About Us

The Edward J. Hildenbrand Funeral Home, Inc. was founded by George and Sue Schaeffer in 1920.  Known then as the Schaeffer Funeral Home, located at 341 West Main Street, Kutztown, the funeral home was later moved to our current location at 346 West Main Street in 1926. Hugo C.A. Weber Sr. and his wife, Mae A. Stump purchased the funeral home from the Schaeffers in 1962. It was then known as the Weber Funeral Home. By 1970 our facility became the Weber and Hildenbrand Funeral Home. In 1976, ownership was transferred to the Weber's daughter and son-in-law Nancy J. and Edward J. Hildenbrand.

After the passing of Edward J. Hildenbrand on April 1, 2003, leadership continues, under the direction of the fourth generation in funeral service, Holly A. Hildenbrand, daughter of the late Edward J. Hildenbrand and Nancy J. (Weber) Hildenbrand, who joined the firm in 1984, and has been the Supervisor since 1992.

The caring and experienced professionals at Edward J. Hildenbrand Funeral Home Inc. are here to support you through this difficult time.  We offer a range of personalized services to suit your family’s wishes and requirements.  You can count on us to help you plan a personal, lasting tribute to your loved one.  And we’ll carefully guide you through the many decisions that must be made during this challenging time.


You are welcome to call us at any time of the day, any day of the week, for immediate assistance.  Or, visit our funeral home in person at your convenience.  We also provide a wealth of information here on our web site so you can learn more from the privacy of your own home.