The 5 Best Funeral Homes Around Frederick

When a family is faced with planning a farewell for a loved one, the Best of the Best acknowledges funeral homes in Frederick that combine empathy, expertise and dignified service. Consider this: according to national end-of-life service studies, more than 50 percent of families say they value transparent pricing and customized tributes as much as traditional ceremonies—a noteworthy shift. In our region those values matter. These finalists help families find meaning, closure and respect.

Stauffer Funeral Homes P.A.

Stauffer Funeral Homes is a family-owned and operated provider with community roots across Frederick, Carroll and Washington counties. Their team emphasizes a compassionate, accessible approach—every family is treated “as if you were a member of our own family,” they say. With multiple locations and around-the-clock availability, they offer burial and cremation options and post-service grief-support resources. What stands out is their commitment to making the process manageable during difficult times—guidance, not just logistics.

Keeney & Basford Funeral Homes

With a legacy spanning more than 175 years in Frederick, Keeney & Basford brings deep local heritage to funeral and cremation arrangements. As a family-owned home, they emphasize personal service and neighbor-to-neighbor relationships. Whether for pre-planning or immediate need, their team covers the full spectrum of services while preserving respect, community ties and continuity of care for generations of families.

Resthaven Memorial Gardens

Resthaven Memorial Gardens offers a full-service funeral home, crematory and cemetery complex just north of Frederick. Established in 1961, the property spans more than 90 acres and features cremation gardens, mausoleums and even a pet-and-owner interment option in their “Garden of Faithful Friends.” Their 24/7 support, on-site reception facilities and range of personalization choices make them a multifaceted option for clients looking for integrated memorial solutions.

Gary L. Rollins Funeral Home

Gary L. Rollins Funeral Home (also known as Rollins Life Celebration Center) was founded by Gary Rollins and his wife Denise, bringing a blend of mortuary experience and business operations to the funeral-service space. Gary earned his mortuary science training and mortician’s license before returning to Frederick, and Denise applies her accounting and HR background to operations and after-care services. Their emphasis on personalized service, grief support and community engagement gives families both professionalism and warmth during challenging times.

Hartzler D.D. Funeral Home & Sons

Hartzler D.D. Funeral Home & Sons serves Frederick County through locations in Libertytown and beyond. Their facilities are designed to accommodate varying service needs—including newly renovated chapels and accessibility features. The firm emphasizes pre-planning, after-care and personalization, helping families craft meaningful ceremonies and memorials. Across multiple generations the business has adapted to local needs while maintaining stable service and respectful support.

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