Markwood Funeral Home

Whether you choose burial or cremation; whether you select a formal funeral or a more relaxed memorial service, the need for acknowledgment of the loss with family and friends is ever present. We offer various services ranging from traditional services to direct cremations. We can help you create a unique meaningful ceremony to express the genuine individuality of your loved one.

Markwood Funeral Home was established in 1878 by Jacob H. Markwood. Like many funeral homes of that era, it began as a secondary trade to a furniture store or carpentry business. Markwood Furniture Store was located in the downtown business district of Keyser and the funeral home was operated from a second story parlor. In 1914, brothers Bernard and Harry Markwood took over operation of the...