Lambertville NJ Funeral Home
Lambertville NJ Funeral Home
The area was named Lambertville in 1814, when the first post office was established, and named in honor of John Lambert, a local resident who had served as United States Senator and Acting Governor of New Jersey. The town has kept much of its 18th and 19th century charm, particularly in its houses, many of which have been reconstructed and restored. With its many shops, restaurants and galleries, Lambertville is also known to attract tourists with beautiful views of the canal and Delaware river in all 4 seasons of the year.
Garefino Funeral Home – Lambertville New Jersey
Garefino Funeral Home services the citizens of Lambertville in numerous ways. They provide valuable information and advice during a difficult period of life. Whether you want to plan for the future or make funeral arrangements right now, the Garefino Funeral Home will be there when you need them to show compassion, respect and professionalism. Garefino funeral home provides a wide variety of services such as traditional funeral services, memorial services, cremation services and arrangements to celebrate life. There are many options to choose from, including one that fits your budget and family requirements. Do not hesitate to contact Charlie, our funeral director or his friendly and helpful staff at any time if you need additional information about our services.
Meeting a Garefino Funeral Director
Within the initial 24-hours of a loss of a family member, you should meet one of our funeral directors to begin funeral arrangements and you should be armed with the following information when you go for "the arrangement conference."
There is no doubt that this is one of the most difficult times for you and your family. We assure that every member of Garefino funeral home will do all they can to make these difficult times a bit easier for you and your family. Our funeral director Charlie Garefino will assist you in making the correct decisions with regard to the final arrangements for your loved one. As soon as you step into our premises you will feel that you are not alone. In fact, we encourage you to bring a family member or friend during the first visit to our funeral home. Having someone with you can be extremely beneficial even though it is not mandatory. Don't hesitate to ask someone from your family, friends or neighboring community to join you during this difficult time in your life. They will gladly accept your invitation during such times.
The Responsibility in Making the Correct Decisions
The first thing to know is who is legally empowered to make decisions on behalf of the deceased. In case the deceased has not expressed his or her wishes or has not designated an agent through a written document such as a Last Will/Testament or Durable Power of Attorney for Healthcare, the chain of command is as follows:
- Legal spouse or partner
- Surviving adult child or children
- Surviving parent
- Surviving adult sibling
- Ex-spouse
- A Parent, if the deceased is a minor child
The responsible party should be present in order to make the right decisions and sign necessary documents. Call us immediately on 609-397-2763 if you feel that you have any questions regarding who should be responsible.
Should You Include Anyone Else In Making The Final Arrangements?
In fact, assigning responsibility is an important part in any funeral arrangement or planning. It isimportant to include any child, friend or family member who would like to be a part of the arrangement team. Even though they may not be a part of the legal decision making team, their input could be extremely valuable during the process. Assisting in making the final arrangements could be quite empowering to these individuals. It may help them come to terms with the loss. If you think someone should participate in the final arrangements, never hesitate to ask them to join you. But remember that they can always decline, and it's OK.
Have You Collected The Required Documents?
Death is not only an emotional matter for those left behind, but a legal matter, too. Remember, life and death are usually full of legalities. The process requires the timely completion of important documents. We know with the experience we have in handling such matters that the first step in preparing for the final arrangements of your loved one is completing the Burial or Cremation Permit and Death Certificate.
These documents should be completed with accurate detail. It is best that you collect the following information, and bring the following documents with you.
- Deceased birth certificate or parents names including the mother's maiden name.
- Social Security Number
- Military discharged papers of the deceased
- The funeral pre-arrangement document of the deceased, if available
- Cemetery information , if available
- Durable Power or Attorney for healthcare of the deceased
- Revocable Living Trust
- Last Will or Testament and any Codicils
These are the main documents that you should bring with you when you are visiting the funeral home to arrange the last rights for your loved one. If you have any questions about these documents, please contact us.
