Cemeteries in Egg Harbor City, New Jersey

Private Cemeteries in Egg Harbor City, New Jersey often have specific restrictions, such as religious affiliation or family connections. Military Cemeteries in Egg Harbor City, New Jersey are primarily for veterans and individuals who have served in the armed forces, and in some cases, their family members. Public Cemeteries in Egg Harbor City, New Jersey are open to the general public without any particular restrictions.

We offer detailed information for cemeteries in Egg Harbor City, New Jersey , including the names of deceased individuals, their birth and death dates, data about relatives, and cemetery locations. Additionally, you can obtain historical records and conduct searches for ancestors interred in Egg Harbor City, New Jersey .

Our database contains records of burials from 3 cemeteries.

Known for its wineries, Egg Harbor had nearly one hundred locally-owned vineyards at the turn of the 20th century, and a handful are still around today. Kid-friendly fun can be found at Storybook Land, a local, 20-acre theme park that features classic storybook personalities.

The New Jersey Cemetery Association is a 70 year old not-for-profit organization representing more than 225 religious, municipal and non-sectarian cemeteries located in New Jersey.

Great Egg Harbour got its name from explorer Cornelius Jacobsen Mey. During the Dutch desires for settlement and expansion in the "New World" in 1614, Mey came upon the inlet to this river. The meadows were so covered with shorebird and waterfowl eggs that he called it "Eyren Haven" (Egg Harbor).

Cremation can only occur after at least 24 hours have elapsed from the time of death as recorded on the death certificate. The body may or may not be embalmed before cremation.