Philip Marion Borowitz

Philip Marion Borowitz, 88, of Gonzales, passed away Monday, July 20, 2026. Phil was born on July 12, 1938 in St. Louis, MO, to Marion and Victoria Rouch Borowitz. Phil married JoAnn Gerbic on July 25, 1959 in Granite City, Il and together they 65 enjoyed 65 years of marriage. Phil was a member of St. James Catholic Church. He was initiated into the Gonzales Elks Lodge BPOE 2413 and had been a member since 1987. He had held several offices, including Grand Exalted Ruler. Phil had served honorably in the US Army and had been very involved in the community of Gonzales. He had served on the board of directors of the Community Health Centers of South Central Texas until his passing.

Phil grew up in Caseville, Il. He was an entrepreneur who was successful in may aspects of the car business. He loved boating, restoring old boats, fishing, and camping with his brothers and his family.

Phil Borowitz was a devoted member of the Community Health Centers of South Central Texas Board of Directors for nearly 38 years. Though out his many years of service, Phil held several leadership roles, including Chair of the Finance Committee. He generously shared his management experience, sound judgement, and financial knowledge to help guide and strengthen the organization.

Phil’s service extended far beyond attending board meetings. He was a thoughtful and steady leader who cared deeply about the organization’s mission and the community it serves. His guidance, institutional knowledge, and commitment to responsible stewardship made a lasting impact on the health center and the thousands of patients and families it serves.

Phil was deeply respected and appreciated by his fellow board members, organizational leadership, and staff. Community Health Centers of South Texas will remain forever grateful for his nearly 38 years of dedicated service. His leadership, generosity, and commitment to others will be remembered for many years to come.

Phil is survived by his daughter Tracey Renee Twardowski (Richard), brother, Theodore Borowitz, grandchildren, Serrina Wyngarden (Nicholas), Lauren Prasatik (Justin), great-grandchildren, Olivia, Ella, Willa, Greta, Read, Connor, Kaylee, and Dylan along with numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife JoAnn Catherine Borowitz, parents, son Philip Joseph Borowitz and his brother Gregory Borowitz.

The family will receive friends from 9 am to 10 am in St. James Catholic Church with a Mass of Christian Burial following at 10 am in St. James with Fr. Jason Martini officiating. Interment will follow in St. James Catholic Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please make memorial contributions to the Alzheimer’s Foundation or charity of one’s choice.

Friends may leave their condolences to the family by visiting www.seydlerhillfuneralhome.com. Services are under the care and direction of Seydler-Hill Funeral Home.