Sturtevant Funeral Home

Sturtevant Funeral Home has been a pillar of the Hampton Roads community for over 130 years, offering compassionate and professional funeral services to families in Portsmouth, Chesapeake, Suffolk, and the surrounding areas of Virginia. Founded in 1883, this independent, family-owned and operated business has been passed down through five generations, with each generation upholding the founding family’s belief in the importance of having family by your side during times of loss. Today, the business is led by owner William R. Gardner, alongside his son Robie Gardner, who continue the tradition of personalized care and community service.

The Bennetts Creek Chapel, located at 2690 Bridge Road in Suffolk, is one of three convenient locations that make up the Sturtevant family of services. This chapel is designed to provide a warm, comfortable, and family-oriented environment, accommodating both large and small gatherings for traditional funerals, memorial services, and visitations. The facility is wheelchair accessible, with on-site parking, ensuring that all families can access the space with ease. The chapel is open seven days a week from 9 AM to 5 PM, offering flexibility for families to plan services according to their needs.

Sturtevant Funeral Home offers a comprehensive range of services to honor the lives of loved ones. Families can choose from traditional burial services or cremation, with the reassurance that the home operates its own on-site crematory. This means that your loved one never leaves the care of the Sturtevant team, providing an added layer of dignity and security. Additionally, the home provides prepayment plans to help families plan ahead with financial peace of mind. For families seeking a more complete gathering, the Sturtevant Event Center, located just steps from the Portsmouth Boulevard Chapel, offers a dedicated space for receptions with varying levels of food service, allowing families to focus on celebrating the life of their loved one rather than logistical details.

Beyond the core funeral services, Sturtevant Funeral Home is committed to supporting families through every step of their grief journey. The home maintains an active online presence through its website, where recent obituaries are posted, and provides resources such as the option to send flowers through a local florist. The website also features a flag retirement program, honoring those who have served, reflecting the community’s deep respect for veterans and military families. With its long history, dedicated staff, and commitment to offering affordable, high-quality services, Sturtevant Funeral Home remains a trusted partner for families facing loss.