Newark in New Castle County, Delaware — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
R.T. Foard and Jones Funeral Home
In 1916 this property was sold to Robert T. Jones, Sr. A local funeral director, Mr. Jones had previously conducted business on Main Street at the present-day location of the University of Delaware's Harter Hall. After relocating, Mr. Jones renovated the attached storeroom so that it could be used for holding funeral services. He was succeeded in business by his son, Robert T. Jones, Jr. In 1979 Mr. Jones was joined by Mr. Robert T. Foard, Jr. The property was purchased by Mr. Foard in 1998. R.T. Foard and Jones is the oldest funeral business in continuous operation in Newark.
Erected 2001 by Delaware Public Archives. (Marker Number NC-116.)
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Architecture • Industry & Commerce. In addition, it is included in the Delaware Public Archives series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1886.
Location. 39° 41.006′ N, 75° 45.43′ W. Marker is in Newark, Delaware, in New Castle County. Marker is on W. Main Street (Delaware Route 273), on the right when traveling west. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 122 W Main Street, Newark DE 19711, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Deer Park Hotel (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); John A. Munroe ('36 B.A., '41 M.A.) (about 800 feet away); Pride of Delaware Lodge #349 IBPOEW (about 800 feet away); New London Road Community (approx. 0.2 miles away); St. John African Methodist Church (approx. 0.2 miles away); Raub Hall (approx. 0.2 miles away); George Evans House (approx. 0.2 miles away); The Diamonds Walkway (approx. 0.2 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Newark.
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