OUR HISTORY

Vorhees-Ingwersen History

Vorhees Funeral Home was established in 1943 by Earl J. Vorhees. Donald W. Vorhees and Loretta F. Vorhees purchased the funeral home in 1968.

Donald J. Ingwersen began his career at Vorhees funeral home in 1993 while attending AAMI (American Academy McAllister Institute) of Funeral Services in New York City . Donald continued his employment with Vorhees for several years after graduating from AAMI and purchased the funeral Home in 2005. In 2008, the name was changed to Vorhees-Ingwersen Funeral Home to reflect the acquisition.

Donald is a Member of the Passaic County Funeral Directors Association, was past president from 2009 - 2011 and is currently the treasurer. He is a member of the 200 Club of Bergen County, the Ridgefield Park/Bogota Rotary Club, the  Ridgefield Park Elks Lodge 1506, and is actively involved in numerous other community affairs. He is a parishioner of St. Francis RC Church, is a member of its Holy Name Society, and an usher during Sunday Mass services.

Vorhees-Ingwersen Funeral Home is a proud sponsor of Ridgefield Park’s youth athletic teams, civic organizations and myriad community events.

In the solemn year of 1943, as families sought comfort in times of loss, Earl J. Vorhees established Vorhees Funeral Home a place of dignity, and unwavering service. For decades, the Vorhees name became synonymous with care, guiding generations through their most difficult moments with grace and respect. In 1968, a new chapter began when Donald W. Vorhees and Loretta F. Vorhees took ownership, dedicating themselves to upholding the legacy of excellence and heartfelt service. Their vision carried the funeral home into a new era, strengthening its role as a pillar of the community. Then, in 1993, Donald J. Ingwersen began his career at Vorhees Funeral Home while attending the American Academy McAllister Institute of Funeral Service. With dedication and compassion, he worked tirelessly to support families in their time of grief. For many years, he remained a steadfast presence, learning the profound responsibility gently assisting those in need. His commitment only grew stronger, and in 2005, after years of service, he took full ownership of the funeral home.

In 2008 the funeral home took on a new name, Vorhees-Ingwersen Funeral Home, reflecting both its deep history and its forward-looking vision. Yet, through all its transformations, one thing has remained unchanged, its commitment to the families it serves.