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Top 10 Reasons to Preplan your Funeral 

You might be surprised how many strong opinions you have about your own funeral, memorial service, and final resting place. Our Wright & Ford Family Funeral Home & Cremation Services staff has found this to be true for most people from Hunterdon and Somerset Counties… Read More

Can I Wear Color to a Funeral And Other Funeral Etiquette Questions

At Wright & Ford Family Funeral Home & Cremation Services, we have heard many questions from the Hunterdon and Somerset County communities about what is appropriate to wear and say at a funeral. Everyone is different, and each person’s life can be celebrated in a unique manner. It’s a… Read More

Surviving the Winter Blues

Even living in the beautiful state of New Jersey, the winter months can get a little hard and maybe even depressing, as the days get shorter and the temperature dips. This can be even more true if you’ve recently lost a loved one. But it is important to try… Read More

What Family Ownership Means For You

Since Wright & Ford Family Funeral Home & Cremation Services opened our doors over 100 years ago, the Ford family and our entire team have been committed to serving the families of Hunterdon and Somerset County during some of their most difficult moments. It’s not just a job… Read More

Special Ways to Remember Loved Ones on Thanksgiving

The holidays, especially family-focused celebrations like Thanksgiving, are some of the toughest times of the year if you’re grieving the death of a loved one. Meaningful traditions coupled with time spent with family and friends can bring back memories of that special person who’s no longer with you. Read More

A Tribute to Veterans

Today is the day we set aside to honor American veterans – those valiant soldiers, sailors, airmen, Marines and Coast Guardsmen of the U.S. Armed Forces – who all share a dedication to the defense of freedom. For generations, veterans have honored us with this sacrifice, and so all… Read More

How to Support Someone Who Has Lost a Child

Experiencing the death of a child is something no parent should have to go through. The pain is unimaginable. At, Wright & Ford Family Funeral Home & Cremation Services we often field questions about how to support loved ones after the death of a child. While there are no… Read More

3 Tips for Writing a Memorable Obituary

When it comes time to memorialize your loved one, it can be hard to find the right words to describe just how special they were. For years, the team at Wright & Ford Family Funeral Home and Cremation Services has been helping Flemington families write obituaries… Read More

Unique Ways to Remember Your Loved One on Their Birthday

Many people tell us that one of the most difficult parts after losing a loved one is the “big days” that happen throughout the year. Holidays, anniversaries, birthdays – especially the birthday of the person who is no longer alive. A day that should be filled with fun… Read More

Should We Plan a Visitation?

Wright & Ford Family Funeral Home and Cremation Services have been part of Hunterdon and Somerset Counties for over 60 years, serving area families for generations. When our staff sits down with a family to plan a funeral, there are many decisions that need to… Read More