John Bertram Borden, 77, New Glasgow, son of John Bertram Borden Sr. and Mary O' Neil Desmond-Borden, passed away peacefully at home with family by his side on August 4, 2021. John proudly served in the Canadian Armed Forces for 25 years and after retiring in 1985, returned home to care for his ailing mother. John was a firearms safety instructor for the Province of Nova Scotia and opened an independent repair business serving clients from around the world. He was also an active member of the Royal Canadian Legion. John leaves behind daughters: Denise Marsman, Dartmouth, NS; and Deborah Borden, Halifax, NS; grandson, Kyle and great-granddaughter, Kyah, Toronto, ON. He also had special relationships with his nephew Rick Borden, Ottawa, ON, niece Darlene Burnside, Atlanta, GA, and his cousin, Wendenelda (Princess) Halfkenny, Ajax, ON. John spent the last nine years with his loving partner Annelies Collisi. The family would like to sincerely thank Annelies, Veterans Affairs, the VON and Dr. Spencer Barclay for their continuous care. Arrangements are under the direction of R.H. Porter Funeral Home, New Glasgow.