BORENDRA KUMAR BISWAS
April 8, 1934˜ March 7, 2020
Borendra Kumar Biswas, age 85, died at home on March 7, 2020. He was born in the state of West Bengal, India, where he spent the first 30 years of his life.
Boren received an M.A. in English Literature at the University of Calcutta.
He met his wife, Beverly, in 1963 and moved to Vancouver, Washington where he lived for the remainder of his life.
Boren worked for The Tidland Corporation in Camas for 35 years, initially as advertising manager and finally as president.
Boren had a passion for travel and adventure. He was known for his enthusiasm, optimism, and charisma. He had a lifelong love of Shakespeare and English poetry, hiking, camping, and, above all, singing.
Boren was preceded in death by his brother, Robindra.
He is survived by Beverly Biswas, his wife of 55 years; his children, Bijoli Biswas-Wagstaff, Robindra Biswas, Anjali Gallagher and Keya Biswas-Diener; his 17 grandchildren; and 2 great-grandchildren.
A funeral Mass for Boren will take place on March 12 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Vancouver, Washington at noon, preceded by a rosary at 11:30.
Please sign his guest book @ www.columbian.com/obits
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Fond memories of Boren from Bible study.
Dan Chandler
Friend
April 10, 2021
I always enjoyed talking with Boren and Beverly. My deepest sympathy to his family. He left the world a better place.
Mary Shepard
Friend
March 21, 2020
Beverly - I am sorry I am unable to attend the funeral tomorrow. I am sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family. Maryjean Cannon
Maryjean Cannon
March 11, 2020
He was a very Kind and Friendly Man.
Major W. Harris, Jr.
March 11, 2020
Judy G Gallagher
March 11, 2020
Boren was such a generous wonderful person. I am blessed to have known him. My heart goes out to Beverly and all of the family, friends and loved ones in this time of loss and remembrance.
Judy Gallagher
March 10, 2020
Liz Wilson
March 10, 2020
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