Mary Susan "Sue" (Easley) Borns was born July 26, 1936 and was raised in Redondo Beach, California. She moved to Las Vegas, Nevada in 1962 with her husband, Leo Borns for his architectural career. After living in the area for five years, she dedicated her life to raising their three children in the McNeil Estates. Borns, along with her husband, became acquainted with numerous area personalities and philanthropic organizations.