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The Difference Family Ownership Makes

When the time comes that someone you love dies, you want to be certain the funeral home you choose cares enough about you to do all it takes to understand what is important to your family. Some funeral service providers here in Hunterdon and Somerset Counties are owned by… Read More

Celebrating Valentine’s After Losing Your Partner

Holidays often trigger intense emotions in the hearts of those who have lost someone special. Valentine’s Day is no exception, especially for Hunterdon and Somerset County families who have experienced the death of a spouse or romantic partner. Whether the romance lasted 5 years or 50, this day can… 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 & 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