W F Gormley & Sons

W F Gormley & Sons We are Sacramento's oldest Independent Funeral Home with California State Funeral Director License

Our family operated business was established by a Sacramento Sheriff and Coroner, William Francis Gormley. We are Sacramento's oldest Independent Funeral Home with California State Funeral Director License . Currently owned and operated by the fourth and fifth generations of the Gormley family, we pride ourselves on attention to detail and compassionate service, striving to accommodate every family's personal requests. Our services include a wide range of options to ensure that every service is personalized for each family, focussing on the family's needs, customs or religious denomination. Our goal is to relieve some of the burden and difficulty your family is going through. We want to treat you the way we would want to be treated. You can find comfort in the knowledge that from the moment we receive your loved one into our care and throughout the process of finalizing their wishes, each step is handled with great devotion and respect. We provide a comfortable atmosphere where you can make decisions and plan the service without feeling pressured into spending more that you can afford. Our reputation is built on integrity and dedicated compassionate service to every family in our care. We are here to serve you and your loved one, whether it be a traditional funeral ceremony, memorial service, cremation, or planning ahead using our preneed services. We are happy to just answer any questions that you may have. We are proud of our history in Sacramento and will maintain it for years to come.

03/10/2026

W.F. Gormley & Sons Announces Future Move to Riverside Boulevard

For the last 129 years, each generation of the Gormley family has made thoughtful decisions guided by one central question: What best serves Sacramento families? In both 1901 and 1924, previous generations made the difficult decision to relocate in order to better meet the evolving needs of the community. Now we find ourselves at those same crossroads, and we are approaching this new chapter with that same commitment and sense of responsibility. We never saw a relocation coming, but when this property was listed for sale; we had to explore the opportunity. We will be making the move to 2685 Riverside Blvd, previously George L. Klumpp Chapel of Flowers Funeral Home location, at some point in 2026.

With our new location, we are proud to remain in the City of Sacramento and will be situated less than two miles from our current Midtown Sacramento facility, which will allow us to continue serving families in the heart of the community while offering meaningful improvements. The new site will provide increased onsite parking and convenient freeway access, making it easier and more accessible for the families we serve during life’s most difficult moments.

Most importantly, this transition reflects what we have learned by listening closely to the families who have entrusted us with their care. The new facility will include a dedicated reception space, an important addition that reflects the evolving wishes of today’s grieving families and creates a welcoming environment for gathering, remembrance, and connection. As always, the onsite Chapel will be space that all faiths can comfortably utilize to honor their loved one.

While our address may change, our foundation remains the same. The Gormley family, under the direction of the fourth and fifth generations, will continue its independent ownership and operation, preserving our family roots and longstanding commitment to dignified and compassionate service. As we enhance and renovate the new location, we will thoughtfully incorporate elements of our legacy and history into the building, honoring our past while preparing for the future.

We would like to extend our sincerest gratitude to all those in the community who have partnered with us to help us realize our vision for this next chapter.

The fourth and fifth generations of the Gormley family, alongside our dedicated team, are proud to begin this next chapter. We look forward to continuing to serve Sacramento families with the same integrity, care, and commitment that have defined our family business for generations.

~Patrick Gormley & Patrick Gormley Jr.

03/09/2026

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03/06/2026

Did you know that you can have a funeral or memorial service just about anywhere? That’s right – you can choose a place that’s special and significant to you and your family! Whether you prefer to have the service at your church, outdoors, at a local venue, or by the water, we can help you make it happen. Talk with us today to learn more about your personalization options!

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02/20/2026

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Does your family know what to do after your death? If they don’t, then planning your funeral is likely to be more emotio...
02/18/2026

Does your family know what to do after your death?

If they don’t, then planning your funeral is likely to be more emotionally and financially draining than you might think. But you can ensure their success by creating an easy-to-understand roadmap to your wishes.

Simply sit down with us, review your options, and write down your wishes. You will make a difficult day so much easier for your grieving family.

Call us at 916.443.6513 to schedule a time to chat.

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