Hunter-Anderson Funeral Home

Hunter-Anderson Funeral Home, located at 36 South Green Street in Berkeley Springs, West Virginia, has served the Morgan County community for generations as a family-owned funeral home. The business traces its roots to 1883, when Charles E. Hunter established the original funeral home in Berkeley Springs. In 1972, Charles Anderson and his son John A. Anderson purchased the business, adding the Anderson name to Hunter’s legacy. John Anderson became the sole owner in 1998 after buying his father’s share. The funeral home offers a full range of services, including traditional funerals, cremations, pre-planning, and obituary publishing. Its website invites families to plan meaningful ceremonies that honor the unique lives of their loved ones. The facility is wheelchair accessible, with an accessible entrance and parking lot, and provides on-site parking for visitors. Operating hours are Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and the business is closed on weekends. The funeral home has long been a trusted resource for grief support and dignified end-of-life care. However, in August 2022, the West Virginia Board of Funeral Service Examiners suspended the funeral home’s license, citing allegations including improper preservation of a body, homeless individuals living on the premises, and the operator’s arrest for obstructing justice, driving on a revoked license, and trespassing. The operator, John A. Anderson, has denied the allegations, stating that the complaint originated from a disgruntled individual. An administrative hearing was scheduled to address the matter. Despite these challenges, Hunter-Anderson Funeral Home continues to be listed as an active funeral home and maintains a presence in the community. The business remains a part of Berkeley Springs’ history, reflecting both the enduring need for compassionate funeral services and the complexities of small-town family operations. Its website, which features a history page and service planning tools, aims to assist families during difficult times.