Frederick Manuel Borges

Fredrick Manuel Borges passed away peacefully at his family home in Redwood Valley on October 14, 2023. Fred would have been 80 years old on November 1st. Fred was born in Arcata, CA in 1943, where he graduated from Arcata High School in 1961 and he served in the National Guard shortly after graduation. He lived in Mendocino County all of his adult life and was known for his skill in handling big rigs.

Fred married Joann – his wife of 45 years in 1978. He loved his family, his truck and his myriad of vintage automobiles. Fred was predeceased by his beloved mother and father Evelyn and Manuel Borges. Fred is survived by his wife Joann, step-son Dennis McGuire, Uncle Alfred Mendes, Aunt Mary Borges, Cousins Terry Aruda, Richard Mendes and several other Cousins in Humbolt County. Fred is also survived by his grandchildren Mike and Matt McGuire and five great grandchildren. He is also survived by his brother-in-law Mike Prather and nephews Erick and Ryan Prather of Montana, David McCray

Arrangements are at the direction of Eversole Mortuary – grave side services will be held in Boonville at the Evergreen cemetery at 1:00 pm on 11-11-2023. In lieu of flowers - donations can be made to the Anderson Valley Historical Society.