Krienen-Griffith Funeral Home
5.0(23)
1400 Kirkwood Hwy, Elsmere, DE 19805
CremationTraditional Burial+3
212 E Justis St, Wilmington, DE 19804
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The funeral home operates from a historic property at 212 East Justis Street in Newport, described by visitors as a 'wonderful historic property' with distinctive architectural character including electric candle displays in windows. The location offers convenient highway access for families traveling from throughout New Castle County. On-site services include full funeral ceremonies, visitations, and reception capabilities. Parking and wheelchair accessibility are available.
Nichols-Gilmore structures services around direct owner involvement, with Jim, Caitlin, and Brennen Gilmore handling arrangements personally rather than delegating to staff.
Nichols-Gilmore Funeral Home & Cremation Service has operated as a family-owned, independently run business in Newport, Delaware since 1934. Located at 212 East Justis Street, the funeral home occupies a historic property near major highways, making it accessible for families throughout the Wilmington area. The Gilmore family maintains direct involvement in daily operations, with James "Jim" Gilmore leading services alongside his children Caitlin and Brennen. The business model emphasizes small-scale, personalized attention—families work directly with owners rather than navigating corporate hierarchies or rotating staff. Multiple reviewers note multi-generational loyalty, with some families returning for services since 1969.
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