Family-owned businesses, such as Wright & Ford Family Funeral Home and Cremation Services build their reputation by delivering on their promises. For the Wright & Ford family, this means surpassing expectations as we serve our neighbors in Flemington and Hunterdon County.

Our family has owned and operated Wright & Ford since 1860. We realize our neighbors throughout the Flemington area trust our expert staff to walk alongside them during some of life’s most difficult times. We listen and we care, and our decades of professional experience help us highlight your loved one’s unique personality at the funeral and help you heal afterwards.

Our roots extend back to 1860, when our founder Robert L. Ford’s great-grandfather, George C. Ford opened a mortuary in Elizabeth. It was one of the very first funeral homes in the area.

Robert was born in Elizabeth and grew up in Union, NJ. After serving honorably in the U.S. Marine Corps during World War II, he completed his internship in funeral service and graduated from McAllister School of Embalming in New York City in 1949. He realized his dream of continuing his family’s tradition in funeral service in 1958, when he opened the doors of Robert L. Ford Funeral Home, Inc. on Route 31 in Flemington. It was the first time in Hunterdon County a building had been built from the ground up for the purpose of becoming a funeral home.

In 2013, to further the funeral home’s ability to grow, expand, and better serve families in Hunterdon County, Robert’s son, Robert “Bob” Ford, sold the funeral home to our current owner, Daniel James “D.J.” Wright in 2013. Bob still remains a part of our caring team. We work together to continue the legacy of excellent, family-focused service that began so long ago.

Throughout our deep-rooted history, families trust us to arrange every detail of their burial or cremation with excellence. They know we’re here to help with the 100+ decisions that come into play when planning a funeral. From writing a eulogy or obituary, to planning a reception, to coping in the weeks and months after the funeral, generations of our family have helped our neighbors pay tribute to their loved ones.

We know details matter, and that’s why we do everything possible to make sure to offer our neighbors every assistance with a personal touch. If you’re thinking about putting your own funeral plans in place, we can help you plan ahead and answer any of the questions you might have to explore all your options.

From beginning to end, our family provides full care and attention, so you can focus on what matters most in life: your own family. Contact us today with questions, or to learn more about our preplanning services and all the ways we can help you. The journey of life is something to celebrate – and the Wright family is here for you every step of the way.