Terry W. Borawski

Schenectady – Terry W. Borawski, 74, passed away Thursday March 19, 2026. Born in Rome, NY he was the son of Samuel and Theresa (Donahue) Mongrella.

For many years Terry was a phone technician for Verizon before retiring as a locator in Schenectady after more than 20 years of service. Following his retirement Terry enjoyed helping families as a part time attendant at DeMarco-Stone Funeral Home. Outside of work he enjoyed taking many cruises with his father, loved spending time at the casino and was an avid Yankee fan.

Terry will also be remembered for his daily trips to Stewarts with his brother and close friends for coffee & scratch offs.

Along with his mother and father, Terry was predeceased by his birth father, Walter C. Borawski “ski” who died in the Korean war when Terry was a young boy and his brother Joseph T. Borawski (2001).

He is survived by his wife Beverly.

His two sons Tom (Kellyann) Farnum and TJ (the late Taraja) Borawski.

His brother Stephen Borawski.

He also leaves behind 8 grandchildren Nathan Farnum, Ryan Farnum, Komeja Green, Lynneiah Green, Dominick Green, Jason Green, Jacob Borawski and Niyanna Borawski.

Four great grandchildren Sam, Eli, Eden and Everly Green.

Terry is also survived by several nieces and nephews.

The family will receive relatives and friends on Saturday March 28th from 9- 10 am at DeMarco-Stone Funeral Home 1605 Helderberg Ave., Rotterdam.

A 10 am prayer service will immediately follow.

In lieu of flowers contributions in Terry’s memory may be made to the charity of your choice.