Scanlan's: Where Life is Celebrated

12/12/2025

Caroline Elizabeth Meyer (Nee Finnigan), daughter of the late Walter and Lucille Finnigan, beloved mother, grandmother and source of unconditional love, passed away peacefully on December 11, 2025, at the age of 93 surrounded by her devoted family.

She dedicated her life to nurturing her exp...

12/11/2025

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Agnes Sermonia Sarmient, 71, of Lincoln Park, passed away on December 10, 2025.

Visitation will be held from 8:30 am to 10:30 am on Saturday, December 13 at Scanlan's:Where Life is Celebrated. A funeral Mass will be celebrated 11 am at ...

12/11/2025

You can miss them deeply and still smile. You can feel the weight of their absence and still find comfort in a favorite recipe, a song, or a shared memory.

Grief and joy often sit side by side, especially during the holidays. Don’t feel pressured to choose one or the other. Just allow yourself to feel what you are feeling, when you are feeling it.

There is no wrong way to grieve. There’s only your way - and that’s just fine.

Click on the link to learn more about the many layers of grief.



https://www.scanlanfuneral.com/can-sorrow-and-joy-coexist/

12/09/2025

If your loved one cared deeply about the earth, lived simply, or prioritized sustainability, a green funeral can be a beautiful way to reflect their values in their final goodbye.

One of the most common questions we hear when helping families plan a green service is: “Do we have to embalm?” The short answer is no.

In fact, choosing not to embalm is one of the core principles of a green funeral.

In our latest blog, we explore what embalming really is, why it’s typically used, and why families seeking a more natural, eco-conscious path often choose to forgo it. If you’re considering a green goodbye, this is a thoughtful place to begin.



https://www.scanlanfuneral.com/is-embalming-required-for-a-green-funeral/

12/08/2025

Grief is hard enough without the added worry of people taking advantage. Sharing this helpful post from Funeral Matters to keep our community aware and protected. If something ever feels off, please reach out. We’re here to help.

When a relative or someone close to you dies, the stress of dealing with the loss, the funeral arrangements and any financial matters can be overwhelming.

We have outlined five of the most common below along with tips on how to avoid falling for these tricks.

12/07/2025

Michael Feigenbaum, 77, of Pompton Lakes, passed away on December 6, 2025.

Born in the Bronx, NY, Michael was the son of Morton and Vera Feigenbaum. On November 23, 1975, he married the love of his life, Linda, and together they recently celebrated 50 years of marriage. They settled in Pompt...

12/07/2025

Horst Haudek, 91, passed away December 5, 2025.

Horst is survived by his wife Elizabeth; his son William and his wife Donna; his daughter Deborah Thatcher and her husband Robin; his sisters Hilda and Ursula; his beloved grandchildren Briana and her husband Chris, Emily and her husband Geoff...

View Horst Haudek's obituary, contribute to their memorial, see their funeral service details, and more.

12/06/2025

Donald Edward Koonjy, 96, of Pompton Plains, passed away on December 5, 2025 in the loving care of his family.

Born on April 12, 1929, in Paterson, New Jersey, Donald was the son of Rose Askim and Joseph Koonjy. He grew up in Paterson, attending local public schools and graduating from Pater...

12/06/2025

Jacqueline M. Bennett, 89, of Pompton Plains, New Jersey, passed away peacefully on December 5, 2025. Born in Hackensack on January 17, 1936, Jacqueline was the daughter of Gilbert M. Dunne and Helen F. Venturi. She was raised in Teaneck and graduated from Teaneck High School in 1954.

In 195...

12/05/2025

William McKnight, a longtime resident of Pompton Plains, passed away on December 4, 2025, at the age of 65.

Born in Teaneck, New Jersey, William was one of four children of the late William and Gloria (Horvat) McKnight.

On May 14, 1993, William married the love of his life, Mary Jude...

12/05/2025

Sgt. Zachary Abdelsalam, 24, passed away on November 25, 2025.

Born in Hackensack and raised in Little Falls, Zachary was the beloved son of Mayra DeJesus and Aly Abdelsalam. His strength was evident from a young age. When doctors said there were milestones he might never reach, Zachary prov...

12/05/2025

Kathleen Anne Novoshelski, of Hamburg, NJ, at the age of 75 passed away.

She was a loving and caring woman whose presence brought comfort to everyone around her. She was responsible and steady, someone her family could always count on. At the same time, she had a goofy, fun side that made he...