nick was an avid outdoorsman and loved wildlife. He dedicated his life to fitness and weightlifting and all remember his unbelievable feats of strength.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to an animal rescue of your choice.

Services are private at the convenience of the family. Interment will be at Fort Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, Annville, PA.