About Us

Our Legacy of Service

The Hoffmann Meyers Givnish Funeral Home stands as a testament to generations of compassionate care, rooted in tradition and carried forward by a shared commitment to serving grieving families with dignity and grace. Founded with love and dedication by Mr. and Mrs. Hoffmann, the funeral home became a cornerstone of comfort for families throughout Bucks County. Their devotion to service was not

just professional, it was deeply personal. Over the years, the Hoffmann family built a reputation for heartfelt support, guiding countless families through life’s most tender moments. Sadly, the community mourned the loss of Mr. Hoffmann in 1998, followed by Mrs. Hoffmann in 2001. Their daughters, Roxanne and Michelle, continued the family’s mission with grace until their own passings in 2018 and 2019. Each of them left behind a legacy of kindness, professionalism, and unwavering care. When the time came to consider who might carry the Hoffmann tradition forward, Marie ‘Hoffmann’ Zminiewski turned to someone who had already become part of the family in

spirit—Timothy Meyers. Tim had worked alongside the Hoffmans for over 28 years, embracing their values and understanding their vision intimately. Tim’s own roots in funeral service run deep. As the son of Walter and Eileen Meyers, founders of the Walter J. Meyers Funeral Home in Philadelphia, Tim was raised in a household where compassion and service were daily practices. His brother, Jim Meyers, shared that calling, and together they had already built a strong partnership in funeral care. Joining Tim and Jim was Francis X. Givnish, another funeral professional from a family steeped in the same tradition. United by shared values and a deep respect for the Hoffmann legacy, the

three partners accepted the mantle to continue serving Bucks County with the same warmth and integrity. Under the leadership of Francis X. Givnish, Jr., who now serves as supervisor, and Elizabeth Staab, office manager and daughter of Elizabeth ‘Sullivan’ Meyers, the funeral home thrives with a team that blends experience, empathy, and dedication. We have a great support team with our Funeral Directors; Timothy J. Meyers, James T. Meyers, Francis X. Givnish, Francis X. Givnish. Jr., Julia ‘Meyers’ Lownes, and Heather Hughes, and our devoted staff; Veronica ‘Meyers’ Posner, Elizabeth Staab, Apryl ‘Meyers’ Jastrzebski, Elizabeth Meyers and Bernadette ‘Meyers’ Tetkowski. We are also continually supported by our many compassionate Funeral Assistants, each of whom plays a vital role in ensuring families feel cared for and comforted. Hoffmann Meyers Givnish Funeral Home remains committed to honoring the past while embracing the future. Every service, every conversation, and every gesture are guided by the values instilled by the Hoffmanns and carried forward by those who knew them best. We are more than a funeral home, we are a family of caregivers, united in purpose and devoted to helping others find peace, remembrance, and healing.

The Meyers Family Funeral Home

On March 4, 1911 John and Rachel had a daughter, Eleanor, the first-born with the name Meyers. On August 8, 1917, Walter J. Meyers, Sr. was born. In 1924, John and Rachel purchased a home on Disston Street in the Tacony section of Philadelphia. This home would later be the beginning of a family business.

Walter, a 1931 graduate of Hamilton Disston Grade School and a 1935 Graduate of Frankford High School, attended Taylor Business School. On May 25, 1940 Walter J. Meyers, Sr. graduated from Erkels College of Embalming. On September 19, 1940, he enlisted in the United States Navy. He served in the Navy for over 5 years. A WWII Veteran and a Pearl Harbor survivor, Walter received his Honorable Discharge at the rank of Chief Pharmacists Mate (T) V6 from the United States Navy on November 26, 1945.

In January, 1946, Walter opened the Walter J. Meyers Funeral Home in his parent’s home on Disston Street. In 1948, as his business began to grow, he moved the funeral home to 6645 Torresdale Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19135. The Walter J. Meyers Funeral Home began with one man’s determination to help the bereaved, and one woman’s strength to stand beside him. Together, they made this building into a home where family, friends and neighbors could come together to relive memories and hold them close. Walter and his family continue to take pride in their place where neighbors share stories, prayers, laughter and tears all through song and ceremony.

It was always our father's dream to open up another funeral home. Three of his nine children got into the business, Walter Jr., James and Timothy. First serving the Tacony area, we decided to expand our services to other locations. Tim worked for Stan Szpindor in the Trooper area for 20 years and when Stan decided to retire he wanted nothing more than for Tim and Jim to continue serving his families. So in 2011, Stan Szpindor transferred ownership to Tim and Jim where they could continue to provide the Montgomery families with the services they have been able to provide for their families in Philadelphia.

