Eldon James Borgen

Feb. 25, 1953-July 22, 2024

Rugby

Eldon James Borgen was born February 25th, 1953, in Rugby, ND, to Arland and Vivian Borgen. Eldon passed away July 22, 2024, at the age of 71 at his home in Rugby. Eldon attended school and graduated from Wolford High School in 1971, and enrolled at Minot State College as a music major. He was united in marriage to Mary Jane Tuchscherer in 1975, of which their beautiful daughter Amanda Marissa was born. They later divorced.

Eldon shared his gift of music throughout his life. He toured Europe with the International Music Camp, and sang with the All State Lutheran Choir and ND Honor Choir. Eldon also sang for many wedding celebrations and funerals throughout the areas in which he lived. Lately he joined his two sisters and brother-in-law entertaining and providing music at area Care Centers.

Eldon moved to Minneapolis and enjoyed a successful career in the advertising business for 30 years. Some of his roles consisted of Traffic-Art-Talent Director, Project Manager, and Art Buyer for various Ad Agencies; he ended his Minnesota career as a Senior Creative Services Buyer for Target, Inc. Eldon moved back to Rugby and began working at Leevers Super Valu, where he enjoyed meeting so many wonderful customers who turned into great friends. He later became Marketing Consultant with KZZJ Broadcasters and worked there until he retired.

Eldon was known and loved for many things, first and foremost, his contagious smile, heart-felt hugs, and his beautiful spirit. He was a friend to everyone…a genuine friend, and was loved by all who knew him. If he was in a room, there was certain to be laughter, smiles, and a whole lot of love. His quick wit and sense of humor were second to none, and he easily made everyone he spoke to feel truly special. Even though Eldon faced many challenges throughout his life, he continued to shine his positive spirit while fighting for better health and a pain-free life until the end.

Eldon is survived by his daughter, Amanda Krueger, Fort Lupton, CO; his sisters, Arlene Johnson, Rugby; Carol (Joel) Braaten, Rugby; and brother Kevin (Marlene) Borgen, Rugby, as well as all his nieces, nephews, great nieces, and great nephews whom he truly ADORED.

Eldon is also survived by his dear cat, Casey Jones. He was preceded in death by his parents, Arland and Vivian Borgen, sisters Ardis Muench and Bonnie Johnson, and a nephew, Robb Johnson.

Funeral services were held at 2:00 p.m. Monday, July 29th at the Anderson Funeral Home in Rugby with burial in the Persilla Watts Cemetery, Rugby. Wally Fretland, officiating

Eulogist: Carl Hauser & Phoumaha Keoraj Special music by: Eldon’s Family .

Honorary Bearers: Nieces, Nephews and Great Nieces and Nephews. Arrangements with the Anderson Funeral Home of Rugby. Online registry: www.funeralsbyanderson.com.

Published by The Pierce County Tribune, August 3, 2024.