Meadowlawn Funeral Home, Cemetery and Crematory

10/27/2025

Rose Marie Salinas was a loving and dedicated soul whose presence brought light to everyone she met. Her heart was pure gold, and her smile could brighten even the darkest day. Though her time on Earth was brief, she left a lasting mark of love and warmth on all who knew her.

Rose passed away at the young age of 21 in a tragic car accident in 2002, leaving behind her only child, Ashley Marie Jackson. Over twenty years later, her memory continues to live on in the hearts of her family and friends. Her spirit remains a reminder of love, strength, and grace.

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10/27/2025

Meadowlawn is currently aerating our gardens.

Aerating a lawn involves creating small holes in compacted soil to improve air, water, and nutrient pe*******on to the roots.

Small holes and soil plugs are a normal part of this process.

10/24/2025

Cirila Fabela Carrera, who passed away on November 24, 2022, was the beloved matriarch of her family and the heart of her home. She raised twelve children with endless love, strength, and wisdom, leaving behind a lasting legacy that continues through them. Cirila found joy in her garden and comforted many with her timeless advice and home remedies. Her warmth, guidance, and nurturing spirit are deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.

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10/22/2025

Keontae’s story and music continues to inspire those who hear about the little lion who fought every day for his life. Meadowlawn Memorial Park was honored to participate in the celebration of his life and legacy. Click the link to hear Keontae’s original song and music video:

Keontae Mckinnon is 5yrs old & he has Stage 4 terminal cancer. The doctors only gave him 3weeks to live! Being a rapper was one of dreams that came true!!! K...

10/20/2025

Honoring our loved ones: Raymond Ciani was a man who loved his community, his faith and his family. Active in multiple community organizations including the Knights of Columbus, the Italian American Memorial Association, the Tinton Falls Fire Company, and the Catholic War Veterans. His large family gatherings were full of life and laughter as he brought everyone together around the table with his famous homemade pasta sauce. A veteran of World War II and Korea, Raymond Ciani was buried at Mount Carmel Cemetery with full military honors.

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10/18/2025

Honoring our loved ones: Richard R. Keller was born on January 23, 1936 in New York City to Harry Cornell Keller & Marie Catherine McCree. He was a UMSC Veteran, Master Electrician and lifelong member of IBEW Local Union #3 NYC, Production/Project Director for the NY Times, and a volunteer firefighter. He enjoyed boating, fishing, entertaining, and golfing. He was also a private pilot with many fond memories of flying with his grandchildren. He was married to his beloved wife Virginia "Ginger" for 64 years with three children, Douglas (Paula), Lorraine Rankin (James), and Michael (Moira). A proud marine, he was laid to rest at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery with military honors.

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10/16/2025

Please bring pictures of your loved ones for our ofrenda and share their stories here: https://meadowlawn.net/dia-de-los-muertos/

10/14/2025

Happy Birthday Krystle! Thank you for all the behind the scenes work you do to help our families and we hope this year brings you abundant joys and blessings.

10/11/2025

MeadowLawn Funeral Home recently had the opportunity to participate in the Jesse James Leija Golf tournament and sponsored one of the holes. Staff member Earnest Hamilton said it was an awesome event and we are grateful for the opportunity to support local charities.

10/03/2025

While every funeral is unique, a family requesting that services and burial be conducted within twenty-four hours presents an unusual challenge. Read more about the story and the team that made it happen here: https://meadowlawn.net/uncategorized/21-hours-from-death-to-burial/

09/24/2025

Happy Birthday Craig Cates!