Cremation Services - Franklin Lakes

cremation services in New Jersey cremation costIf you are interested in cremation services in Franklin Lakes, we would love to share information about our funeral home, our products, and services. We are also happy to provide information on how cremation works and the cremation requirements you should be aware of. Today's families are concerned with many complex issues: how cremation affects the environment (especially when compared to traditional burial), personal finances and faith being amongst the top three.

Everyone has their own personal reasons for choosing cremation over traditional casketed burial.

Cremation Cost is Only One Reason

Given the religious, ethnic, and regional diversity among us, there are many other reasons for the dramatic rise in the number of cremations performed each year. According to Tyler Mathisen of NBC, one of those reasons "is the softening of the Catholic church's views of the practice. For centuries – until 1963, in fact – the church outlawed it. The church's laws still express a preference for burial. But the outright ban is a thing of the past."  

He goes on to tell readers that the decline in nuclear families is another reason. "As more Americans live far from hometowns and parents, and as family burial plots have waned in popularity and accessibility, millions have turned to cremation as a practical and cost-effective way to care for a loved one's remains."

Cremation also allows a family the flexibility they may need in planning and preparing for a memorial service, celebration-of-life, or a scattering ceremony. While the cremation process can occur almost immediately (once all the proper paperwork is complete), the decisions required in planning a meaningful memorial for a loved one can be made in a relaxed, rational way.

You can also be sure that concern for the environment ranks high among many who choose cremation. Casketed and embalmed remains take up cemetery space and can pollute the ground water but many still question the amount of atmospheric pollution created by the cremation process.

Our Cremation Services Franklin Lakes Families Trust

If you, or a family member, are curious about cremation services Franklin Lakes families use or wondering if cremation is the right option for your situation, we invite you to read the articles in this section. And of course, if you have concerns or additional questions, we ask that you connect with us by calling 201-891-4770. We will be pleased to take part in your cremation conversation. 

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Our Affordable Cremation Options
We provide a selection of affordable cremation options designed to meet both your financial and emotional needs.
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Planning a Cremation & Memorial Service
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Our Direct Cremation Service
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Frequently Asked Questions About Cremation Services
Are you struggling to answer the question "what is cremation"? Are you curious about what's involved in making the cremation decision; or wonder if you can be involved in your loved one's cremation? This is the right page for you.

Online Sources:

Mathisen, Tyler, "Cremation is the Hottest Trend in the Funeral Industry".