Janis J. Borski, 71
Janis J. Borski, age 71, of Stevens Point, passed away July 5, 2021, at her home.
Friends and family will gather to share memories from 4-6 p.m. on Friday, July 9, 2021, at the Shuda Funeral Chapel, 3200 Stanley St. in Stevens Point.
In lieu of flowers, a memorial will be established in her name.
Janis was born June 27, 1950, in Chicago, the daughter of Jack and Rose (Kaczmarzyk) Trecka. She moved with her family to Stevens Point, when her family purchased and operated the Red Rooster in the late ’60s. Janis began working for UWSP in 1972 and held many positions at the university. She retired in 2015 as the administrative IT Tech.
Janis was an accomplished taekwondo participant, winning many awards and contests, she attained sixth-degree blackbelt status. Janis was a past participating member at the Olympic Training Site in Colorado Springs for taekwondo. She later became a referee for the sport.
She was a past Stevens Point School Board member, as well as a Central Rivers Farmshed member. Janis was involved with many many groups and committees in the community….too many to name individually. She was passionate about improving the Portage County area. Janis enjoyed books and movies for relaxation.
She is survived by her son Todd (Penny) Borski and two grandchildren: Kalaiya and Emily Borski, all of Stevens Point. Her brother: John (Kathleen) Trecka, Arlington Heights, Ill. She was preceded in death by her parents.
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