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50+ Years
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Your Trusted Partner for Compassionate Funeral Services in Bellingham
Westford Funeral Home & Cremation Service has served families in Bellingham, WA for over 80 years, rooted in a legacy of compassionate care and personalized service. Founded in 1943 by John E. Westford, our business has been guided through three generations of family ownership, each committed to honoring lives and supporting communities during times of need. Our team combines deep local knowledge with extensive experience in funeral planning, offering tailored solutions that reflect individual values and traditions.We prioritize transparency, ethical practices, and environmental stewardship through options like green burials and aquamation. Our dedication to excellence is reflected in our community involvement, including leadership roles in local organizations and specialized services for veterans. We strive to alleviate the burden on grieving families by managing logistical details while fostering meaningful tributes to loved ones.
Services
Burial Services
Cremation Services
Green Burial
Aquamation
Veterans Services
Tribute Receptions
Details
- Year established: 1943
Highlights and features
- Three generations of family-owned funeral service expertise since 1943
- Specialized veterans burial benefits coordination and military honors
- Eco-conscious options including green burial and aquamation
- Personalized tribute receptions with full event planning support
- Locally-owned with deep community ties and transparent pricing
Services
Burial Services
Our burial services offer personalized memorialization options with visitation, funeral ceremonies, and graveside services. Families receive guidance on casket selection, cemetery arrangements, and service customization through music, tributes, and personalized displays. We coordinate all logistics while supporting families through decision-making.
Cremation Services
We provide cremation services with flexible memorial choices including urn selection, columbarium placement, scattering assistance, and memorial ceremonies. Families may opt for pre-cremation viewings or private family goodbyes with professional care throughout the process.
Green Burial
Our green burial program eliminates embalming chemicals and metal caskets, using biodegradable materials for natural decomposition. We help families select certified green cemeteries and plan meaningful ceremonies aligned with environmental values.
Aquamation
Aquamation uses alkaline hydrolysis for eco-conscious body disposition without carbon emissions. This gentle process returns remains to families in the same manner as traditional cremation while minimizing environmental impact through water-based decomposition.
Veterans Services
We coordinate VA benefits, military funeral honors, and flag presentations for eligible veterans. Our staff handles paperwork for burial allowances, headstones, and cemetery placements while organizing rifle volleys, Taps performances, and honor guard ceremonies.
People
Rob Westford
Owner
Third-generation funeral director with 20 years in the industry. Graduated from UW in Business, previously worked in software. Focuses on process improvement and personalized family care.
Jack Westford
Former Owner
Operated the business from 1975-2005. Served on Washington State Funeral Directors Board and local civic organizations including Boy Scouts and American Legion.
Johnny Westford
Founder
Purchased Homer Mark Mortuary in 1943, establishing the family legacy. Served as Bellingham Mayor for 12 years and led state funeral directors association.
Questions
What types of funeral services do you offer?
We provide traditional burials, cremation services, green burials, aquamation, and veterans-specific services. All options include customizable memorialization choices.
Do you offer eco-friendly burial options?
Yes, we offer green burials using biodegradable materials and aquamation, a water-based cremation alternative that reduces environmental impact.
Can you help with veterans burial benefits?
We assist families in securing VA burial benefits, flags, headstones, and military honors including rifle volleys and Taps performances.
Are tribute receptions available?
Yes, we host personalized reception events with catering, AV support, and venue coordination at our facilities or locations of your choice.
What immediate services are available after a death?
We provide 24/7 response for body transport, temporary care, and arrangement consultations at our Bellingham location near St. Joseph Medical Center.
