"When I opened my shop 8 years ago, he was one of the first customers to come through my doors. Little did I know that I had met a brother. His generosity and love for people, especially his family, changed my outlook on life. The news of his passing has placed the deepest scar in my heart. I will miss him forever and he will live in my heart for as long as it beats. I wish that everyone in this community and in the world had gotten the chance to meet him, so that they would know how blessed we all are to have shared our existence with his. My love and condolences to his wife and family."
In loving memory of
Faramarz Boorboor
Faramarz (Frank) Boorboor of Cave Creek, Arizona passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, August 23, 2018 at the age of 77. Frank was born in Tehran, Iran on January 14, 1941 to Gholam Reza Boorboor and Effatt Aliabadi.
Frank departed his homeland, a country he loved and honored, to begin a new journey in the United States of America on July 20, 1967. Frank was welcomed by his brother Foroohar in Albany, New York.
Frank's first job in the States was as a bus boy at The Clinton Hotel. With limited English and an abundance of ambition, Frank quickly impressed the management and became a night clerk. In September of 1967 Frank met his future wife Monica Brejwo, they married February 1, 1969. Two weeks after Frank committed to loving his wife for life, he also committed to what became the start of his illustrious career. Frank began working in the Masking department at Chromalloy American Corporation in Orangeburg, New York. His strong work ethic, personality and thirst to learn was quickly noticed. Frank ended his career with Chromalloy Turbine Analysis as The Vice President of Small Engines Operations. Frank moved to Phoenix, Arizona in order to begin a new position and role with Advanced Materials Technologies in 1993. The working relationships Frank developed internationally evolved into an anomaly. The depth of his commitment to his customers, his peers, and his employees is unlike most have ever experienced.
The passion Frank had for his work did not compare to the fervor he held for his family. Frank established his family in Suffern, New York. Frank is survived by his wife of 49 years Monica; his daughters Nina and Renee; his son-in-law Ezio Bucci; his future son-in-law Kenneth Crossland; his four beautiful grandchildren Joseph, McKenzie, Nikki and Carina; his adorable great-grandson Easton (whom all adored their Papa); his brother Farivar; his loving sister Flora; and many cousins, nieces and nephews. To him "family is unconditional love", a statement he made often and displayed every minute of his being. Frank is predeceased by his parents and his brothers Fariborz and Foroohar.
You cannot find in the dictionary a word that can truly describe Frank. If you were fortunate enough to spend a minute with him you would understand, he is a feeling. Frank is joy, he is compassion, he is strength, he is humor, he is comfort, he is confidence, he is love.
A celebration of life will be held on Sunday September 9, 2018 at 2:00pm at Hansen Desert Hills Mortuary, 6500 E. Bell Rd., Scottsdale, Arizona 85254.
The Montserrat Program at Boston College.
Donations can be directed to www.bc.edu/giving (under "other," please note that the gift is for The Montserrat Program).
or mail a check to: The Montserrat Program
Boston College Cadigan Alumni Center 140 Commonwealth Avenue Chestnut Hill, MA 92467
Individuals making a gift should include that the gift is in memory of Faramarz (or Frank) Boorboor.
or
St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
https://www.stjude.org/give/memorials-and-dedications.html
Tributes
"I am honored and blessed to have known your husband/father/grandfather. He was truly a blessing in my life and I will miss him. My condolences"
"I am honored and blessed to have known and worked with your husband. He was truly a blessing in my life and I will miss him. I've learned alot from him and i will never forget what hes taught me."
"Nina, so sorry for you loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family."
"Dear Monica, Nina, Renee and family, Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss?our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. May fond memories of Faramarz bring you comfort during this hard time in your life. May you look back at the wonderful memories you shared and let that bring a smile to you, as well as healing and peace. Our heartfelt condolences are with you and your family. Fereidoon, Alfa, and Michael Zahabi San Antonio, TX"
"Dearest Monica, Nina, Rene, and the entire family, After days of being in shock and disbelieve of hearing about this tragic news, we are finally bringing ourselves to tell you to please accept our sincere condolences and our prayers for yours and our loss. This tragic event has left a big hole in all our hearts. We wish you God's speed in these days of sorrow. There isn't a day that we don't talk about Faramarz joon, and the wonderful memories that we have had with him. He was one of the most loving, caring, generous, and compassionate man that we know. He had so much love for his family, friends, and so much appetite for life in general. He was such a happy man and so content with life. He always thanked God for everything in his life. As he would say in Farsi ?Khoda Ra Shokr.? May his soul rest in peace, and may God?s blessings be with all of you. Love always, Mary & Q"
"Nina and family, my prayers and thoughts to all of you at this time. What a gift to have such a wonderful man to be part of your lives!"
