of Little Rock, AR
November 14, 1942 - January 22, 2026
Gerald "Jerry" Arthur Borggren, age 83, stepped into heaven to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on January 22, 2026, in Little Rock, AR. Jerry was born November 14, 1942, in Chicago, IL to Arthur and Marjorie Borggren.
Jerry accepted Jesus as his Lord and Savior in his teenage years through the ministry of Beverly Evangelical Covenant Church in Chicago, IL. He faithfully served the Lord throughout his life through various ministries in the church. He was a beloved and devoted member of Hebron Baptist Church in Little Rock where he served for many years as both an ordained deacon and Sunday School Teacher. He also devoted his time, energy, and resources to the Gideons International because he wanted as many people as possible to have access to the Word of God throughout the world. His desire to minister stemmed from his love for Christ and was evident in practical ways to his family.
Jerry's faithfulness also extended into his professional life. He served in Vietnam as a proud member of the United States Air Force. He retired from Southwestern Bell after over 40 years of committed service. After retiring, he spent nearly 20 years serving at Roller Funeral Home, where he found great fulfillment in caring for families during their time of need. He was dedicated to all that he did in life. His hobbies included: playing and watching sports such as baseball, basketball, football, and golf. He was hardworking, determined, generous, and selfless. He was always looking out for the needs of his wife, children, and grandchildren. His dedication to all his responsibilities was shaped by his faith in Jesus.
Jerry was preceded in death by his parents and one nephew, Nathan Borggren. He is survived by his beloved wife of 59 years, Helen; daughter Angela Scott (Brent); and son Brad (Krystal). He is also survived by his grandchildren Riley Scott, Sam Scott, Lily Borggren, and Lynton Borggren; one brother, Larry Borggren (Karen) and several cousins, nieces and nephews. He was loving and faithful in each of these relationships.
But for Jerry, all is not past; as now he is rejoicing in the presence of Jesus, for to be away from the body is to be at home with the Lord (2 Corinthians 5:8). His fight against sin, pain, and death is over, and for Jerry eternal life has begun through faith in Jesus Christ.
Memorial Services will be held at 12:30pm, Friday January 30, 2026, at Hebron Baptist Church 18715 Kanis Rd. Little Rock, AR 72223. Visitation will precede the service beginning at 11:00 am at Hebron Baptist Church. Interment will follow the service at Forest Hills Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Gideons International.
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14 Condolence(s)
Tiffany Palmieri
Thursday, January 29, 2026
Sending thoughts and prayers as you all remember Jerry! He was an amazing man of God. We love you! -Josh, Tiffany, Olivia, Naomi, Rosa, & Cole
jim lagrone
Thursday, January 29, 2026
I worked as a pastor with Jerry on numerous funerals and other activities. He was kind and positive. My condolences.
Susan Berry
Wednesday, January 28, 2026
Helen and family, I’m so sorry your loss of Jerry. He was a great neighbor and friend. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. May God comfort you in your time of sorrow.
Pamela Reaves
Wednesday, January 28, 2026
Angie, I am so sorry. I loved getting to serve with your dad and samartian purse. Praying for you all.
Pam
Sandra & Rick Greeson
Monday, January 26, 2026
Helen, Angie and Brad; we are so sad to hear of your Dad and husbands passing. May the Lord bring to light all the good and loving memories of him in the months to come. He was a great man of God and loving husband, dad and friend.
Gloria Campbell
Monday, January 26, 2026
Im so sorry to hear of Jerrys passing ,he's been a good friend and will be greatly missed. I'm sending love and prayers for the family and friends. He was a wonderful servant of God and a blessing to us all. May he rest in peace.
Dianne Garlington Hass
Monday, January 26, 2026
I always felt blessed when I looked across Marlyn St. to see such a loving caring family . When I moved I kept up thru your sister,Wilma. I lost my husband six and a half years ago. I live in Bryant now. My
thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
God will not forsake. He will guide you thru these heartbroken days. Lean on him and give thanks that Jerry was your other half. God is good all the time.
Greg Biddison
Monday, January 26, 2026
Brad so sorry to learn of your dad’s passing. Sending prayers to you and family
Carol Greene
Monday, January 26, 2026
My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Nick Farley
Monday, January 26, 2026
Remember our trips to the Philippines.
Jackie Tedford
Monday, January 26, 2026
Love and condolences to Jerry’s Family. May you be comforted in the loving arms of the Lord Jesus Christ. We will miss you Jerry.
Ralph Mashburn
Sunday, January 25, 2026
I have a high regard for Jerry’s commitment to the Lord that I observed in our occasional work together in the Gideons International. He was a fine example to me and many others.
May the Lord bless his family during this time of grief and give them the “Peace beyond all human understanding “
Kim
Friday, January 23, 2026
I'm so sad to hear of his passing. I truly enjoyed the fellowship we had when we worked together. May his family be comforted by our Father.
Marcha Rushing
Friday, January 23, 2026
I’m so sorry to read this. I pray God comforts the family and friends of this sweet man who reached so many.