Ford Funeral Home R.C. Jones Chapel

Ford Funeral Home R.C. Jones Chapel, located at 1410 Country Club Road in Fairmont, West Virginia, is a cornerstone of compassionate care and community service in Marion County. As a proud part of the Ford Funeral Homes family, this location carries forward a legacy of dedication that has spanned more than a century. The R.C. Jones Funeral Home was originally founded by Robert C. Jones in 1901, serving families with dignity and respect for generations. In 1966, the Ford family, themselves deeply rooted in the funeral profession, acquired the business and relocated it to its current address in 1977. This seamless transition preserved the home's cherished traditions while integrating the values of the Ford family, which emphasizes what they call "generations of caring."

The Ford Funeral Home was incorporated in the 1950s by brothers Joseph F. Ford and William H. Ford, both World War II veterans and graduates of Fairmont State College. They pursued advanced education in mortuary science, with Joseph studying at the New York School of Embalming and Restorative Art and William graduating from the Cleveland College of Mortuary Science. William also earned a master’s degree in counseling and guidance from West Virginia University. Their mother, Lillie A. Ford, was a funeral director and embalmer, establishing a true family tradition. Today, the third generation—Joseph F. Ford III, William H. Ford II, R. Jay Ford, and Bradley A. Ford—along with fourth-generation members Lauren L. Ford and William Ryan Ford, continue to uphold the highest standards of funeral service.

The R.C. Jones Chapel offers a full range of services to meet every family’s needs. Whether choosing burial or cremation, the staff provides personalized guidance through every step, from contacting churches and newspapers to arranging military honors and veteran benefits. The facility includes an on-site chapel, ample parking, and is fully wheelchair accessible with both an accessible entrance and parking lot. Families can also access financial assistance options and payment plans. The funeral home’s offerings include a wide selection of caskets, urns, and vaults, along with other personalization items. The dedicated team is available day or night to ensure that each service is a meaningful tribute. As members of professional organizations, several Fords have served as presidents of the West Virginia Funeral Directors Association, and William H. Ford served as executive director of the American Board of Funeral Service Education. At Ford Funeral Home R.C. Jones Chapel, every family is treated with the respect, care, and professional excellence that have defined the Ford name for generations.