Harmer Funeral Home

In 1852, B. Tyson Harmer moved to Shinnston,
Since that time, the Harmer family has served the citizens of the Shinnston area for five generations, providing professional service with a personal, family-centered touch. “The Family Other Families Rely Upon” is more than a slogan, it the sacred responsibility of every member of our staff; before, during, and after the funeral.
If you wish to pre-arrange the funeral of yourself or a loved one, or are making arrangements for one who has just passed, our trained staff will be by your side, ready to assist you in any way possible. We are open or on call, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, holidays included.

Our Directors

Jay D. Harmer, the fifth generation of Harmers to serve the Shinnston area, is a 1976 graduate of Shinnston High School, and received his Bachelor's degree in business administration from Fairmont State College. He graduated Magna Cum Laude from the Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science in 1986. In addition to his work with the funeral home, Jay is actively involved with the Shinnston Volunteer Fire Department, where he has held the office of Assistant Chief. Jay is married to Pamela Heldreth Harmer, and the couple has three children, Miranda, Jeremy, and Jacob.

Patrick A Kovalck, of Enterprise, joined the staff of the Harmer Funeral Home in 1998, after graduating from Lincoln High School the same year. Pat attended Fairmont State College, and began his apprenticeship with the funeral home in 2001. He graduated Magna Cum Laude from Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science in 2003. Pat is also involved with the Shinnston Volunteer Fire Department, holding the rank of Captain.