--- title: "Notary for Funeral Homes and Home Care in Sussex County, NJ" description: "Notary visits for families in Sussex County, NJ: estate affidavits, powers of attorney and health care proxies. Lists the county's 4 licensed funeral homes." url: "https://mcc-solutionsnj.com/notary/funeral-homes-and-home-care/sussex-county" --- Sussex County # Notary for families in Sussex County: funeral homes and home care Settling an estate or arranging care at home in the county often means signing documents before a notary. We come to the home, the hospital or the funeral home, or you can sign online. [Request a visit](/notary/?service=mobile#order)[Sign online](/notary/?service=ron#order) ✓ New Jersey commissioned notary, no. 50244803, insured for errors and omissions. [See the credentials](/about/credentials) ![Matthew Coleman, founder of MCC Solutions](/img/matthew-coleman.jpg) **Matthew Coleman**, NJ Notary Public and NNA Certified Loan Signing Agent. Cranford, NJ. Fee confirmed before your session. Card charged only after it is complete. We aim to confirm within 15 minutes, 7am to 9pm. ## Documents families are often asked to sign - [Estate affidavits and affidavits of title](/notary/documents/affidavit-of-title-and-estate-affidavits) - [Living will and health care proxy](/notary/documents/living-will-and-healthcare-proxy) - [Hospital and care facility visits](/notary/hospital-notary) - [Estate planning signings](/notary/estate-planning-notary) - [Vehicle title transfers](/notary/vehicle-title-notary) ## Licensed funeral homes in Sussex County (4) The county has 4 of New Jersey's 292 actively licensed funeral homes, about 1%, on the state's list dated October 1, 2026. - **[Branchville](/notary/new-jersey/sussex-county/branchville):** Wood Funeral Home - **[Newton](/notary/new-jersey/sussex-county/newton):** J. L. Apter Memorial Chapels; Smith-McCracken Funeral Home - **[Sparta](/notary/new-jersey/sussex-county/sparta):** Goble Funeral Home ## Home care in Sussex County The state lists 15 licensed home health aide employers in the county (1% of the statewide 1,155). Most are based in Sparta (6), Newton (3), Franklin (1), Branchville (1), Vernon (1). Families arranging care at home often need a power of attorney or a health care proxy signed. ## Hospitals in Sussex County - [Newton Medical Center](/notary/hospitals/newton-medical-center) Source: [NJ Division of Consumer Affairs](https://www.njconsumeraffairs.gov/), licensed facilities with active status, October 1, 2026. Listed so you can find them, not as a recommendation; we are not affiliated with any business listed. Check a license with the state before relying on it. For funeral homes and agencies that need a notary often, there is a [business notary retainer](/notary/business-notary-retainer). See also [Sussex County notary services](/notary/new-jersey/sussex-county). FAQ ## Common questions **Can a notary come to a funeral home in Sussex County?** Often, yes. Tell us the funeral home and the documents, and we confirm availability and the total before booking. An online session is another option. **Which documents need a notary after someone dies?** Banks, the motor vehicle commission and title companies often ask for sworn statements such as affidavits about the estate or a vehicle title. The office asking for the document decides what it needs, so ask them first. **Can a notary come to a patient at home?** Yes, if they can understand what they are signing and show a valid ID. We can come to the home, hospital or care facility. The notary cannot sign for someone who cannot. Estates in Sussex County ## The Sussex County Surrogate Estate paperwork for a county resident starts with the county Surrogate, who admits wills to probate and appoints an administrator when there is no will. Office Sussex County Surrogate's Office 3 High St., Suite 1, Newton, NJ 07860 973-579-0920 Hours Not confirmed on an official page; [check the court's Surrogate directory](https://www.njcourts.gov/ht/node/976826) or call 973-579-0920. What the Surrogate does Besides probate and administration, the Sussex County Surrogate handles guardianships and keeps funds owed to minors until they turn 18. If someone contests the will A dispute moves to the Superior Court's Probate Part (Morris/Sussex vicinage), with the Sussex County Surrogate acting as deputy clerk for the file. Vicinage main line 862-397-5700. If the estate sells a house The deed is recorded with the Sussex County Clerk, 83 Spring St, Newton, NJ 07860, 973-579-0900. Sources for the county figures: [Sussex County Surrogate (NJ Courts, Jan. 27, 2026)](https://www.njcourts.gov/ht/node/976826); [Monmouth County Surrogate, What We Do](https://www.visitmonmouth.com/Page.aspx?Id=3030); [Morris County Surrogate's guide (deputy clerk for contested matters)](https://www.morriscountynj.gov/files/sharedassets/public/departments/surrogate/surrogateguide.pdf); [Morris/Sussex vicinage (NJ Courts directory)](https://www.njcourts.gov/print/pdf/node/499721); [Sussex County Clerk](https://www.sussex.nj.us/209/Recording-Services). Last checked November 2026. Phone ahead, since the county rooms and extensions change. ## Need a notary in Sussex County? [Request a visit](/notary/?service=mobile#order)[Call (908) 444-6373](tel:+19084446373)