The Gorman Funeral Homes are devoted to providing compassionate care and creating a meaningful service for those families who have lost a loved one. A funeral service lets you and those close to you say goodbye and begin the healing process. We believe in the value of personal and caring service to families during a time of loss and sorrow.
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The history of the Douglas Funeral Home goes back to 1904, when the first and only funeral home was established by Al Heaton. It was sold in 1906 to C.H. Hofmann, who also conducted a furniture and upholstery business. Record of the city's first recorded burial goes back to 1906. The Hofmann Mortuary, which also housed his flower shop, furniture store, and mortuary, was in a continual state of expansion.
At Gorman Funeral Homes, we take great pride in caring for our families, and will work tirelessly to provide you with a beautiful, lasting tribute to your loved one. In addition to the services we offer, you will receive an online memorial that you can share with family and friends. While honoring your loved one is our top priority, we also want to help you through this difficult time.
When planning a service, you have many options available to you and we will do all that we can to provide a beautiful and respectful ceremony. No matter your choice, we can offer you a space to join with family and friends in grief, comfort and love. And above all, we will do our utmost to honor your loved one.
Ross was born in Hoven, South Dakota, and raised on the family farm in South Dakota--between Gorman and Gettysburg. He graduated from Gettysburg High School then attended the University of South Dakota. Ross acquired both the Douglas Funeral Home and the Wheatland Funeral Homes in 1988. In 2001 he combined the funeral homes under the name, Gorman Funeral Homes.
When it comes to your final arrangements, shouldn't you make the decisions? The arrangements you make will reflect your exact wishes and desires. Pre-arranging your own service will help to ease the burden of your loved ones. It will also alleviate any questions, problems or differences, which can occur among family members.
