Keene, NH – Carolyn Elaine Borst, 69, of Marlboro Street, died on Friday December 9, 2022, at her home, following a long illness. She was born on April 4, 1953, in Finley, Ohio, to the late Walter and Annabell (Nye) Phillips. 

She attended schools in Ohio and worked for Trico Vending Co., in Brattleboro, for many years. She also worked for National Grange in Keene. 

She was married in Bradenton, Florida to Gary Lake who survives. Other survivors include two sons, Graham and Dustin Borst, two stepsons, Shane and Chris Lake, one stepdaughter, Heather Lake, brothers, Walter and John Phillips, sisters, Peg Golling, Joyce Baker, Barb (Billy) Smith, and Jeanette (Louie) Troiano. She is also survived by grandchildren, Haley, Davion, Landon, Anthony and Luca Sirabella. She was pre-deceased by her parents and brother, Leonard Phillips, and a sister, Sandy Fields. Elaine enjoyed doing crafts, her trips to Florida and spending time at Old Orchard Beach.  

At Elaine’s request there will be no services. 

Fenton and Hennessy Funeral Home, 55 Westminster Street, Bellows Falls, VT has been entrusted with arrangements.