Guido Borella

Guido J. Borella, of Hillsdale, NJ, passed on Veteran's Day, Saturday, November 11th, 2023, at the remarkable age of 101. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, mentor, pioneer, family friend, faithful parishioner and compassionate citizen.

Guido joined the 12th Armored Division 119 A Company-Engineers because he wanted to serve but also contribute by learning something new. In WWII he served in the Ardennes, was part of the Mystery Brigade and received the Purple heart during the Battle of the Bulge. The 12th Armored was responsible for freeing five of the death camps. Guido remembered the shock of seeing the first of the Camps. He spoke with pride that once they entered Germany the War in Europe ended a month later.

Beyond his distinguished military service, Guido made significant post-war contributions to the field of orthopedics. His desire to always make something better and more effective than was made before, created the foundation of much of the technology used today. His extensive knowledge of the entire industry was used by Guido to set the standards for the Cataloging of all internal fixation.

He was predeceased by his beloved wife of over 60 years, Nilda C Borella, and is

survived by his devoted children, Paulette B Gilchrist and her husband Andrew Gilchrist

III and Paul Borella and his partner Robert Work. Guido’s legacy extends to his cherished grandchildren, Andrew 'Drew' Gilchrist IV and his wife Gina Gilchrist and Elizabeth Gilchrist and her husband Ryan Boyle. He felt blessed because he experienced the joy of having great-grandchildren, Ethan Boyle, Olivia

Boyle and Edith Gilchrist.

The family will receive guests at Becker Funeral Home, 219 Kinderkamack Rd., Westwood, NJ on Wednesday, November 15th from 2-4pm and 6-9pm. A Mass of Christian Burial for Guido J. Borella will be held at St. John The Baptist R.C. Church in Hillsdale, NJ on Thursday, November 16th at 10am. Guido requested In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions be made to St. John The Baptist R.C. Church @ https://membership.faithdirect.net/givenow/NJ48/1452 May Guido and all those members of the Greatest Generation Rest In Eternal Peace.