Scanlan's: Where Life is Celebrated

Scanlan's: Where Life is Celebrated Scanlan's has been part of the fabric of Pequannock Township and the surrounding area since 1954.

We are proud to serve our community during a time when compassionate care is needed most.

04/29/2026

Jan Lier Friedrich, 90, of Pompton Plains, passed away on April 27, 2026 at his home with his loved ones at his side.

Jan was raised in Haledon by his parents, Miro and Jarmila Friedrich. He graduated from Central High School in Paterson and went on to attend Lafayette College before transfe...

04/28/2026

Donald Edward Aloia, of Franklin Lakes, formerly of Parsippany and Fairfield, died April 28, 2026. He was 85.

Born in Orange, Donald was the son of Adam and Genevieve Aloia. Raised in West Orange, he met the love of his life while attending West Orange High School, and married his high schoo...

Grief can feel isolating, but you don’t have to move through it alone.Our grief tea offers a gentle space to come togeth...
04/28/2026

Grief can feel isolating, but you don’t have to move through it alone.

Our grief tea offers a gentle space to come together, share stories if you wish, and spend time in quiet connection with others who are also navigating loss.

All are welcome, no matter where you are in your journey.

The session will be held by Kathleen Edwards Chase, whose background as a pastor, chaplain, and certified grief counselor shapes the kind of compassionate, steady space she creates.

Date & Time: Thursday, May 21st at 6:00 PM

Location: At Scanlan’s – 781 Newark Pompton Tpke, Pompton Plains

Registration: Please use the registration link below to reserve your spot. Space is limited.

https://www.scanlanfuneral.com/events/memory-meaning-a-grief-support-tea-may-21-2026-2/

04/27/2026

Florence E. MacIntosh, 92, a longtime resident of Bloomingdale, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, April 25, 2026, surrounded by the care and love of her family.

Born in Clifton, Florence was the daughter of Joseph and Jessie Taylor. She was raised there alongside her siblings and g...

There are services that feel like a goodbye…and then there are services that feel like a love letter.Last week, one fami...
04/25/2026

There are services that feel like a goodbye…
and then there are services that feel like a love letter.

Last week, one family transformed our space into something truly extraordinary—soft blush tones, delicate florals, treasured photographs, and a setting that felt as gentle and beautiful as the woman they were honoring. At the center of it all sat her urn, surrounded by blooms and light, held in a space created entirely from love.

This is what it means to make a service your own.

At Scanlan’s, we believe the environment matters. Families should feel empowered to step in, to create, to tell the story in a way that feels true to their person. No two lives are the same, so no two services should be either.

We are so proud to provide a space where families can pour their hearts into every detail…and in doing so, create something that doesn’t just say goodbye,
but beautifully reflects a life that was deeply loved.

✨ A life beautifully lived, remembered just as beautifully.

04/24/2026

Ronnie Joseph Fox, 76, of Wantage, formerly of the Bronx, NY, Pompton Plains, and Oak Ridge, passed away peacefully on April 23, 2026, surrounded by the loving care of his family. Ronnie proudly served his country as a member of the United States Army.

Ronnie is survived by his devoted wife,...

04/24/2026

Brian Carter Coates

November 18, 1964 – April 20, 2026

Brian Carter Coates, a skilled craftsman, automotive enthusiast, and a man of uniquely sharp wit, passed away on April 20, 2026, in Sussex, NJ. He was 61 years old.

Born in Glen Ridge, NJ, Brian was raised in Pompton Lake...

04/23/2026

Barbara Dhondt, 88, passed away peacefully on April 22, 2026, surrounded by the love of the family she spent her life nurturing.

Born in Paterson and raised in Haledon, Barbara remained deeply rooted in the area throughout her life having spent many years working at the American Legion Hall ...

Preplanning is one of those things people often mean to get to someday.But when it’s done, it brings a quiet kind of rel...
04/23/2026

Preplanning is one of those things people often mean to get to someday.

But when it’s done, it brings a quiet kind of relief - not just for you, but for the people who will one day have to make decisions without you.

It gives you the chance to think about what matters most, like the kind of service you’d want, the feeling you hope it leaves behind, and even the choices that reflect how you’ve lived - including options that are more mindful of the environment.

Earth Month is a natural time to reflect on the impact we have, and the legacy we leave in all its forms. Preplanning is simply an extension of that care by making it clearer, gentler, and more thoughtful for the people you love.

If it’s something you’ve been thinking about, we’re always here to talk it through at your pace.

https://www.scanlanfuneral.com/funeral-planning/pre-planning-options/

Big progress on the new portico at Scanlan’s today! Thor and his friend John put in a full day of hard work (and had a l...
04/23/2026

Big progress on the new portico at Scanlan’s today! Thor and his friend John put in a full day of hard work (and had a little fun along the way) with their power tools, trucks, and what basically looked like life-sized Lincoln Logs 😂

Thank you all for your continued patience as we enhance and improve our entrance—we can’t wait to share the finished space with you!

04/22/2026

Donald Wiliam Harkin, a longtime resident of Pompton Lakes, passed away April 21, 2026 at Chilton Medical Center with his beloved partner, Kathy, holding his hand.

He was a proud son of Brooklyn born July 16, 1936 to William and Rose Byrne Harkin. He spent many years in Brooklyn before movin...

“Those who contemplate the beauty of the earth find reserves of strength that will endure as long as life lasts.” Rachel...
04/22/2026

“Those who contemplate the beauty of the earth find reserves of strength that will endure as long as life lasts.” Rachel Carson

For those moving through grief, that kind of strength doesn’t always come from big moments.

Often, it’s found in something simple - stepping outside, feeling the sun, noticing the quiet rhythm of the natural world continuing around you.

Nature has a way of holding us gently. It doesn’t rush us or ask us to be anything other than what we are in the moment.

On Earth Day, we’re reminded that even in loss, there can be quiet, grounding moments that help us feel just a little more supported as we move through it.

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781 Newark Pompton Tpke
Pompton Plains, NJ
07444

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