Darwin Lloyd Borden

Darwin Lloyd Borden, age 92, passed away peacefully in his sleep at his home in Robbinsdale, Minnesota, on January 14, 2026, after a full life. Darwin was born on October 14, 1933, in Zion, Illinois, the second of three children. His faith was always very important to him. He met his wife, Marilyn, while both participated in Zion's famed Passion Play. He spent years teaching Sunday school, keeping finances for Olivet United Methodist Church, serving on numerous committees, and volunteering for other church activities. After serving for two years in the United States Army, Darwin earned his degree in accounting from the University of Illinois. He then began his career with the Pillsbury Company in 1961. For 30 years he worked in various roles, retiring as Vice-President of Sales and Marketing, Flour Milling. Darwin, always busy, enjoyed woodworking, baking, do-it-yourself repair projects, and, in his retirement, custom built two classic automobiles. Classical and Gospel music were another of Darwin's loves. He especially enjoyed pipe organ music and was the driving force behind installation of a pipe organ in his home church, Olivet United Methodist. Darwin is survived by his beloved wife of 65 years, Marilyn; his daughter, Myra (Larry) Herzog; and his son, Ryan (Laurie). He is also survived by step-granddaughters Breeanna (Adam) Obermann and Brittany Herzog and two great-grandchildren, Ezra and Sloane Obermann. He was preceded in death by his eldest son, Drew. Also preceding him in death were parents, Lloyd and Charlotte, brother Robert, and sister Bonita Kiester. Darwin's life was well lived. He loved deeply and shared joyfully. His legacy continues in the family he raised, the things he built, the knowledge he shared and the laughter he easily gave. A celebration of Darwin's life will be held on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, at Glen Haven Funeral Chapel (Washburn-McReavy) in Crystal, Minnesota. Visitation will begin at 10:00 a.m., followed by a service at 11:00 a.m. and a lite lunch. The service will also be broadcast live here is the webcast link https://www.washburn-mcreavy.com/obituaries/darwin-borden/#!/PhotosVideos. Interment will follow at a later date in Zion. "Well done good and faithful servant." - Matthew 25:23

Tributes

Darwin Lloyd Borden

October 14, 1933 - January 14, 2026

Tributes

Darwin Lloyd Borden

October 14, 1933 - January 14, 2026

We are here for you 24x7

Call us and get help now

(612) 377-2203