About M. John Scanlan Funeral Home
M. John Scanlan Funeral Home, located at 781 Newark Pompton Turnpike in Pompton Plains, NJ, is a third-generation, women-owned funeral home that has been providing compassionate funeral and cremation services since 1954. Known for their personalized memorial and burial services, they focus on honoring loved ones with dignity and respect. The staff is praised for their professionalism, care, and support during difficult times, making the process of honoring lives feel meaningful and seamless. Families appreciate the home-like atmosphere, which includes a kids' room and spacious viewing areas. While most reviews highlight the thoughtful service, there was a mention of inappropriate music during a service, which the business may need to address. Overall, M. John Scanlan Funeral Home is committed to ensuring that each service reflects the unique life of the deceased, offering various options including prepaid funeral plans to ease future burdens. They serve the local community and nearby towns, providing a comforting environment for families during their times of need.
Losing my mother this past April was the hardest experience of my life, but Scanlon’s Funeral Home in Pequannock, New Jersey made the entire process truly special and meaningful. From the moment we walked in, the staff was exceptionally caring, supportive, and attentive to every detail. There was never any pressure—everything was handled with respect for my needs, my pace, and my emotional comfort. The facility is modern, welcoming, and comforting—updated beautifully while still feeling warm and personal. They even provided delicious cookies, boxed water, and thoughtful touches that truly made us feel at home during such a difficult time. One of the most memorable moments was the balloon release they helped us arrange, adding a touching and unforgettable element to the service. I’m deeply grateful for the compassion, professionalism, and genuine care they showed to my family. Scanlon’s made an incredibly hard time a little easier, and I would wholeheartedly recommend them to anyone who needs their services.
Thank you Amanda and her team for making the planning process and entire funeral so easy for us during this difficult time—especially for answering all our questions and being so flexible/available. Everything was beautiful and we can’t thank you enough! -Family of Alta E. Seugling
Very caring and sincere at this very trying time . All arrangements were handled far above my expectations.