Wagley Funeral Home, Inc.

Wagley Funeral Home, Inc., located at 1501 West Maumee Street in Adrian, Michigan, is a cornerstone of compassionate care in Lenawee County. With a history stretching back to 1867, it is recognized as one of the oldest funeral businesses in the state and the longest continuously operated funeral home in the county. Founded by J.E. Everiss Sr., a cabinetmaker from England who settled in Adrian in 1854, the funeral home has evolved through six relocations over more than 140 years, finally settling at its current location. The firm’s heritage is deeply rooted in the community, originally operating alongside a livery service that provided taxi, ambulance, and hearse services with matched teams of black horses. Today, Wagley Funeral Home continues this tradition of personalized, compassionate service under the guiding mission to lovingly guide families through one of life’s most difficult experiences—the death of a loved one—and to help them adjust to loss and return to a meaningful life.

The funeral home’s philosophy is that every life deserves a special time, celebrating life rather than mourning death. The Wagley facility was designed to be unlike any other funeral home, offering a warm and comfortable atmosphere that revolutionizes how families think about funeral service. Their services include traditional funerals, cremation services, an onsite chapel, and financial assistance options. The Adrian location is fully accessible with wheelchair-accessible entrances, parking, restrooms, and seating. Hours are Monday through Friday from 8 AM to 5 PM, closed weekends. Additionally, Wagley operates the Tagsold Chapel in Blissfield, Michigan, at 301 S Lane Street, extending its dedicated care to neighboring communities.

Wagley Funeral Home provides a wide range of resources to support families. Their website features obituaries, pre-planning forms, and a daily email of comfort and healing through 365 daily affirmations. They also offer information on sending flowers and gifts, and highlight FEMA’s COVID-19 funeral assistance program, which can provide up to $9,000 per funeral. The staff, with years of experience, are leaders in the profession, dedicated to excellence and integrity. They believe that no two funerals are the same, and they work closely with each family to arrange a ceremony that expresses the unique relationship shared with the loved one.

With a perfect 5-star rating from over a dozen reviews, Wagley Funeral Home is praised for its professionalism and heartfelt care. Their history includes the Heritage Room and initiatives like 'A Drive to Remember.' Whether in Adrian or Blissfield, Wagley Funeral Home remains a trusted guide for families honoring the lives of their loved ones, celebrating each life uniquely since 1867.