Jana Leigh Borba Obituary
The world bids farewell to Jana Leigh Borba in Bakersfield, California, departing on October 8, 2025 at the age of 64. Jana leaves behind memories cherished by the community. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Jana Leigh Borba to show support.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Wilma Dale Jobe Beutler and Harold Elmer Beutler Jr.; and her sister Valerie Garcia. She is survived by: her husband John Borba; her children, Ethan Borba and Emma Borba; her grandson Anthony Borba; her siblings, Jeff Beutler (Donna), Kurt Beutler (Ruth) and Susan Hedrick (Eddie); and her brother-in-law Abel Garcia. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews.
A funeral service will be held on Thursday, October 16th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the Main Chapel (2739 Panama Ln, Bakersfield, CA 93313). A graveside service will be held on Monday, October 20th 2025 at 9:15 AM at the Bakersfield National Cemetery (30338 E Bear Mountain Blvd, Arvin, CA 93203).
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Wildlands Conservancy in memory of Jana Borba, whose many years as a naturalist at Wind Wolves Preserve inspired countless children to discover the beauty and wonder of nature. Donations can be made online at wildlandsconservancy.org/donatenow, with the checkbox option to dedicate your gift to Jana.