"Monica, Our thoughts are with you and your family. Frank will be missed by many. I?m so sorry for your loss. My condolences, Jan Thomas"
"Dear Monica, Nina, and Renee, No word can describe the depth of this painful tragedy and loss... This has been saddening and heartbreaking not only for you, but for the entire Bourbour family. Please accept my deepest sympathy. May his warm memories surround you and ease your pain. He will remain in our hearts and minds...."
"My condolences to Frank's entire family. I will truly miss this man."
"Dear Nina, So sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. I know how much you loved him as you spoke of him with such love often. I hope your memories of him will bring a smile to to your heart. Love, Hedy"
"So so sorry to hear of Faramarz?s passing. I met him a couple of times in London with my dad, Bijan Borbor, they are cousins. Such a warm, kind man, who clearly put family ahead of anything. Thinking of you all at this hard time, lots of love from the Borbor?s in the UK. Bijan, Shirine & Jaleh"
"I already miss my Amoo so much it hurts because I know the "feeling" described here. I feel so grateful I got to know Amoo better in the last several years, not just as my dad's brother, but as an individual. The few days I spent in Arizona was the only one on one time I got with him as an adult and I absorbed every story I could. He may not have known how to navigate the grocery store (I know he told everyone this story because he loved to make people laugh) but he took care of people. He was a giving man who loved his family and friends fiercely. I also got to learn a bit about how he approached his work. He saw his biggest talent as seeing others' talent and putting them in the right positions to thrive. That will always stick with me. I thought we had many more poolside chats ahead of us and I grieve those conversations that will never happen while celebrating the way he lived with love and beauty, the Boorboor way. My heart breaks for Monica, Renee, Nina, and the entire family. I wish none of us had to know this pain. May it be lightened a little knowing he is definitely partying with my dad right now. Sending you all of my love, Emma"
"A wonderful soul has left us. It was an honor to know him. I remember his enormous love and pride for his family. He will be missed. I wish peace and comfort for his family."
"Dear Monica and family, We were shocked to read about your husbands passing. We want to send you our prayers and thoughts during this difficult time. Sincerely, Timothy and Mary Bestenheider. ( an old friend from Roscoe)"
"Frank you left an impression on so many. Your compassion for others was exceptional. I enjoyed your infectious laughter and great humor. It was pleasure to know you for so many, many years. You are certainly missed by so very many. Forever rest in peace."
"The world has lost a truly great man. He will be missed but never forgotten. Whenever I think of Faramarz a smile comes to my face and memories of laughter and love fill my heart. Know he lives on in all of us that knew and loved him. My thoughts are with all during this difficult time."
"So sorry for your loss. He clearly meant a lot to your entire family. What a lovely tribute. How lovely to be missed so deeply when you are gone."
"My confluences to his entire famil. A great man. May he RIP."
"Our deepest condolences on the loss of Frank. We pray for you all to have comfort in this time of sorrow. God bless you all."
"Deepest sympathy for you and your family."
"Dear Monica and family, I?m so shocked by hearing this very sad news. I always thought of Faramarz as my best friend. Despite his busy life, he still managed to call his friends on regular basis to keep everyone connected. I hope your good memories of the past, can help you to get through this very difficult time. Warmest regard Koorosh"
"Monica, What a shock. I am so sorry for your loss. Your marriage was so beautiful and your family."
"Please accept my deepest sorrow for his loss for me and all of us who knew him and enjoyed his person. I miss my friend."
"Susan informed me of this tragic news. My heart is so very sad for all of you. I wish I could be present at this memorial to an incredible gentleman, husband, father and grandfather. My sincere condolences and love to you all."
"I?m truly sorry for your loss...I will keep the whole family in my prayers Again so sorry for your loss"
"My Heart is heavy. He will be missed."
"Monica, So sorry to hear of the death of your husband. Although I never met him, pictures always showed that you were happy and had a good life together. Thinking of you."
"So very sorry for your loss!!"
"Nina, I am so sorry to hear about your father. He sounded like a wonderful man. Prayers go out to you and Kenneth, McKenzie and Easton and to all of your family! Much love, Maryellen"
"To the entire family we express our condolences and prayers. May he Rest In Peace."