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Maria Kirlis Bornhorst

1946 - 2022

Maria Kirlis Bornhorst obituary, 1946-2022, Charleston, SC

BORN

1946

DIED

2022

FUNERAL HOME

James A. McAlister Funerals & Cremation

1620 Savannah Highway

Charleston, South Carolina

Maria Bornhorst Obituary

Maria Kirlis Bornhorst Mt. Pleasant - Maria Kirlis Bornhorst, wife of David Anthony Bornhorst, entered into eternal rest on Saturday, May 7, 2022. The relatives and friends of Mr. and Mrs. David A. Bornhorst are invited to attend her Funeral Service at 11:00 AM, Monday, May 16, 2022, at the Greek Orthodox Church of the Holy Trinity, 30 Race St., Charleston. Burial will follow at Live Oak Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends between 3:00 and 5:00 PM Sunday afternoon at the James A. McAlister Funeral Home, 1620 Savannah Hwy. The Trisagion Service will begin at 5:00 PM. Memorial Contributions may be made to the Ronald McDonald House, 81 Gadsden St., Charleston, SC 29401 or to the Lowcountry Food Bank, 2864 Azalea Dr., N. Charleston, SC 29405. Arrangements by James A. McAlister, Inc.. (843) 766-1365. Visit our guestbook at legacy.com/obituaries/charleston

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from May 10 to May 11, 2022.

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Mark C Tanenbaum, PA

May 21, 2022

David and family - Mary was a wonderful gift to us at Rivers High, and i am sure even more so to y'all. I will always remember her kind and energetic spirit which was so contagious. God bless her and keep her. She is once again free to be Mary now.

Timothy Fong

May 18, 2022

Sending our deepest condolences and sympathies from Los Angeles. The last time we spoke was probably at Mike and Emily's wedding in 2005 but the memories and infectious energy are remembered so well. Tim, Nanette, Jared and Aaden Fong

Karen Upton

May 15, 2022

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Carol Inzerillo

May 15, 2022

What an extraordinary woman with an equally extraordinary life. Beautiful, loving obituary.

Roger P Flathmann sr

May 15, 2022

My Deepest CONDOLENCES to a very Passionate Soul A Wife a Mother and YIA YIA SHE always meet me with a Big hug and a Beautiful smile I have many memories of Mary growing up that will stay in my heart

Margaret and Jim Lloyd

May 12, 2022

Our sincere condolences to family and friends.

Rocky Sharpe

May 12, 2022

So sorry to hear. I had the pleasure of meeting and talking with Maria on several occasions. She was a super nice lady with a wonderful, fun personality that will be greatly missed. My deepest sympathies go out to Mr Bornhorst, Alexis and family. May God comfort you at this time.

Alisa Swift

May 11, 2022

Dear Alexis & family, so sorry for your loss. I met Maria who was a wonderful, caring & kind nanny to our nextdoor neighbors, Alex & Megan. My son, Dylan, used to spend a lot of time with them and I always loved talking and laughing with Maria! She was such a vibrant soul! Alexis, it's been years since I've seen you, but am holding you in my heart today! Prayers for you and your family!

May Rhodes Gunter

May 11, 2022

Loved our friendship of cheering together for our high school Bears and Charleston Bantams. Even tho we lost contact over the years, she will be remembered lovingly by me from our high school days.

Alexis and Ludo (The Pickle people/CFM)

May 10, 2022

Our dear neighbors at CFM for many years. We have missed your company. Many happy memories. Such a happy wonderful soul. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May she rest in peace. Much love.

Ronald Talent

May 9, 2022

A wonderful friend to me since the early 1960's. She was a joy to know.

George Misoyianis Chuck Shepherd

May 9, 2022

We all loved her.

John Atkinson

May 9, 2022

Dave and family, Very sad news about Maria, our thoughts and prayers are with you all!

Molly Edwards

May 9, 2022

David:

I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your beloved Maria. I pray that you heart and mind is flooded with the best memories to provide comfort to you during this time.

Love,

Molly

Jenny Odgers Hathorne

May 9, 2022

Belly dancing and Marilyn Monroe will always remind me of Maria and her infectious smile/enthusiasm and bring a smile to my face. May your own memories help guide you all through the difficult times ahead. She was so very special. With our deepest condolences, Jenny, Kevin and Alyssa (aka Barnetta)

Kim Calvin

May 9, 2022

David, Alexis, Mike and families,
Please accept our condolences and may Maria rest in peace. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families and we hope all of your cherished memories bring you peace during this difficult time and in the years to come. Kim, Paul and Matt

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May

15

Visitation

3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

James A. McAlister Funerals & Cremation

1620 Savannah Highway, Charleston, SC 29407

May

15

Service

5:00 p.m.

James A. McAlister Funerals & Cremation

1620 Savannah Highway, Charleston, SC 29407

May

16

Funeral service

11:00 a.m.

Greek Orthodox Church of the Holy Trinity

30 Race St, Charleston, SC

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1620 Savannah Highway, Charleston, SC 29407

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