Wagner-Elfner & Harkins Funeral Home and Cremation Services

08/30/2026

The service is over. The food has been put away. The last car has pulled out of the driveway.

And suddenly, the house is silent.

This is one of the loneliest moments in grief, and almost no one talks about it.

For days, people surrounded you. There were calls to make, hands to hold, things to arrange. The busyness, as painful as it was, kept you moving. And now it's just... quiet.

The grief that lives in that silence is real. It's not a sign that something is wrong with you. It's a sign of how deeply you loved.

Today is National Grief Awareness Day. We're thinking of every family who has ever stood in that silence.

If this describes where you are, drop a ❤️ below. Sometimes just knowing others understand makes the quiet feel a little less heavy.

08/28/2026

⏰ Today is the last day!

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08/27/2026

On behalf of the family, we are saddened to announce the passing of Mr. Ronnie Lee Barben, a true pillar of service to the Delta-Cardiff and Whiteford communities.

Please keep the Barben family, his fellow firefighters, and all who knew and loved Ronnie in your thoughts during the days ahead.

View Ronnie Lee Barben's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

08/27/2026

Do you know the difference between a eulogy and an elegy?

A eulogy is a speech or piece of writing that praises someone or something highly, typically someone who just died.

An elegy is a poem of serious reflection, typically a lament for the deceased.

Have you ever heard either of these at a service?

08/27/2026

WE’VE GOT SOME GREAT NEWS TO SHARE!

Many of you will remember that several months ago, Rusty retired from Wagner-Elfner & Harkins and stepped away from funeral service.

But as life often does, the next chapter has a way of taking an unexpected turn.

We are very pleased to share that Rusty has returned to the Wagner-Elfner & Harkins family in a new and special role!

Rusty will be serving as our Fire Department Service Liaison and Funeral Service Ambassador, assisting our team during visitations and funeral services while also helping us strengthen the connection we have with the fire service community that he knows so well.

His experience, familiar face, knowledge of funeral service, and ability to connect with families make this a role that simply makes sense.

Sometimes retirement means slowing down.

And sometimes it means figuring out exactly where your experience can still make a difference. 😄

We are genuinely excited to welcome Rusty back in this new capacity and look forward to having him alongside us as we continue serving the families of our community.

Welcome back, Rusty!

Help us give him a warm welcome “back” in the comments! 👏

- Christopher Boggs - Mortician

08/26/2026

Your family probably knows your favorite restaurant, how you take your coffee, and the song you always turn up in the car. But do they know what you would want at the end of your life?

Burial or cremation? A traditional funeral or something more personal? Is there a certain song you’d want played or something special you’d want with you?

These conversations aren’t always easy, but having them now can take away so many questions later.

08/25/2026

On behalf of the family of Ronald Lee Jones, we invite you to share your condolences and find service details by clicking the obituary link below. Your thoughts, prayers, and kind words are greatly appreciated.

View Ronald Lee Jones's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

08/25/2026

Talking to kids about grief isn’t easy, but it matters.
Here are some quick dos and don’ts that can help when discussing loss with children:

DO:
- Go first.
- Tell the truth about how you feel.
- Remember that each child is different.
- Be patient.

DON'T:
- Don't say, ""don't feel sad"" or "don't feel scared."
- Don't compare their lives or situations to others in the world.
- Don't act strong for your children.

What suggestions do you have for talking to young ones? Let us know below.

08/24/2026

Limited-Time Community Appreciation Pricing!

Lock in today's prices on our Traditional Funeral and Direct Cremation pre-planning packages through August 28.

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08/23/2026

Spending more doesn’t mean you loved someone more.

Our job is to explain your options, answer your questions honestly, and help you choose what makes sense for your family. The meaning of a funeral isn’t found in the price tag. It’s in the people who show up, the stories they tell, and the life everyone came together to remember.