Whitaker Funeral Home

It is the mission of Whitaker Funeral Home to be the leader in the facilitation and creation of meaningful ways for families to grieve their loss and celebrate the memories of their loved ones. We will always strive to exceed the expectations of each family we are privileged to serve. Originally known as the John Rowland Leavell Funeral Home, our facilities were first located near the present-day Hampton Inn on Nance Street in Newberry, SC.

First and foremost, we are sorry for your loss. Thank you for seeking information and help from the team of experienced professionals at Whitaker Funeral Home and Newberry Memorial Gardens. Right now you likely have strong emotions and a lot of questions, and both of those are perfectly normal.

Our objective is to help you through this time of transition in a smooth manner, and to make this process one of healing and comfort for you and your loved ones.We will take your loved one into our care and contact you to discuss a time that we can meet with you in person or via web conference. Let us know if you have questions at any stage of this emotional situation.

Planning a funeral service can be a very difficult process for families who have just lost a loved one. But it's important to provide those who are grieving with a supportive environment in which they can begin to find closure, say goodbye, and come to terms with the loss.

Gathering with friends and family gives everyone the opportunity to connect, share memories, offer words of sympathy, and create a lasting network of comfort and support as they start the journey toward healing.When a loved one dies, the ceremonies of bereavement are in place to demonstrate to us that the community shares our loss.

Every life is a unique and personal story, and as such, every tribute should be a unique and personal experience. A funeral is a final farewell. How would you like this goodbye to feel, to those who will attend? We can help you use details from your loved one's life to plan their unique service, one that honors who they were as a person.

If your loved one is a war veteran, that matters to your family and to the nation. We want to help you plan a memorial that allows attendees to feel the pride we all share because your loved one served. This is a final statement to express our gratitude for their service to our country.

But not all funeral homes are familiar with what is available or willing to invest the time an energy necessary to make sure each veteran receives the proper tribute.Former military members who served on active duty and departed under honorable conditions. Former military members discharged from the Selected Reserve due to a disability incurred or aggravated in the line of duty.