Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
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Trusted Funeral Services in West Union, WV
Davis Funeral Home - West Union - West Union has served the community since 1947, beginning as Spurgeon Brothers Funeral Home before transitioning to local ownership under the Davis family. With decades of combined experience in funeral services, our team provides compassionate, personalized support for families during their most difficult moments. We specialize in creating meaningful tributes through traditional funerals, cremation services, and memorial ceremonies, honoring cultural and religious traditions.As the only funeral home in the region operating its own crematory, we maintain the highest standards of care and professionalism. Our commitment to local communities extends beyond services, including veteran honors, grief support, and innovative solutions like online pre-planning and 4LocalObits.com. We prioritize transparency, ethical practices, and reinvestment in facilities to ensure families receive exceptional service with integrity.
Services
Funeral Services
Cremation Services
Pre-Planning
Veterans Services
Online Obituaries
Details
- Year established: 1947
Highlights and features
- Locally owned with over 75 years of community service experience
- Own and operate a crematory for complete care transparency
- Specialize in personalized, culturally sensitive funeral arrangements
- Offer 24/7 immediate assistance for urgent needs
- Pioneers of online obituary distribution through 4LocalObits.com
What people say
Compassionate service
Professional staff
Seamless arrangements
Personalized tributes
Timely execution
Services
Funeral Services
Traditional funeral services include visitation, viewing, and ceremony options with customizable elements. We accommodate both burial and cremation preferences while honoring specific cultural or religious traditions. Our directors guide families through every detail from casket selection to officiant coordination, ensuring meaningful tributes that reflect the deceased's life.
Cremation Services
Our on-site crematory provides direct, dignified care with certified operators maintaining strict protocols. Services include private cremation, urn selection, and memorial options. We offer transparent pricing and assist with scattering ceremonies or permanent interment in columbariums, providing families flexibility in honoring their loved ones.
Pre-Planning
Pre-planning services allow individuals to document final wishes through legally binding arrangements. We provide online planning tools and in-person consultations to customize services, lock in current pricing, and reduce emotional and financial burdens for surviving family members through our secure, transferable agreements.
Veterans Services
Specialized services include VA benefit coordination, flag presentation, military funeral honors, and headstone procurement. Our staff assists with documentation for burial flags and government reimbursements, ensuring eligible veterans receive full recognition through formal ceremonies conducted with military precision and respect.
Online Planning
Our digital platform enables 24/7 pre-planning with secure payment processing and document storage. Features include customizable service templates, real-time pricing calculators, and instant obituary creation tools that integrate with our 4LocalObits.com network for nationwide visibility and family notifications.
People
David W Bolyard Jr.
Owner/Managing Director
West Virginia native with 25+ years in funeral services, graduated from Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science. Founded Bolyard Funeral Home in 2007 and co-founded Mountain Funeral Group, now operating nine locations. Active community leader and publisher of 4LocalObits.com.
Morgan Mayfield
Owner/Funeral Director
Third-generation funeral director with 40+ years experience. Operates Morgan Funeral Home and partners in Mountain Funeral Group. Graduated from Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science in 1979. Active in local community events and veteran support organizations.
Elizabeth Rose Cunningham
Director of Aftercare
Harrison County native with background in event coordination and non-profit leadership. Founded Live Your Live Foundation and authored 'Porch Swings and Fire Flies'. Provides grief counseling and extended family support services.
Rev. James Harris
Funeral Director/Embalmer
Retired Marine with 26 years service. Licensed funeral director since 1977, graduated from Cincinnati College of Mortuary Science. Pastors Bethel AME Church and brings spiritual guidance to family services.
Rachelle Diana McIntyre-Nicholson
Attorney and Public Relations Director
Clarksburg native specializing in estate planning and probate law. Graduated from West Virginia University College of Law in 2002. Provides legal guidance for wills, trusts, and veterans' benefits documentation.
Questions
What funeral service options do you offer?
We provide traditional funerals, cremation services, memorial ceremonies, and customized arrangements accommodating all cultural and religious traditions.
Can I plan a funeral in advance?
Yes, we offer comprehensive pre-planning services to document wishes and alleviate future burdens for loved ones.
Do you support veteran funeral benefits?
We specialize in military honors, including flag presentation and coordination with VA benefits for eligible veterans.
How can I access obituary services?
Our 4LocalObits.com platform provides nationwide obituary distribution and memorialization tools accessible 24/7.
Are cremation services available?
Yes, we operate our own crematory with certified professionals ensuring respectful, dignified care throughout the process.
