Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Trusted Funeral Services in Linden, NJ
Kowalski Funeral Home has been serving families in Linden, New Jersey, since 1957 with a commitment to honesty, character, and trust. Founded by John E. Kowalski Jr. and continued by his daughter Teresa V. Kowalski, the business combines professionalism with personalized attention to detail. Our team prioritizes dignity and respect, offering tailored funeral planning that reflects each family's unique needs. With decades of experience, we provide 24/7 support, pre-arranged services, and military honors, ensuring every aspect of the process meets the highest standards of care and transparency. 
Services
Traditional Funerals
Cremation Services
Pre-Arranged Planning
Military Honors
Grief Support
Details
- Year established: 1957
Highlights and features
- We offer over 65 years of experience in personalized funeral planning.
- Our team provides 24/7 compassionate support during times of need.
- We specialize in military funeral honors and veterans' benefits coordination.
- Pre-arranged services ensure your wishes are honored with no financial burden.
- Largest viewing rooms in Linden with ample parking for family convenience.
Associations and certifications
- New Jersey State Funeral Directors Association
- Essex, Union and West Hudson Funeral Directors Association
What people say
Outstanding service
Beautiful blanket
Thoughtful tree planting
Professional staff
24/7 availability
Services
Traditional Funerals
We offer full-service traditional funerals with visitation, religious or secular services, and burial or entombment options. Our staff coordinates all details including casket selection, cemetery arrangements, and clergy coordination. Families receive personalized guidance to create meaningful tributes with professional support from planning through execution.
Cremation Services
Our cremation services include direct cremation, memorial ceremonies with cremains present, and scattering assistance. We provide eco-friendly urn options, niche placements, and personalized keepsakes. Our team explains all legal requirements while maintaining respectful handling of remains throughout the process.
Pre-Arranged Planning
We help clients document and pre-fund their final wishes through revocable trusts or insurance policies. This service reduces family stress while guaranteeing specific requests are honored. Our counselors explain all options during private consultations at our facility or client homes.
Military Honors
We coordinate full military honors including flag presentation, Taps playing, and VA benefit applications. Our staff obtains necessary documentation for headstones, burial flags, and pension claims while ensuring proper ceremonial protocols for all service branches.
Grief Support
Our continuing care program provides one year of daily grief support messages and resource referrals. We offer guidance on coping strategies, memorialization options, and community support groups to help families navigate their healing journey after loss.
People
Teresa V. Kowalski
Executive Director
Licensed funeral director with over 40 years of experience. Serves as New Jersey State Funeral Directors Association member. Specializes in pre-arranged planning and veterans' services. Committed to personalized care since joining the family business in 1980.
Questions
What funeral service options do you offer?
We provide traditional funerals with visitation, cremation services, immediate burials, and memorial ceremonies. All services are customizable to reflect personal preferences and cultural traditions.
Do you handle pre-arranged funeral planning?
Yes, we specialize in pre-arranged planning using revocable trusts, insurance policies, or the CHOICES state program. We help document your wishes to relieve family decision-making burdens.
Can you assist with veterans' funeral benefits?
We coordinate military honors details, VA headstones, burial flags, and pension applications. Our staff helps families obtain all entitled benefits for deceased service members.
What grief support resources are available?
We offer a year of daily supportive messages, local counseling referrals, and memorialization guidance. Our team remains available for ongoing assistance beyond the funeral service.
Are cremation services available?
Yes, we provide direct cremation, memorial services with cremains, and scattering options. Our staff explains all legal requirements while offering urn selections and memorial placement solutions.
How can I schedule a consultation?
Call us 24/7 at (908) 486-7111 to discuss immediate needs or schedule a pre-planning consultation. We also offer home visits for pre-arrangement discussions.
