George BORTHWICK Obituary

I don't know how to explain my feelings but now I have only memories of you. You are always in our heart. Today it's your birthday. Happy birthday George. Love you always.

You will be missed George, our Gentle Giant - you gave of yourself to your childhood Home, Dr Graham´s Homes, Kalimpong , with all your heart - RIP dear friend
Sympathies & condolences to George´s Family

George Borthwick - there are many things I can say to describe him. But there's one sentence that really encapsulates his life - 'He was a Homes Boy'
Eternally grateful for the upbringing and the education that he received at Dr Graham's Homes Kalimpong, he dedicated his life giving back to his alma mater with abundant gratitude and love. Even in his final months - he raised money and donated a huge sum to the school via GO for the repair and renovation of the Jarvie Hall. George sought out every opportunity to talk about his school and to share his stories of Kalimpong and Calcutta with the world. Thuten Kesang and George Borthwick worked tirelessly and passionately for decades through the New Zealand Committee to sponsor children so that they too received a second chance in life. With the passing of both of them - an era has come to an end. Goerge was always jovial and smiling - positive and patient - and always the voice that was heard the least and yet when it was heard, it impacted the most. He wore his heart on his sleeve and we are all going to miss him terribly. From his friends and fellow OGBs at GO Global OGB Association - we wish him a peaceful journey back home. There is no pain now, there is no worry - my friend, you leave behind your legacy of love and philanthropy...  you have touched many lives and bettered them... and you leave us with your incredible memories. There´s a Maori whakatauki that says, "Kua hinga he totara i te wao nui a Tane."  Translated, this ancient proverb says, "A totara has fallen in the forest of Tane." The New Zealand totara tree is known for its size and contribution to the forest. Growing to heights taller than most and standing for hundreds of years, Maori believe it´s a tragedy when one falls in the forest. Today, we too express the deep pain and sadness in the passing of George who was a mighty totara tree in the OGB community. Farewell George! We all will miss you and we love you!!

He was more than my boss at The Salvation Army, he was like a father. One of the nicest persons to work for. We had good times establishing Employment Plus across the regions. I will miss him. Condolences to the family.

Now who will call me Sunshine? Thanks for all the fun times we have had George. I will be a friend to your family. I'm so glad that they shared you with us as well. Rest in Peace.

George a is great friend of mine whom I met up 13 years ago when I first arrived in NZ. He has since been a great friend, wonderful mentor and an awesome father figure. Myself and Jopa are going to miss George dearly :(