History & Staff

We have years of experience caring for families, from all walks of life. Each family comes to us because they know we are leaders in our profession, dedicated to excellence in service, and have the highest integrity.

Our History

Our History

Trader Funeral Home, Inc. was founded in 1953 by Roland P. Trader.  In 1976, the family business grew when his sons, Thomas and Ross, became licensed  funeral directors in Delaware and Maryland.  They were later followed by Roland’s wife Grace Trader in 1980. 

Our Valued Staff

  • Tom and Ross Trader

    Tom and Ross Trader

    Trader Funeral Home, Inc. Trader Funeral Home, Inc. was founded in 1953 by Roland P. Trader. In 1976, the family business grew when his sons, Thomas and Ross, became licensed funeral directors in Delaware and Maryland. They were later followed by Roland’s wife Grace Trader in 1980. Trader Funeral Home, Inc. includes a casket selection room with display models and additional urn and vault selections. For additional information, or to schedule an appointment, please contact us at (302) 734-4620 or by email [email protected].Trader Funeral Home, Inc. is located at 12 Lotus Street, Dover, Delaware 19901Trader Funeral Home, Inc. is a proud member of the International Order of the Golden Rule and recipient of the 2002 Exemplary Service Bronze Award. Please visit Delmarvaobits.com for current and archived obituaries in Delaware, Maryland, Virginia and the Washington D.C. area. To submit a loved one’s obituary to Trader Funeral Home, please email us at [email protected]. Trader Funeral Home is a proud supporter of the work to support pets and their families at Senior Dog Haven & Hospice.