Walter Herman Borkowski

Walter Borkowski, 91, of Point Pleasant Beach, New Jersey, passed away peacefully at home on November 5, 2026.

Born in Jersey City, Walter spent most of his life in Harrison, where he built a life devoted to family, community, and public service. He served in the United States Army in Europe from 1958 to 1960 and later worked as a self-employed owner-operator truck driver before beginning a long and distinguished career with the Harrison Police Department in 1973. Over the years, he rose through the ranks to Captain, earning the respect and affection of the Harrison community along the way.

Walter devoted countless hours to coaching and supporting young people through Little League baseball, Pop Warner football, CYO basketball, and school activities. He also helped establish a summer basketball league sponsored by the Harrison PBA, reflecting his belief in the importance of providing opportunities for young people.

After retiring to Point Pleasant Beach in 1996, Walter remained active in his community and continued to pursue his many interests. He volunteered with the Knights of Columbus, the Elks, the Volunteer Fire Department, and the National Guard Militia Museum of New Jersey in Sea Girt.

A lifelong reader with a curious and creative mind, Walter also enjoyed painting and writing. One of his particularly meaningful pursuits was his work with the museum’s Veterans History Project, where he wrote summaries of oral history interviews, helping preserve the personal experiences and memories of American veterans for future generations.

Walter embraced life with enthusiasm and a wide range of interests. He enjoyed tennis, golf, skiing, and cycling, remaining active in many of these pursuits well into his later years. He was an avid follower of horse racing and a loyal fan of the New York Yankees and Jets.

Of all the things that brought Walter happiness, few meant more to him than his family, especially his granddaughters, Taylor and Paige. He cherished his time with them, cheering them on at dance recitals, cheerleading, softball, and field hockey, and sharing many adventures such as visiting the Crayola Factory, exploring Bear Mountain, attending a performance of The Music Man, or joining a fourth-grade class trip to build log houses. These outings, along with countless everyday moments, created memories that his family will always treasure.

Walter will be remembered for his devotion to family, his generosity, and a life filled with service, curiosity, and an enduring desire to remain active and engaged with the world around him.

He is survived by his loving wife, Catherine; his sons, Thomas (Lori) and Timothy (Sylvia); and his cherished granddaughters, Taylor and Paige.

He was predeceased by his parents, John and Josephine Borkowski, and his brothers, George, Edward, and Gregory.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. on November 13 at St. Peter’s R.C. Church in Point Pleasant Beach. Burial will follow at St. Catherine’s Cemetery in Sea Girt, New Jersey.

Services are entrusted to Jersey Shore Cremation Service, 43 Taylor Avenue, Manasquan, NJ - JerseyShoreCremation.com