We are a full service funeral home dedicated to the families we serve in Beltsville, Adelphi, Burtonsville, College Park, Greenbelt, MD and surrounding areas. Our professional staff provides services that honor traditional family values with the compassion and care your family deserves.
We have been entrusted to caring for members of the Prince George's County Police Department, as well as the local Beltsville and Greenbelt Volunteer Fire Departments since opening our doors in 1985.Community is very important to us, and as such, we have fostered close relationships with churches, hospitals, nursing homes, and cemeteries in our area to make sure your family is treated with respect throughout the process.
We have been entrusted to caring for members of the Prince George's County Police Department, as well as the local Beltsville and Greenbelt Volunteer Fire Departments since opening our doors in 1985.Community is very important to us, and as such, we have fostered close relationships with churches, hospitals, nursing homes, and cemeteries in our area to make sure your family is treated with respect throughout the process.
Services
At Borgwardt Funeral Home, we take great pride in caring for our families, and will work tirelessly to provide you with a beautiful, lasting tribute to your loved one. In addition to the services we offer, you will receive an online memorial that you can share with family and friends. While honoring your loved one is our top priority, we also want to help you through this difficult time.
Dave was predeceased by his parents, Dan Sr. and Margaret Gran Embody. He is survived by his two daughters, Margaret and Julia, his brother Dan Jr. and sister-in-law Renata, his brother Jimmy and nephew Michael, his beloved cats Buggy and Abraham, and a host of extended family and dear friends who will remember him with love and treasured memories.
Our staff is comprised of dedicated and licensed professionals with the experience to answer all your questions regarding our services. Please feel free to contact any of our staff members at any time. Donald V. Borgwardt was born and raised in Beltsville, MD.
In 1985, he opened his doors to his present facility, and is an active member of the First Lutheran Church of Bowie, the local Jaycees, the Rotary Club, Birmingham Masonic Lodge #188, and Prince George's County Crime Solvers.He is a past president of the International Conference of Funeral Service Examining Boards, State Board of Morticians, and a board member of the Maryland State Funeral Directors Association.
In 1985, he opened his doors to his present facility, and is an active member of the First Lutheran Church of Bowie, the local Jaycees, the Rotary Club, Birmingham Masonic Lodge #188, and Prince George's County Crime Solvers.He is a past president of the International Conference of Funeral Service Examining Boards, State Board of Morticians, and a board member of the Maryland State Funeral Directors Association.
Veteran services may be comprised of any of our service options, and include service members of the respective U.S. Military branch offering modified Funeral Honors at the service location. The veteran's family may select a private cemetery or a qualifying state or national veteran's cemetery for interment of the veteran, spouse and dependent children.
A traditional funeral usually consists of a visitation or viewing, followed by some sort of service, then burial (or less traditionally, cremation). A visitation or viewing is a gathering of family or friends prior to the funeral service. Some cultures call this a wake as well. The difference between the often-interchangeable terms of "visitation" and "viewing" is whether the casket is closed or open, respectively.
Reviews (9)
Nelson Lozano
Sep 19, 2021
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Best Experience I could have imagined. Borgwardt Funeral Home was empathic, accommodating, honest, & caring. They gave us such a welcoming experience, and made my father’s funeral and viewing easy to manage. Their team was always in communication, and made sure I always felt supported. From travel across states-to ensuring my family got to be involved in the process, everything was a 10 out of 10. Thank you very much to Cathy, Diego, Jairo, & Donna. We appreciate you and the rest of the team.
Estefany Araniva
Feb 19, 2021
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It was a pleasure to work with Borgwardt Funeral home. My grandmother recently passed and it was our first time experiencing the unexpected death of a close family member. Needless to say, it was an emotionally difficult thing to experience especially during a pandemic. We knew almost nothing about the funeral process but Diego provided the guidance and empathy every step of the way. We were so relieved to know that he was willing to genuinely help us and answer all the questions we had. On behalf of my family, we want to extend our thanks to Diego, Emmy, and other staff members who were involved
Selena Lewis
Feb 04, 2021
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Losing my mother in November 2020 was not an easy thing. But I must say that Donna and her staff were AMAZING! Donna walked me thru this process and never cared about all the questions I had. She was the sweetest, most caring person. Everything was handled very quickly. Very nice and clean facility. Would definitely recommend using their services!!
Fweedom Lover
Jan 28, 2021
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Mario DeVillars
Jan 27, 2021
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David Arias
Dec 22, 2020
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The experience with Donald V. Borgwardt Funeral Home was excellent. The staff made an uncomfortable situation bearable. They were very accommodating, understanding and affable with our situation. I highly recommend Donald V. Borgwardt Funeral Home to anyone having to deal with a loved one's passing.
Cynthia Brown
Dec 04, 2020
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Michelle Lee
Nov 14, 2020
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Thank you to the staff at Borgwardt Funeral Home for their kindness and patience in dealing with a difficult situation. Cathy was so wonderful and understanding when we were setting up initial arrangements, and provided all the information we needed to make our decision to have our family member's service there. Since she couldn't be present during the day of the memorial service, she turned us over to Jessy.
Jessy made sure that all our needs were taken care of the day of the service and the following day at the burial. We really appreciated her attentiveness and sympathy. It was a really emotional
Jessy made sure that all our needs were taken care of the day of the service and the following day at the burial. We really appreciated her attentiveness and sympathy. It was a really emotional
Irene Cusimano
Nov 04, 2020
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Donald V. Borgwardt Funeral Home was the place that did exactly what I needed for my mother. They respected her with absolute dignity from the time she passed and they picked her up from our house to the time she was buried. Diego was my first contact and made me feel so at ease. He answered all my questions and ensured me that mom will be ok. Diego was real not phony like most of these other funeral home staff. He did everything that I wanted for my mother, during the time that was the hardest for me, and I thank him for that. I highly recommend Donald V. Borgwardt Funeral Home. This place to
