Alice M. Bordner's Obituary
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Alice May “Sis” Bordner at the
remarkable age of 104. After living a life full of love, faith, and service to others, our
beloved matriarch died peacefully on August 17, 2024 at Resthave in Morrison.
Sis was born on May 24th, 1920 in her home in Morrison to parents Ernest and
Catherine Vogel. After graduating from Morrison High School, she earned her teaching
credentials from Central College in Iowa. She married Kenneth Bordner on March 19,
1941.
Countless past students remember “Mrs. Bordner” as a favorite who touched their lives
in her years teaching at several local country schools and most recently second grade
at Northside Elementary School in Morrison. Her students treasure how special and
significant she made them feel, while instilling in them a love of reading and an
appreciation for imagination.
As a lover of nature and adventure, well into her 90’s, Sis could be found hiking,
mushroom hunting, bike riding, camping, golfing, cross-country skiing, swimming, and
spending time outdoors. Sis thoroughly enjoyed sharing her adventures with others,
often leading family and friends on memorable excursions.
Family was Sis’s greatest love. She was a devoted mother, grandmother,
great-grandmother, and aunt. Nothing pleased her more than when her family gathered
in her home for a meal, sharing stories and playing cards. She was the glue that held
the family together.
She is survived by her daughters: Jane Brainerd, Mary (Jon) Barnickel, Beth (Greg)
Taylor, and Barb (Dave) Voss; her grandchildren; great-grandchildren; and countless
others who loved her like family and will forever cherish her memory.
Sis was preceded in death by her parents; infant son, Charles; husband; and brother,
Ken Vogel of Clinton, Iowa.
Her family would like to extend a special thank you to the Assisted Living staff and
residents at Resthave in Morrison, who lovingly went above and beyond to provide the
best possible care and companionship the last four years of Sis’s life.
Memorial donations, while not expected, can be made to Resthave, 408 Maple Avenue,
Morrison, 61270 or Northside Elementary School Library, c/o Heather Bush, 520 N.
Genesee St., Morrison.
Rest in peace, dear Sis. Your life was a blessing and an inspiration; your memory a
treasure. You are loved beyond words and missed beyond measure.
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