Dexter K. Bordes

In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the Dexter K. Bordes Scholarship Fund of College of Southern Maryland https://tinyurl.com/DexterBordesMemorialatCSM WELL DONE, THOU GOOD AND FAITHFUL SERVANT……… Dexter Keith Bordes was born December 10, 1956, to Willie (Joe) Bordes and Annie K. Bordes in Jackson, Tennessee. He was very proud of his Tennessee roots and the special bond that he shared with his maternal grandparents, Robert and Anna Gibson. He departed this life on September 21, 2024, after a 13-year battle with cancer. He faced this illness with quiet grace…. never sharing his painful journey with anyone and never giving up hope. Dexter was educated in the St. Louis Public Schools System and developed a love of sports early in life. He joined the Mathews -Dickey Boys Club, and the owner, Mr. Mathews, had a significant influence on his life. After graduating from Tennessee State University with a degree in Business Administration, he returned to St. Louis and gave countless hours volunteering as an accountant and mentoring children at the Boys Club. He eventually became a member of that board to continue his dedication to help underserved youth. He began his career in St Louis at The Boeing Corporation in 1985 as an operational manager and excelled as he moved through the ranks to senior executive leadership. After working in Boeing's Fighter Aircraft Division, he moved from St. Louis to Naval Aircraft Station Patuxent River, Maryland, in 1995, where he was responsible for flight test programs. An avid learner, Dexter earned an MBA from the Florida Institute of Technology. Throughout his career, Dexter received many awards and accolades for his work. He was recognized as a kind-hearted and hard- working gentleman with a drive for excellence. After retiring from Boeing, he started his real estate firm, DM&T Corporation, in Waldorf, Maryland. He described his work in real estate development as his life's passion, and he was also passionate about supporting black businesses, families, and children in Waldorf. His professional work as a consultant, seller, and buyer led to many real estate opportunities. The firm has projects in Virginia, Washington, DC, and Charles County, focusing on commercial buildings and apartments. He has served on several community boards including the College of Southern Maryland in Charles County, the West Lake Business Association in Waldorf, the Economic Development Board of Charles County, and the Conservancy of Prince George's County. Dexter was a proud and active member of Alfred Street Baptist Church for almost three decades. He was formerly President of the Church's Men's Ministry, a position that gave him great joy and satisfaction as he organized and facilitated many church events and programs. He also served as a member of the Board of Trustees and was often called upon for his expertise in real estate development and planning. Family was everything to Dexter, including his loving wife of 35 years, Dr. Marilyn Coleman Bordes; his daughter, Taylor; his parents, Mr.& Mrs. Willie Bordes; his sister, Mrs. Djuan Bordes Mason; his brother, Mr. Ahmid Jadon (Doretha Rose) Bordes; his sisters-in-law, Mrs. Jacqueline (Freeman) Hrabowski and Mrs. Jocelyn (John) Warfield and his brother-in-law, Mr. Meade Bernard Coleman. Jr. A host of aunts, uncles, cousins, nephews, great nieces, and great-nephews loved him deeply. He served as a role model and mentor to many family members and as a “2nd Dad” to many of Taylor’s friends throughout her life, including a cohort of her “young upcoming dentists” classmates.

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Dexter K. Bordes

December 10, 1956 - September 21, 2024