Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Compassionate Funeral Services in Newark, DE
Yasik Funeral Home, established in 1905, has provided compassionate funeral services across Delaware for over a century. Our family-owned business, now in its fourth generation, has served communities in Newark since our founding, operating from historic locations including the Meeter House on Kirkwood Highway. We specialize in personalized funeral arrangements, pre-planning options, and obituary listings, maintaining strong ties with the Delaware Funeral Directors Association and Delmarva Funeral Service Association. Our team understands the emotional challenges families face during loss, offering support through customized memorial solutions and grief resources.With deep roots in the local community, we serve families statewide while upholding the traditions of care established by our founders. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our long-standing reputation and affiliations with respected industry organizations. We provide transparent pricing through our general price list and offer immediate assistance for urgent needs. Our website features planning tools, life choices guidance, and obituary archives to support families before and after service arrangements. Through four generations of family leadership, we continue to prioritize dignity, respect, and personalized service in every aspect of our work.
Services
Funeral Services
Pre-Planning
Obituary Listings
Merchandise
Immediate Need
Details
- Year established: 1905
Highlights and features
- We offer four generations of funeral service experience since 1905
- Our family-owned business serves all Delaware communities with personalized care
- We provide comprehensive pre-planning and immediate need services
- Our website features detailed obituary listings and planning resources
- We maintain active membership in respected funeral service associations
Associations and certifications
- Delaware Funeral Directors Association
- Delmarva Funeral Service Association
Services
Funeral Services
We provide comprehensive funeral services tailored to individual family needs. Our experienced directors guide families through every step of the arrangement process, offering traditional and contemporary memorial options. Services include body preparation, ceremony coordination, and cemetery arrangements across Delaware.
Pre-Planning
Our pre-planning services help individuals make informed decisions about their future funeral arrangements. We offer personalized consultations to document preferences, select merchandise, and establish payment plans. This proactive approach eases the burden on surviving family members while ensuring wishes are honored.
Obituary Listings
We maintain detailed obituary listings for all families we serve. Our online database provides easy access to death notices, service details, and memorial information. Listings remain available through our website archives for future reference by family and friends.
Merchandise
We offer a complete selection of funeral merchandise including caskets, urns, and memorial keepsakes. Our inventory features various materials, styles, and price points to accommodate different preferences and budgets. All products meet industry quality standards for durability and presentation.
Immediate Need
We provide immediate assistance for unexpected deaths with 24/7 availability. Our team responds promptly to calls for body transportation, temporary care, and emergency arrangement coordination. We help families navigate urgent situations with compassion and professional expertise.
People
Joseph S. Yasik
4th Generation Funeral Director
Joseph S. Yasik continues the family legacy as fourth-generation funeral director. With decades of experience in Delaware's funeral service industry, he oversees daily operations while maintaining personal connections with grieving families. Joseph ensures the business upholds its century-old commitment to compassionate care and professional excellence.
Questions
What funeral services do you offer?
We provide full-service funeral arrangements including traditional burials, cremation services, and customized memorial options tailored to family preferences.
Can I pre-plan my funeral arrangements?
Yes, we offer comprehensive pre-planning services that allow you to document your wishes and make financial arrangements in advance.
How can I view current obituaries?
Current obituaries are available on our website's obituary listings page, updated regularly with service details and memorial information.
Do you serve areas outside Newark?
We serve families throughout the entire state of Delaware from our Newark location.
What merchandise options are available?
We offer diverse casket, urn, and memorial keepsake options in various materials and styles to suit different preferences and budgets.