Fox John J & Sons Inc

12/26/2025

Is scattering my ashes the only option? People often think that if they are cremated, they then need to choose a meaningful place to have their remains scattered. If this isn’t something you wish to do, you may want to consider having a memorial rock or bench placed in the cemetery of your choice. This is an alternative to both the traditional burial and scattered ashes.

12/23/2025

12/23/2025

Embalming is a process that has been practiced all over the world, in different ways throughout much of history. Until the early 20th century, arsenic was usually used as an embalming fluid, until it was discovered that less toxic chemicals could be used. These days, the body is thoroughly washed using disinfectant and germicidal solutions, then a 4-step embalming process is carefully executed using a specialized solution called Formalin. To learn more about the specific practices of John J. Fox & Sons Funeral Home, give us a call at 718-733-9114 and we can answer all your questions!

12/20/2025

Materials used to make biodegradable urns can vary, but they do need to be made from something that can break down easily and relatively quickly upon burial. For example, they can be made of paper, cardboard, wood fibers, sand, or dissolvable materials like salt (which are increasingly popular.)

12/18/2025

Reduce the financial strain of a funeral by planning ahead. Contact us to find out more about how to begin planning ahead.

12/16/2025

"The Body of B. Franklin, Printer; like the Cover of an old Book, Its Contents torn out, And stript of its Lettering and Gilding, Lies here, Food for Worms. But the Work shall not be wholly lost; For it will, as he believ'd, appear once more, In a new & more perfect Edition, Corrected and amended By the Author." - Benjamin Franklin