Vander Plaat-Vermeulen Memorial Home

01/30/2026

With great sadness, we are sharing with you that my mom, Lorraine Graham, has passed away. She was just short of 93 years old. She left the world peacefully and without pain yesterday late afternoon. In the last week, she deteriorated rapidly and our prayers were the Lord would take her … and He did...

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01/30/2026

With direct cremation, remaining family members can emotionally feel lost. Talking with Owner and Funeral Director Jim Vander Plaat can help them understand how including traditional services can soften the grieving process. To discover options, call Vander Plaat Vermeulen Memorial Home at (201) 891-4770.

01/29/2026

View Carolyn Jean Sozanski's obituary, contribute to their memorial, see their funeral service details, and more.

01/28/2026

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01/28/2026

At family-owned Vander Plaat Vermeulen Memorial Home, Manager and Funeral Director Nicholas Vander Plaat can be a valuable resource. If you have questions about planning a funeral or want to discover your options, call (201) 891-4770. Our Funeral Directors are here for you.

01/26/2026

Families find peace in familiar rituals. A traditional funeral allows time for visitation, a meaningful celebration of life, and a respectful graveside service. At Vander Plaat Vermeulen Memorial Home, we help you create a ceremony that reflects love, dignity, and family connection. To preplan or make arrangements, call Owner and Funeral Director Jim Vander Plaat at (201) 891-4770.

01/23/2026

If you've purchased a preplanned funeral, it can be transferred to Vander Plaat Vermeulen Memorial Home. The transfer can happen either before or after a death occurs. To discover the timing and the process, call (201) 891-4770. We honor all preneed transfers without a fee.

01/22/2026

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01/22/2026

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01/22/2026

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01/21/2026

Family members will always remember the last time they see their loved one. It's why staff members like Funeral Assistant and Fleet Manager Sean Collins are filled with compassion and love for the families in our care at Vander Plaat Vermeulen Memorial Home. (201) 891-4770

01/19/2026

Baby John was born on January 6, 1938, in Perumpalam, Kerala, India, the second eldest son of the late Naduvilamuriyil Chandy John and Mary John. He was raised alongside his seven siblings - the late NJ Alex, the late NJ George, Molly Herman, NJ Thampi, Gracy George, NJ Abraham, and Sarasa Sunny - i...

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