Cremation Memorials
Cremation Memorials – Honoring Loved Ones with Dignity and Beauty
At Memorial Arts of Ridgewood, we understand that cremation is a deeply personal choice for many families. For over 60 years, we have been privileged to help create meaningful, lasting tributes for those who choose cremation — whether through custom urns, niche markers, memorial benches, or hybrid memorials. We approach every family with the same compassion, respect, and attention to detail that we bring to traditional burial monuments.
Cremation offers flexibility and simplicity while still allowing for a beautiful, personalized remembrance. We are here to guide you with sensitivity, whether you are planning ahead or making arrangements during a time of loss.
Cremation Memorial Options We Create
We offer a wide range of timeless and meaningful cremation tributes, including:
- Custom Urns & Keepsake Urns Handcrafted in granite, bronze, wood, or ceramic — simple elegant designs or richly detailed with carvings, engravings, and symbols. Choose from classic shapes, personalized portraits, or faith-inspired motifs (crosses, Stars of David, lotus flowers, etc.). Perfect for home display or sharing among family.
- Niche Markers & Columbaria Plaques Custom granite or bronze plaques for cemetery niches — flat, upright, or angled designs with engraved names, dates, photos, and short inscriptions. We ensure compliance with all cemetery regulations for niche placement.
- Memorial Benches Beautiful granite benches engraved with names, dates, meaningful quotes, or symbols — ideal for cemetery placement, parks, or private property as a place for reflection and remembrance.
- Hybrid Memorials For families who want both cremation and traditional elements — we create small headstones, flat markers, or upright monuments that incorporate cremation urns or ashes.
All options are made from high-quality, durable materials (primarily granite for longevity) and can include multilingual inscriptions (English, Spanish, Hebrew, etc.) to honor your loved one’s heritage.
Local Cemetery Compliance Tips for Cremation Memorials
Many cemeteries in Bergen County, Rockland County, and Northern NJ now offer dedicated cremation sections (niches, columbaria), and we are familiar with the rules:
- Most cemeteries require approved niche markers or plaques (specific sizes, materials, and engraving guidelines)
- Some allow in-ground urn burial with a small flat marker or headstone
- Certain cemeteries have restrictions on benches or placement
- We are experienced with Maryrest Cemetery (Mahwah), Valleau Cemetery (Ridgewood), Gate of Heaven Cemetery (East Hanover), Cedar Park Cemetery (Paramus), and most others that accept cremation options
- We handle all permits, approvals, and coordination with cemetery officials so you don’t have to
Common Inscription Phrases for Cremation Memorials
Families often choose these comforting and meaningful expressions:
- “Forever in Our Hearts”
- “In Loving Memory”
- “Rest in Peace”
- “Always Remembered”
- “A Life Well Lived”
- “Until We Meet Again”
- Personal tributes: “Beloved Mother”, “Devoted Husband”, “Cherished Grandmother”
- Faith-specific: Excerpts from Psalm 23, “May His/Her Soul Be Bound Up in Eternal Life”, or multicultural mantras
Why Choose Memorial Arts of Ridgewood for Cremation Memorials?
- Family-owned and trusted for over 60 years
- Compassionate, no-pressure service for all families
- Serving Bergen County, Rockland County (NY), and Northern New Jersey — including Ridgewood, Paramus, Teaneck, Mahwah, Ramsey, Wyckoff, Fair Lawn, Hackensack, Englewood, Oakland, and surrounding communities
- Full customization with high-quality materials
- Free, no-obligation consultation in English or Spanish
Whether you are planning ahead or making arrangements during a difficult time, our compassionate team will guide you with patience, respect, and understanding.
Ready to begin?
Call us today at 201-652-4301 or submit the form below for a free, no-obligation consultation.