Tim is also licensed in the state of Delaware, which allows us to serve families in that area. Today we are servicing families in Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery and Philadelphia counties as well as the State of Delaware. We share and strive to emulate what my parents taught us by word and example. Since 1946, we have been helping the bereaved cope with the loss of those they love. And we have made some very dear and close friends along the way. If there is one thing we believe, it is that we are here to remind you that even though our loved ones are no longer within our touch; they will always be within our reach. If you have any questions, or if you would like to tour our facilities, please give us a call. We will be glad to accommodate you.

McGoldrick Funeral Home

McGoldrick Funeral Home was originally established around 1900 in rented rooms in the Foy Building on Old York Road by Joseph J. McGoldrick, who then constructed the first funeral home in that area built for that purpose at 713 West Avenue and Johnson Street. In 1926, the business was moved to a facility at Summit and Cedar Street. Mr. McGoldrick owned and operated the funeral home until his death in 1933, at which time, his daughter, Anne took over the management of the firm and became a licensed funeral director in 1936. In 1949, her brother, also named Joseph J. McGoldrick, joined his sister in the operation, and in 1956 they moved the funeral home to its current location at 507 West Avenue. Joseph became the sole proprietor upon his mother’s death in 1959. In 1975, the grandson of the founder, Thomas M. McGoldrick joined the firm, and when his father died in 2013, he became the sole proprietor. Tom McGoldrick was one of seven children of parents Joseph J. and Delores McGoldrick, but was the only one that joined his father in the business.

With Tom considering retirement, the Walter Meyers family of funeral directors were contacted. After a long interview with Tom and assuring him we would continue the McGoldrick family of service to his families, Tom decided to transfer the McGoldrick funeral home into the care of the Meyers Family of Funeral Directors. Until Tom does decide to fully retire he will remain as the supervisor of the Joseph J. McGoldrick Funeral Home Inc. During this transition we will assist Tom in the many aspects of running the funeral home.

Hoffmann Meyers Givnish Funeral Home

The Hoffmann Meyers Givnish Funeral Home stands as a testament to generations of compassionate care, rooted in tradition and carried forward by a shared commitment to serving grieving families with dignity and grace.

Founded with love and dedication by Mr. and Mrs. Hoffmann, the funeral home became a cornerstone of comfort for families throughout Bucks County. Their devotion to service was not just professional, it was deeply personal. Over the years, the Hoffmann family built a reputation for heartfelt support, guiding countless families through life’s most tender moments.

Sadly, the community mourned the loss of Mr. Hoffmann in 1998, followed by Mrs. Hoffmann in 2001. Their daughters, Roxanne and Michelle, continued the family’s mission with grace until their own passings in 2018 and 2019. Each of them left behind a legacy of kindness,

professionalism, and unwavering care. When the time came to consider who might carry the Hoffmann tradition forward, Marie

‘Hoffmann’ Zminiewski turned to someone who had already become part of the family in spirit—Timothy Meyers. Tim had worked alongside the Hoffmans for over 28 years, embracing their values and understanding their vision intimately.

Tim’s own roots in funeral service run deep. As the son of Walter and Eileen Meyers, founders of the Walter J. Meyers Funeral Home in Philadelphia, Tim was raised in a household where compassion and service were daily practices. His brother, Jim Meyers, shared that calling, and together they had already built a strong partnership in funeral care.

Joining Tim and Jim was Francis X. Givnish, another funeral professional from a family steeped in the same tradition. United by shared values and a deep respect for the Hoffmann legacy, the three partners accepted the mantle to continue serving Bucks County with the same warmth and integrity.

Under the leadership of Francis X. Givnish, Jr., who now serves as supervisor, and Elizabeth Staab, office manager and daughter of Elizabeth ‘Sullivan’ Meyers, the funeral home thrives with a team that blends experience, empathy, and dedication. We have a great support team with our Funeral Directors; Timothy J. Meyers, James T. Meyers, Francis X. Givnish, Francis X. Givnish. Jr., Julia ‘Meyers’ Lownes, and Heather Hughes, and our devoted staff; Veronica ‘Meyers’ Posner, Elizabeth Staab, Apryl ‘Meyers’ Jastrzebski, Elizabeth Meyers and Bernadette

‘Meyers’ Tetkowski. We are also continually supported by our many compassionate Funeral Assistants, each of whom plays a vital role in ensuring families feel cared for and comforted.

Hoffmann Meyers Givnish Funeral Home remains committed to honoring the past while embracing the future. Every service, every conversation, and every gesture are guided by the values instilled by the Hoffmanns and carried forward by those who knew them best.

We are more than a funeral home, we are a family of caregivers, united in purpose and devoted to helping others find peace, emembrance, and healing.