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Groff Funeral & Cremation Services

For more than 100 years, my family has been serving the needs of families throughout the area. I’m The year was 1892 and our great-grandfather, Fred F.

Groff began a tradition of service in Quarryville, Pennsylvania. He moved the family business, which at the time also included a repair shop and cabinetmaking shop, to Lancaster in 1899, first to the back of the drugstore on Manor Street across from Christ Lutheran Church and soon after to 439 West Orange Street. A year later, he took over 234 West Orange Street which also had rooms for the boarders our great-grandmother Edie wanted to take in. He finally settled on undertaking (as it was called then) and when Great-Grandfather died in 1938, his son, Robert F. Groff, Sr.,our grandfather, became president of a growing funeral home business. Grandfather built the business even further by acquiring George High’s funeral home in New Holland in 1976 and Stanley Eckenroth’s funeral home in 1980. That same year our father, Bob Jr. took over as president of Fred F. Groff, Inc. Brother, Fred joined the firm in 1976 and in 1985 purchased the Groff-High-Eckenroth Funeral Home in New Holland and Terre Hill from the family business and managed them independently ever since. I (Lisa) joined Fred F. in 1991 where I was the pre-need manager until 2004. Between 1980 and 1992 the Fred F. Funeral Home added the James C. Maneval Funeral Home in Williamsport, the William Spacht Funeral Home in Lititz, Spencer Wilkerson Funeral Home, the Coble and Reeber Funeral Homes in Middletown, Boyer Funeral Home in Elizabethtown, Smedley Funeral Home in Marietta, Rearick-Carpenter Funeral Home in Jersey Shore, Miller-Hawthorn Funeral Home in Bainbridge, and Fickenger Funeral Home in Coudersport. In 1999 my family sold the business to Founders Service Corporation of Philadelphia, which operated the Fred F. business, at 234 West Orange Street, until mid- 2015, when Founders sold the business back to the Groff family -- thus reuniting the Original Groff home with the new Groff family home established by my brother Fred and I in 2010 at our current location at 528 West Orange Street.

11/13/2025

Please join us! Call 717-394-5300 to register.

11/12/2025

Groff’s online pre-planning tool lets you create a secure, detailed plan at your own pace. Check off tasks, capture memories, and record your wishes — returning as often as you need until it feels complete.

Take the first step today at www.thegroffs.com/plan-ahead/free-online-planning-guide

A gift of love and peace of mind — this guide shares my life story, cherished memories, loved ones, and funeral wishes to ease your burden when the time comes.

11/06/2025

Choosing a green burial is a meaningful way to honor life — and the planet. 🌿 At Groffs, we’re proud to be a 3-Leaf Certified Provider with the Green Burial Council, meeting the highest sustainability standards in funeral service.

From biodegradable caskets to natural resting places, every detail reflects care for both loved ones and the environment.

Learn more about our green burial options at www.thegroffs.com/our-services/green-burial

11/03/2025

Life is full of meaningful conversations. Sharing your wishes with loved ones now ensures they know exactly how to honor your life when the time comes.

Groff’s pre-planning guidance makes this conversation easier and comforting for everyone involved. Start the conversation today at www.thegroffs.com/plan-ahead

Plan Ahead | The Groffs Family Funeral & Cremation Services Inc - Lancaster, PA

11/01/2025

Please be our guest for lunch, and a short funeral pre-planning discussion, followed by a matinee show of Elf! Seating is limited, call us today to register.

10/31/2025

Halloween is full of surprises—but pre-planning your funeral doesn’t have to be one of them.

By planning ahead, you take control and give your loved ones peace of mind.

Start your pre-planning journey today at www.thegroffs.com/plan-ahead

10/27/2025

Out-of-town arrangements? Graveside services? Scattering ceremonies?

We can coordinate services locally or worldwide, ensuring your loved one’s tribute is seamless wherever it takes place.

Reach out today to learn about all our personalized service options at www.thegroffs.com.

Groff Family Funeral and Cremation Services

10/23/2025

Think about how good it feels to have a summer trip all set—flights booked, hotel ready, itinerary planned.

Pre-planning your funeral works the same way: you handle the details now, so everything runs smoothly later.

Start planning now:

For many, it feels like there’s an overwhelming amount of things to think about! But in all honesty, taking control of the important things in life just feels good; you know it's the right thing to do for you, and your family.

10/21/2025

Every life is one-of-a-kind, and your service should reflect that.

From religious and spiritual services to celebrant-led tributes, we help create a meaningful farewell that honors your loved one’s story.

Learn more about personalizing a service at www.thegroffs.com/our-services

10/20/2025

The 53rd annual Lancaster CROP WALK was highly attended today, with The Groff Family Funeral Home honored to support the event as a sponsor. Spencer Groff joined the walk with his family.

10/16/2025

We are honored to welcome Ayva Dukeman, a Penn Manor High School student, who will be shadowing our Funeral Directors to learn more about the profession. Congratulations to Ayva on her acceptance to the Mortuary Science program at Northampton Community College for Fall 2026! We’re excited to see the wonderful impact she’ll make in the future of Funeral Service.

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528 W Orange Street
Lancaster, PA
17603

Website

http://www.thegroffs.com/

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