Business Details
49 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Trusted Funeral Services in Northvale, NJ
At Pizzi Funeral Home, our mission is to consistently serve families with compassion and dignity during their time of need. As a family-owned funeral home with a well-trained staff available 24 hours daily, we prioritize personalized care to memorialize lives in meaningful ways. Our team specializes in coordinating funeral services for all faiths and offers support with administrative matters following a death.Established over 35 years ago, we remain one of the newest funeral homes serving Bergen and Rockland Counties. Our facility features a stairless entrance for accessibility and includes all necessary amenities on one floor. We provide shipping services domestically and internationally while maintaining membership in Thanexus, Inc., a cooperative of independently owned funeral homes committed to excellence.
Services
Funeral Arrangements
Cremation Services
Embalming
Memorial Ceremonies
Graveside Services
Obituary Preparation
Estate Settlement Guidance
Transportation Services
Merchandise Sales
Pre-Need Planning
Details
- Year established: 1977
Highlights and features
- We offer 24/7 availability for immediate assistance during emergencies
- Our family-owned operation provides personalized, compassionate service
- We coordinate domestic and international shipping of remains
- Our staff includes licensed funeral directors with decades of local experience
- We provide post-service administrative support for surviving affairs
What people say
Compassionate team
Personalized services
24/7 availability
Experienced staff
Professional handling
Services
Funeral Arrangements
We coordinate complete funeral services tailored to family preferences. Our staff handles all logistical aspects while providing compassionate guidance. Services include arrangement conferences, obituary preparation, and coordination with cemeteries or crematories. Our experience ensures respectful handling of remains and compliance with all regulatory requirements.
Cremation Services
We offer direct cremation and memorial services with cremation. Our staff explains all options while maintaining dignity throughout the process. Services include temporary preservation, cremation container selection, and assistance with memorialization choices for ashes.
Embalming
Our embalming services include sanitary care and cosmetic restoration. This process preserves remains for viewing while following strict health protocols. We provide alternatives like immediate burial for families choosing not to embalm.
Memorial Ceremonies
We create personalized memorial ceremonies that honor individual lives. Services can include music selection, prayer coordination, and special tributes. Our facilities accommodate both traditional and unique ceremonies with professional staff support throughout the event.
Graveside Services
Our graveside services include equipment and staff for cemetery ceremonies. We coordinate transportation, shelter remains during interment, and provide supervision. Services work with local cemeteries to ensure proper execution of burial arrangements according to family wishes.
People
Michael Pizzi
Manager and Co-Owner
Licensed funeral director with NJ Lic. No. 4176. Graduate of American Academy McAllister Institute. Operates daily funeral home functions while maintaining community involvement through Northvale Fire Department and youth sports coaching.
Scott W. Essmann
Director
Licensed funeral director with NJ Lic. No. 5452. Northvale native and graduate of American Academy McAllister Institute. Active in local sports coaching and parish activities while providing compassionate funeral services.
Anthony R. Pizzi
Retired Director
Founder of the funeral home in 1977. Retired after 35+ years of service. Maintains lifetime memberships with Northvale Fire Department and local community organizations while splitting time between New Jersey and Florida.
Pamela Pizzi
Co-Owner
Handles administrative duties and beautician services at the funeral home. Active PTA member and graduate of Academy of the Holy Angels. Provides support in daily operations while maintaining family involvement.
Questions
Is cremation a substitute for a funeral?
Cremation is an alternative to burial, not a substitute for a funeral. It can be part of a memorial or religious service.
What is embalming and why is it performed?
Embalming replaces bodily fluids with chemicals to sanitize, preserve, and enhance appearance for viewing purposes during funeral services.
Should the body be present for viewing?
Having the body present helps with acceptance of death. Preparation and cosmetics provide a dignified image for remembrance.
Do you offer international shipping services?
Yes, we provide shipping services for remains to and from any location worldwide as part of our full-service offerings.
What support do you offer after the funeral?
We assist with administrative matters including probate, estate settlement, insurance claims, and benefit applications post-service.
