In Loving Memory
Karla J. Borden

Karla J. Borden

2/12/1958  —  5/3/2026


Gilbert-Memorial-Park

A Life Remembered

Obituary

Karla J. Borden

Karla J. Borden, 68, passed away peacefully on May 3, 2026 in Gilbert, Arizona. Karla was an avid traveler who traveled extensively with her husband Bruce. She loved to ski, hike, fly, ride motorcycles and dirt bikes, boating and waterskiing, 4x4 off-roading and loved the mountains.

Karla is survived by her husband Bruce, Sister, Kathy Pabst from Murrieta, CA, Brother, Jack (Lavonne) Wattier from Norfolk, NE, Sister, Jane (Steven) Pospisil from Belden, NE, Brother, Scott (Kim) Wattier from Randolph, NE.

Karla was preceded in death by her son, Christopher and parents, Arthur and Betty Wattier.

Karla’s love of life, laughter, compassion and encouragement for others and her beautiful smile will be forever missed.

The funeral service wild be held at 5:00 PM on Saturday, May 9, 2026 at Gilbert Memorial Park, 2100 E Queen Creek Road, Gilbert, AZ 85297, with a visitation beginning one and a half hours prior to the service at 3:30 PM.

Karla’s final resting place will be at Woodlawn Cemetery in Columbia Falls Montana.

Arrangements by Gilbert Memorial Park, www.gilbertmemorialpark.com. Should this obituary appear anywhere else, please check our website for accurate details and service information.

Service Details

Gatherings in remembrance

Visitation

Saturday, May 9, 2026 · 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM

Gilbert Memorial Park
2100 East Queen Creek Road, Gilbert, AZ 85297

Funeral Service

Saturday, May 9, 2026 · 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Gilbert Memorial Park
2100 East Queen Creek Road, Gilbert, AZ 85297

Messages of Love

From family and friends

Elle Borden May 9, 2026
My brothers and I cherish all of our memories with our Aunt Karla. Her bright, adventurous, and loving spirit will stay with us always.
John & Anna Borden May 9, 2026
Please accept our deepest condolences on the loss Karla. We have so many memories of her. She was a light in the world and truly touched us all with her love. She will be deeply missed.
Ron and Kathy Petronzio May 9, 2026
Bruce, we are so very sorry for the loss of Karla. She was an incredible lady and we loved her very much. We know the last year had been a struggle but admire how wonderful you were to her. Always know our door is open for you and may God bless you and give you peace on Earth! May Karla rest in the Lord's hands for all eternity! 🙏🙏🙏

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Gilbert Memorial Park Funeral Home and Cemetery