Watson Mortuary Services, Inc.
26 Gifford Ave, Jersey City, NJ, 07304
Questions to Ask When You Call
You're not expected to know this. These questions help you compare and avoid surprises.
“Can I see your General Price List?”
Federal law (FTC Funeral Rule) requires them to give you itemized pricing. You have every right to ask.
“Do you accept insurance assignment?”
This means they bill the insurance company directly. You don't pay thousands upfront and wait to be reimbursed.
“What's included vs. what's extra?”
Packages may not include everything. Ask about the casket, embalming, transportation, facility fees, and death certificate copies.
Know Your Rights
The FTC Funeral Rule protects you. Every funeral home must provide an itemized General Price List if you ask — in person or over the phone. You are never required to buy a package and can choose services individually. You also have the right to use a casket purchased elsewhere.
Payment & Financial Options
Average in New Jersey
$3,244 – $10,202
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
If they had life insurance, it can cover this
Funerals in this area run $3,244–$10,202. If your loved one had a life insurance policy, the benefit can cover these costs — and we'll file the claim and handle the carrier for you, even without the policy number. $0 upfront, and nothing if it doesn't pay out.
Services Offered
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What Families Say
“My family entrusted our relative funeral service to Watson Mortuary and it was a total disappointment. The staff was very rude, they did not deliver as promised, we were lied to and rushed out of their funeral home. If you care for your love one, stay away from this place.”
— pierre romain
“They have done several services 😢😢over rhe year's for my family in NJ. So when my ex father in law died in CT had his sons used their services. The are the best in the business! Professionalism from the support staff to the Funeral Director! Extremely attentive to the family needs & make the process bearable. Even with the long drive fron NJ to CT they was on time & extremely courteous & polite with the family the rain & mud! Was very honest w/us & never tried to get over on us w/the billing in any way! With us coming all the way from CT we expected it be extremely expensivebc of distance but they wasn't. My family in CT has said when the time comes they going to NJ as well!!”
— April Cutler-Williams
“Compassionate, Professional, Respectful, and Patient. Thank you for the excellent care at such a difficult time. Yesterday, I had my father's funeral and through the pain I was comforted by the support given by the Watson staff. It's unfortunate that I needed their services only after a few years of having my uncle's funeral. Despite the challenging parking situation, the service exceeds any inconveniences. Thanks again, Watson Mortuary Services, Inc.”
— Katrina Sturdivant
We can help with what comes next.
We file the life insurance claim and recover unclaimed property — the payout can help cover costs like these. $0 upfront.
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