John B. Houston Funeral Home

At The John B. Houston Funeral Homes, Inc., we take pride in offering compassionate and personalized funeral services to families in New York and New Jersey. With a history dating back to 1958, our locally owned and operated funeral homes have become a trusted name in the community.

In these challenging times, the impact of the Corona virus has been immense. However, our commitment to serving you remains unwavering. Even during these difficult circumstances, our funeral homes are open and available to provide assistance and support. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact us at (973) 678-1790. Our dedicated staff is here to provide guidance and solace to you and your family. May God bless you during this time of grief.

We understand that the Covid-19 pandemic has brought about financial hardships for many families. If your loved one passed away from Covid-19 after January 20, 2020, you may be eligible for the FEMA Funeral Reimbursement Program. For more information, please click on the "Covid-19 Update" tab on our website.

Our funeral homes strive to create a sense of familiarity and comfort when you need it most. With a team of caring professionals, we are dedicated to providing exceptional service to all our families. From our in-house professional pallbearers and florist to our caterer and fleet of hearses and limousines, including our classic replica 1932 Rolls Royce hearse, we offer first-class concierge service.

Attention to detail is the hallmark of our funeral homes. We recognize the importance of a loving and memorable tribute for your loved ones. Our qualified and attentive staff understands the significance of family and friends coming together to honor and remember a life well-lived. We invite you to place your trust and confidence in us.

Please take a moment to explore our website, where you will find information on pre-planning a funeral, grief support, and our traditional funeral and cremation services. If you have any questions or concerns, we are always here to help. You can reach us by phone, email, or by visiting our office in person. We value your inquiries and are committed to providing the answers you seek.

We understand that it may not always be possible to attend a service or visitation in person. To pay your respects, we offer beautifully designed interactive online tributes. Leave a condolence, share a memory, post a photo, light a candle, and more. We strive to create a meaningful digital space for remembrance and support.

As a family-owned and operated funeral home, serving the community has always been our top priority. We are personally attended by the Houston/Cushnie families and take great pride in offering personalized and dignified services.

We have locations conveniently located in East Orange and Paterson, New Jersey, as well as in New York City. You can find us at 102 Sanford Street, East Orange, New Jersey 07018, or contact us at (973) 678-1790. Our Paterson location can be found at 236 Ellison Street, Paterson, New Jersey 07501, and can be reached at (973) 881-8200. In New York City, you can find us at 2274 Adam Clayton Powell Jr. Blvd, New York, New York 10030, or contact us at (718) 335-5613.

John B. Houston, our Executive Director, holds a New Jersey License, No. 4340. We operate with the utmost professionalism, ensuring that every detail is attended to with care and respect.

We thank you for considering The John B. Houston Funeral Homes during this challenging time, and we are dedicated to providing meaningful and dignified funeral services for you and your loved ones.