Alzira Borges, beloved mother of Ema Martin (Joseph), Paul Borges (Joan) and Lavern Barata (Roy), passed away at the age of 92. She was an inspiration for her spirit of independence and strength. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, August 20, 2014 from 5-9PM at Lima Family Santa Clara Mortuary, 466 N. Winchester Blvd., Santa Clara. Funeral Mass will be held on Thursday, August 21, 2014 at 10AM at St. Martin of Tours Parish, 200 O'Connor Dr, San Jose.