Graceful Farewell with Compassionate College Park, MD Cremation Services

At Donald V. Borgwardt Funeral Home, P.A., we weave over 40 years of dedication and compassion into every service. As pioneers in College Park, MD cremations, we understand the profound importance of celebrating a loved one’s journey. Countless families have turned to us during life’s most tender moments, trusting us to guide them with warmth and understanding. Reach out today for a complimentary consultation and embark on a journey towards solace and remembrance.

Listening with Heart, Responding with Care

The path through grief is tender and personal, and our devoted team is prepared to walk it with you. Each story is unique, and we honor this by crafting personalized cremation services that capture the individual essence of those you hold dear. By attuning to your desires, we ensure that your loved one's legacy is celebrated with the reverence it deserves.

A Harmony of Cremation Choices

In the gentle embrace of remembrance, let us honor the loved ones who have journeyed beyond the horizon. Here, where heartstrings intertwine with the whispers of the eternal, we offer cremation services that transform farewells into a canvas of cherished memories. 

Traditional Funeral Service Followed by Cremation

For those who seek the timeless beauty of tradition, let us craft a symphony of solace and reverence. Embrace the grace of a final farewell, with moments of vigil and homage, where the essence of life dances amidst flickering candles. This ceremonial rite transitions tenderly, like a gentle breeze over a meadowscape, from earthly confines to ethereal realms. The ashes, a delicate tapestry of remembrance, rest in a chosen vessel—a vessel that may cradle at home, journey to sacred grounds, or eternally reside among the stars.

Memorial Service

Within sacred halls or beneath the boundless skies, we compose a melody—a celebration of spirit. Gather with kindred souls in a setting of your choice, where stories weave together like an eloquent tapestry, and melodies echo like whispers from the heart. Our life celebrants, skilled in weaving the narrative threads of remembrance, guide these gatherings with compassion, where each word sows the seeds of healing in the fertile ground of love.

Graveside Service

For those who seek serenity in simplicity, the sacred earth awaits. In a setting guided by nature's embrace, the gentle rustle of leaves bears witness to an intimate passing. A graveside service, modest yet profound, enfolds you in those cherished moments where the very earth holds the stories of a lifetime.

Embrace Peace of Mind with Thoughtful Preplanning

Taking steps to prepare for tomorrow offers solace today, lifting burdens from those you love in times when they need most to simply heal. Through preplanning, declare your wishes and spare your family from making these decisions under duress. Our seasoned team stands ready to aid you in this path of foresight and care.

Easing Family Minds through Preplanning Benefits

To declare your wishes is to grant your family peace—a clear path amidst the chaos of loss. By articulating your desires for your cremation service, you free loved ones from the weight of second-guessing and conflicting opinions, allowing for harmonious remembrance without discord.



A preplanned path brings a calming peace. Rest easy with the assurance that every plan is crafted to your specifications. In the whirlwind of loss, the release this provides can be transformative, enabling families to grieve and begin their healing journey unencumbered by logistical concerns.

Flexibility in Funding, Certainty in Care

Anticipating tomorrow’s needs brings financial tranquility to today. Arrange your cremation in advance with diverse funding avenues like preneed insurance or life policies, reducing the fiscal strain when emotions are tender. This foresight ensures that unexpected costs do not shadow the memory of a loved one.

Lifting the Weight from Family Shoulders

The profound duty of preplanning lifts the decision-making burden from your family, enabling grief to find expression without the interference of logistical concerns. With over 150 necessary choices typically at hand within days of a passing, eliminating this responsibility is a heartfelt gift in their moment of need.

Honoring Veterans with Respected Services

For those who served, we imbue every service with a reverence befitting their dedication. We pride ourselves on guiding families through securing benefits and crafting a service that salutes the life and sacrifices of military veterans with deep gratitude and respect.

Personalization that Breathes Life into Memory

Crafting a personalized service allows for a celebration rich in memories and reverence. We offer unique ways to keep a lost loved one’s spirit present—through photographs, heartfelt music, poetry that resonates, or even the cherished symbols of their life story.

Choosing Us: A Promise of Respect and Service

Our hallmark is a reputation built on trust and unwavering integrity. We stand apart, committed to offering services that are both comforting and bespoke.

• Tailored Services: We delve into the heart of your wishes, creating experiences layered with meaning and comfort.
• Expert Guidance: Our knowledgeable team blends compassion with expertise to navigate the process with you.
• Community Commitment: As a family-owned and operated establishment, we cherish our community ties and serve with a neighborly spirit.

Honoring Traditions, Celebrating Lives

Each life tells an extraordinary story, and it is a privilege to honor these through our thoughtfully curated ceremonies. We encourage embedding personal touches and cultural nuances, weaving a tapestry of celebration and tribute.

Navigating the Path Together

The road of planning can be complex, but you’re not alone. From selecting urns to orchestrating heartfelt service details, our team provides clarity and compassionate support, easing the journey during your time of need.



Ready to step forward in honoring the essence of what matters most? Whether you seek compassionate assistance, astute guidance, or uniquely personalized services, we stand ready to help. Connect with us today for a complimentary consultation and discover how, together, we can forge a path to healing.

A Commitment to Excellence and Compassion in Cremation Services

Our passion for excellence is mirrored in the services we render and the comfort we extend to those we serve. We are unwavering in our mission to exceed expectations and provide a sanctuary where grieving can give way to healing through our College Park, MD cremations. In moments of difficulty, choosing the right partner is crucial—allow us to honor your loved one with dignity and reverence. Contact us today for your free consultation and let us walk this tender path by your side.

Frequently Asked Questions

What options do you offer for cremation services?

We offer affordable cremation services that include options for a public gathering and a final resting place for your loved one.

Can we have a traditional funeral service followed by cremation?

Yes, you can have a traditional funeral service with a final viewing, visitation, or wake, followed by cremation. The cremated remains can be returned to your family, scattered, or interred in a columbarium.

Can we hold a memorial service at a location of our choice?

Yes, the funeral service can be held in a church or any other venue you choose. We work with families to design a service that honors their loved one with stories, music, or scripture.