Betty Borgwardt

Betty M. Borgwardt, 96, of Mondovi passed away peacefully on September 1, 2026, at Hillview Senior Living in Mondovi, Wisconsin.

Betty was born July 12, 1930, to Paul and Alice (Dregney) Paulson on the Dregney family farm in Dregney Valley near Modena, Wisconsin.

She was united in marriage to Vernon E. Marten on June 19, 1949. Vernon passed away on July 24,1963. On August 31, 1968, Betty married Virgil L. Borgwardt. Together, they blended their families and raised five children; Linda Gindt, Robert Marten, James Borgwardt, Peter Marten and Susan Fox.

Betty began her secretarial career working for Dr. Solberg and Ede Motors before working as a secretary for the Mondovi School District. She took great pride in her work and caring for those around her. Betty was a woman of strong values who believed in treating others with respect, kindness, and fairness. These qualities were reflected in the way she raised her children and touched the lives of so many people throughout her life.

She was also an amazing cook and baker, with a special talent for Norwegian delicacies such as rosettes, krumkake, lutefisk and lefse. Sweets held a special place in Betty’s heart, and she was always ready to share her homemade graham cracker pies and always other goodies with family and visitors. One of her favorite treats was a special delivery of a Mc T’s chocolate malt, often brought to her by her family.

In her younger years, Betty enjoyed camping, playing piano, and listening to music of all kinds. She loved spending time with friends bowling, golfing and playing cards. She was a faithful and caring friend to all. She remained active in the community throughout life as a member of Central Lutheran Church and ladies organizations, Americal Legion Post 154, the Live Wire Group, and the Red Hats.

Betty will be dearly missed by her children; Linda (Ken) Gindt, Robert (Mary) Marten, James (Julie) Borgwardt, Peter Marten, and Susan (Steve) Fox; her grandchildren, Jason (Molly) Marten, Tracy (Tom) Bau, Kristopher Gindt, Kayle (Jerad) Hutchins and Kyanne Fox; her great-grandchildren; Austin (Kendra) Bau, Maxwell Marten, Madeline Marten, Jayde Fox and Elowyn Hutchins; her great-great granddaughter, Rylee Bau. She is also survived by many other dear relatives and friends.

Funeral Services will be held at 11:00AM on Wednesday, September 9, 2026, at Central Lutheran Church in Mondovi, Wisconsin with Pastor Mara Ahles-Iverson officiating. Visitation for family and friends will begin at 9:30AM at the church prior to the service. Memorials may be made in Betty’s name to the Central Lutheran Church.

Talbot Family Funeral Homes assisted the family. Memories and condolences can be shared at www.talbotfuneralhomes.com.