New Jersey State Funeral Directors Association, Inc.

New Jersey State Funeral Directors Association, Inc. Founded in 1902, the NJSFDA is a not-for-profit trade organization that is committed to ensuring that

Lauren Marino, our Event Manager, Sailaja Darisipudi, our Marketing & Communications Manager, and Brittany Kuchtyak, ou...
08/27/2025

Lauren Marino, our Event Manager, Sailaja Darisipudi, our Marketing & Communications Manager, and Brittany Kuchtyak, our Marketing Coordinator, had a great time in Saratoga Springs at the New York State Funeral Directors Association, Inc. (NYSFDA) Annual Convention last week. Thank you so much to Mike Lanotte and Kelly Deitz for your warm welcome!

Funeral professionals are facing declining consumer satisfaction with their experiences during the making of funeral and...
08/27/2025

Funeral professionals are facing declining consumer satisfaction with their experiences during the making of funeral and final disposition arrangements, according to a recent survey, conducted by The Foresight Companies, LLC.

In 2021, consumers gave the overall funeral profession a 64 percent satisfaction rating. But in 2025, that rating was down to 61 percent. Read more in The FORUM.

08/26/2025

Board members Erik J. Schneider, Jennifer L. Burry and Joseph Wood break down the ways they benefit from the elective CEUS that will be offered at this year’s Convention, taking place from September 16 to 18 at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City. Register by Tuesday, September 2 by visiting the link in the comments.

Learn more at convention.njsfda.org

In observance of Labor Day, the New Jersey State Funeral Directors Association will be closed on Monday, September 1, 20...
08/26/2025

In observance of Labor Day, the New Jersey State Funeral Directors Association will be closed on Monday, September 1, 2025.

The office will reopen at 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday, September 2, 2025.

Have you booked your room for Convention yet? Today is your last chance to use the NJSFDA link to book a room at Hard Ro...
08/25/2025

Have you booked your room for Convention yet? Today is your last chance to use the NJSFDA link to book a room at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City for less than $120 a night!

You can also book your room by calling 609.449.6860 and giving our group code GNJFP25 or the group name New Jersey State Funeral Directors Association.

The Hard Rock and NJSFDA will never contact you by phone to offer room rates and deals; be wary of phone calls offering discount room rates.

The federal Environmental Protection Agency is creating a panel to evaluate the risk that formaldehyde has on small busi...
08/22/2025

The federal Environmental Protection Agency is creating a panel to evaluate the risk that formaldehyde has on small businesses throughout the country.

The EPA is inviting small business representatives to nominate themselves to serve on the panel. The deadline for nominations is TODAY, August 22, 2025

Read more in The FORUM.

On September 1, 2025, the beginning of the association’s new governance cycle, Tara Scarponi-Danniballe will assume the ...
08/21/2025

On September 1, 2025, the beginning of the association’s new governance cycle, Tara Scarponi-Danniballe will assume the title of Immediate Past President and Ryan M. Buckland will become the 2025-2026 President of the NJSFDA.

During this transition, the NJSFDA recognizes and offers thanks to all its Past Presidents for their dedication to improving the funeral service profession.

Read more in The FORUM.

Have you booked your room for Convention yet? Don't wait to use the NJSFDA link to grab a room at Hard Rock Hotel & Casi...
08/20/2025

Have you booked your room for Convention yet? Don't wait to use the NJSFDA link to grab a room at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City for less than $120 a night!

Be very wary of outside vendors offering rooms: only use the official link or the official Hard Rock website to book your rooms. Find the room block link in the comments. Book before rooms run out!

You can also book your room by calling 609.449.6860 and giving our group code GNJFP25 or the group name New Jersey State Funeral Directors Association.

New Jersey’s cremation rate still lags behind the national rate, with 53.8 percent choosing cremation in 2024, according...
08/19/2025

New Jersey’s cremation rate still lags behind the national rate, with 53.8 percent choosing cremation in 2024, according to a recent study.

The state, however, is beginning to close the gap between its rate and national statistics. By 2034, New Jersey is predicted to reach a 69.3 percent cremation rate. Read more in The FORUM.

The 2025 Funeral Directors Convention and Expo will provide attendees with plenty of opportunities to make new acquainta...
08/18/2025

The 2025 Funeral Directors Convention and Expo will provide attendees with plenty of opportunities to make new acquaintances, renew business relationships and meet up with old friends.

The Convention, held from September 16 to September 18 at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City will feature many of your favorite events, with a few twists to add to your enjoyment.

Idaho’s coroner system is drastically underfunded, and those appointed to the positions are unprepared and lackadaisical...
08/15/2025

Idaho’s coroner system is drastically underfunded, and those appointed to the positions are unprepared and lackadaisical when faced with potential criminal investigations, an investigation has shown.

Read more in The FORUM. Find the link in the comments.

Veterans who die while under U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs care would have the certification of their death expedi...
08/14/2025

Veterans who die while under U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs care would have the certification of their death expedited to make available survivor and burial benefits available in a timelier manner under a bill recently introduced in Congress.

Read more in The FORUM. Find the link in the comments.

Address

1977 Highway 34
Wall, NJ
07719-9750

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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About the NJSFDA

The New Jersey State Funeral Directors Association is a not-for-profit trade organization committed to advocating on behalf of its members, the families they serve and the funeral service profession as a whole. Focusing on a multitude of initiatives, the NJSFDA continually ensures that funeral service professionals have a consistent voice in government, gain access to affordable health care solutions, and adhere to the federal and state regulations governing funeral service practice.

Whether you are a funeral home owner, intern, experienced licensee or newly licensed funeral director, membership in the NJSFDA offers numerous opportunities and services designed specifically to help funeral professionals like you reach your full potential.

www.njsfda.org/membership