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McCracken Funeral Home

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1500 Morris Ave
Union, NJ 07083

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At McCracken Funeral Home in Union Township, New Jersey, we have served families in Union, Hillside, Elizabeth and the surrounding Union County community since 1950.

Amenities

Location

Waterside views
Monument and inscription services
Pet-friendly

Cremation

Option for mail delivery of ashes
Sent through postal mail service, signature required.
Cremation remembrance jewelry
Option for home delivery of ashes
Scattering assistance

Service

Arrangements by phone or email
Complete funeral planning, including electronic signature, without needing a funeral home visit
Tribute video production
Services available to create a tribute video for the service or obituary from photos and videos.
Audio and video equipment
Popular music selections

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Interested in learning more? Call us at 908-686-4700 to request a custom quote.

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Front exterior at McCracken Funeral Home

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About

Personalized funeral services

All of our funeral and cremation services are designed to help you through one of the most personal and challenging stages of life. We understand losing a loved one is an emotional and difficult experience, and at McCracken Funeral Home we are committed to helping you with compassionate, professional and personal service.

We are a member of the Dignity Memorial® network. When you choose McCracken Funeral Home, you not only receive the compassionate care you expect from a locally operated establishment, but also the value you deserve from the largest and most trusted network of funeral, cremation and cemetery service providers.

We Honor Veterans

At McCracken Funeral Home, we understand the unique needs of America’s veterans and their families. As a Level Four Founding Community Partner with We Honor Veterans, we are honored to serve our nation’s heroes and take this responsibility seriously. We have taken steps to ensure our staff is knowledgeable of all the benefits available to military veterans and their families.

In addition, we host community events annually in honor of our veterans and work closely with local veterans organizations. With respect, integrity and dignity, we will walk you through the steps of creating a veteran’s memorial service that truly honors the life and sacrifice of your loved one.

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It is our privilege to serve the Union community. Please contact us if you need immediate assistance, or if you would like more information about our services.

History

McCracken Funeral Home was founded in August 1950 by William "Bill" McCracken. He was a well-liked individual who cared for the families he served in Union, New Jersey, and the surrounding towns. As an avid golfer, Bill brought the unique look of a golf course to the surrounding landscape of the funeral home.

In 1965, Bill added to the funeral home by purchasing the building and property next door, allowing him to add 2 additional visitation rooms. Bill sold the business in 1986 to his partners, Reed Hagelin and Patrick Growney. Reed and Patrick, along with their families, operated the business as a partnership until Reed became the sole proprietor in 1993.

In 1998, McCracken Funeral Home joined the Dignity Memorial network.