Joanne Carley Bisson-Borden

December 30, 1939 - October 22, 2025

Laurence Willis Borden (Larry), 85, of Elk Grove, California, passed away peacefully on October 22, 2025, with his beloved wife Joanne by his side.

Larry was born on December 30, 1939, to Laurence Willis and …. Borden. After his mother’s passing, he was raised by his father and stepmother, Mary Neva Borden. Larry’s life was defined by service, generosity, and an infectious sense of humor. Larry graduated from Oceanside-Carlsbad High School in 1958. He dedicated 50 years to San Diego Gas & Electric, rising from a digging crew member to General Foreman of the North Coast District overhead line crews, earning the company's Safety Award. He took great pride in helping keep people's lights on and homes warm. Larry retired in 2008 and enjoyed nearly 29 years with his wife, Joanne, camping, spending time with family, and becoming a beloved member of The Oaks Mobile Home Park.

Larry was known for his generous spirit, grateful heart, and ability to brighten anyone's day with a joke. He loved classic cars, motorcycles, his family, and his pets. He was a passionate collector who owned a 1969 Thunderbird, a 1957 Ford Truck, a Power Dodge Wagon, and a Hot Rod Austin Ruby

Larry is survived by his daughters Denise R. Woodhams, Darlene S. Borden, Marilyn Williams (Marci), and Jennifer Orsua; six grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Laurence Willis Borden, Rachel Borden, and stepmother Mary Neva Borden; brothers Bob Borden and Jimmy Clark; step-sister Barbara Taylor Borden; and niece Linda (Clark) Martinez.

One of Larry's joys in Northern California was watching the Canadian Geese flying overhead into the sunset during their yearly migration. As the sun set on Larry's life, we take great comfort knowing he has migrated home to heaven, basking in the beauty of his personal Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

Graveside services will take place on May 22, 2026, at 2:00 PM, at Eternal Hills Memorial Park in Oceanside, CA. (1999) El Camino Real, Oceanside, CA. 92054). If attending, please arrive at 1:30 to give time to park and walk to the grave site. Upon entering the park, signs designated “Borden” with arrows will direct attendees. Flowers can be donated the day before (May 21) to Eternal Hills with reference to Larry W. Borden and/or Joanne C. Bisson-Borden.

Joanne Carley Bisson-Borden

July 21, 1946 – April 9, 2026

Joanne Carley Bisson-Borden, affectionately known as Jo-Jo, Jo, Mom, Grandma Jo, and Gigi, passed peacefully on Thursday, April 9, 2026, at the age of 79, in Fair Oaks, California. Born on July 21, 1946, in Marquette, Michigan, to Clarence and Grace Bisson, Joanne was the oldest of seven children — a role that shaped her lifelong devotion to caring for others.

Joanne is perhaps best remembered for her open-door, warm home and remarkable ability to make everyone in her life feel like her favorite. She built a distinguished career as a dispatcher at San Diego Gas & Electric for 22 years, all while managing Type One Diabetes since the age of fifteen. A gifted seamstress and craftswoman, she mastered everything from ceramics to needlepoint and filled her home with beauty and warmth. She was married to Larry W. Borden on December 31, 1996, and together they shared nearly 29 cherished years until his passing in October 2025.

Joanne is survived by her daughters, Marci Williams and Jennifer Orsua; grandchildren Jessica, Jacob, Cheyann, and Cody; and great-grandchildren, Jason, Ziporah, Aziah, and Ladon. She was preceded in death by her parents, her sister Deborah, her nephew Specialist Jeffrey Dean Bisson, and her great-nephew Dillon Michael Bisson. She is now home with God, free of health problems, and joyfully reunited with her husband Larry. She will be deeply missed and forever cherished.

Graveside services will take place on May 22, 2026, at 2:00 PM, at Eternal Hills Memorial Park in Oceanside, CA. (1999) El Camino Real, Oceanside, CA. 92054). If attending, please arrive at 1:30 to give time to park and walk to the grave site. Upon entering the park, signs designated “Borden” with arrows will direct attendees. Flowers can be donated the day before (May 21) to Eternal Hills with reference to Larry W. Borden and/or Joanne C. Bisson-Borden.