Patricia J. Borkholder, 82, New Paris, died 11 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 27, 2016, at her home.

She was born May 22, 1934 in Kosciusko County to Ezra and Lillian (Hartter) Kaiser. She married Lloyd Borkholder on Aug. 5, 1956.

Surviving are her husband, Lloyd, New Paris; daughters: Amy Borkholder, New Paris; Beth (James) Busch, Plymouth, Minn.; son: Bradley Borkholder, Moorcroft, Wyo.; and grandchildren: Katherine and Jacob Busch.

Preceding her in death are her parents.

Patricia was a school teacher at Goshen High School and New Paris High School. She was a 1952 graduate of Milford High School and a 1956 graduate of Indiana University, Bloomington, with a B.S. and later a Masters in Special Education.

Following cremation, a memorial service and burial at New Paris Cemetery will be held at a later date.

Memorials may be directed to ADEC, Goshen Hospice or donor’s choice.

Rieth-Rohrer-Ehret Funeral Home, Goshen, is in charge of arrangements.