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Why Wouldn’t You Preplan Your Funeral?

Most of us don’t like to think about our own mortality – let alone plan for it. Sure, we make arrangements for other events in life. Think of the planning involved when you make a major purchase or organize a vacation or party. Not to mention the thought and time… Read More

5 Ways to Honor Your Loved One in the Years After Their Death 

In talking to Flemington families  over the years, many have described how grief has a tendency to “sneak in” after losing a loved one. Our staff at Wright & Ford Family Funeral Home and Cremation Services  can relate. Something as simple as hearing a particular… Read More

Managing Grief During the Holidays

The holidays are supposed to be a time of great joy. Despite all of the family togetherness and holiday cheer though, this time of year can be very painful for those who have lost a loved one. Even the most wonderful traditions – the annual family Christmas party, a friendly… Read More

The Many Options That Come with Cremation

Years ago, there was one factor that kept many families from considering cremation when they were planning a funeral: People used to believe that if they chose cremation they could not have a funeral service, or if they did, it wouldn’t be as meaningful as it might be… Read More

How the Changing Seasons Impact Grief

“Every May, my mom helped me plant a garden. She died last fall and I tear up even thinking about shopping for flowers without her.”  “When the weather would warm up, my grandpa made his famous BBQ chicken just about every weekend. Now that he’s gone, even the smell of… Read More

5 Ways Funerals Are Changing

“A traditional funeral doesn’t fit who I am. Can I plan a final farewell that’s more ‘me’?” “I want to care for the earth in death just as I do in life. What are my options for a green burial?” “I’d love for my friends and family to… Read More

How to Get Your Affairs in Order

Our care team at Wright & Ford Family Funeral Home and Cremation Services meets with Flemington and Hunterdon County families every day who have stories like these: Jean’s Story Jean and her husband, Jerry, recently celebrated 60 years of marriage. Jerry has always managed their money, but… Read More

How to Help a Grieving Loved One

Grief is a topic that hits every person differently. It can manifest itself through anger, isolation, depression, and many other unexpected ways. As a friend and supporter of someone who has lost a loved one, it is important to know how to support them through this difficult time. Read More

10 Things I Wish Someone Had Told Me About Grief

Grief is a complex emotion that affects each person differently, but it has become clear over our years working with our neighbors in Flemington and Hunterdon County that the only way someone can successfully process grief is to start the steps of working through it. At Wright &… Read More

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 and Cremation Services staff has found this to be true for most families in Flemington and Hunterdon County… Read More