Robert George Borde

Rob was a special person who loved everyone and brought happiness wherever he went. He was vibrant, magnetic, funny and respectful. You might be a stranger when you met, but would feel loved when you parted. A friend who knew him well said, ”Robbie had to go through so much in his short life, 15 or so surgeries and the loss of his best friend Brandon, who he will now lie beside eternally. Rob was an old soul in a young man’s body. He will be deeply missed by his friends and forever loved by his family.

Rob attended Bartram Trail High school where he played varsity football. After graduating he went on to the University of Central Florida where he graduated with a degree in Hospitality/Entertainment Management.

He is survived by his parents Arthur and Mary Borde of St Augustine, his (sometimes) supportive brother Arthur Borde of San Diego, CA, his grandmother Geraldine Hricik of Greensburg, PA, as well as many aunts, uncles and cousins spread out across the globe.

A celebration of his life will be held at Oaklawn Chapel & Cemetery, 4801 San Jose Blvd, Jacksonville, FL, on Thursday, July 1 from 5-7 PM, A graveside service will be held July 2 at 11am with a reception held at the Lodge at the cemetery following the service.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to “OperationSmile.org” in Rob’s name.

The view the livestream of the service please visit: https://youtu.be/YYNl65Qq4H0 or https://youtu.be/_dQhVfgXme4