Awards and Honors

We’re honored to have been recognized by organizations from within funeral service, as well as the communities we serve.

Industry Recognition for Innovation

Jersey Memorial Group is proud to announce that Founder & CEO David Lee Hernandez, Jr. was honored with Tribute Technology’s 2026 Innovation in Operations Award at Trend ReCON in Nashville. This national recognition celebrates leaders who are advancing funeral service through innovation, operational excellence, and an unwavering commitment to the families they serve.

Guest at the NFDA Yearly Show with Ed Defort

We are thrilled to share that David Lee Hernandez, Jr., Founder and CEO of Jersey Memorial Group, was featured as a special guest on the NFDA Yearly Show with Ed Defort to share his expert insights on evolving consumer preferences and the future of the deathcare profession.

Jersey Memorial Honored with Pursuit of Excellence Award — 2025

We are proud to announce that Jersey Memorial has been selected as a 2025 recipient of the NFDA Pursuit of Excellence Award, joining an elite group of funeral homes nationwide recognized for outstanding service, ethical leadership, and innovation. This distinction is reserved for firms that go above and beyond, demonstrating excellence in family care, employee development, community engagement, and adherence to the highest professional standards.

This achievement is a testament to the dedication of our staff and the trust placed in us by the families we serve. We remain committed to carrying this momentum into the future, continually raising the bar for compassionate, dignified service in our community.

 

Hernandez Elected as Trustee of Funeral Services Foundation Board

The Funeral Service Foundation’s Board of Trustees welcomed six new trustees and elected its 2022-23 executive committee at its meeting held last month during the NFDA International Convention & Expo in Baltimore, Maryland.

Middlesex County Regional Chamber Honors David Hernandez as Business Leader of the Year

The Community Leaders of Distinction Award honors an individual or organization whose activities have made a difference and have improved the quality of life for our neighbors and the communities in Middlesex County. This award celebrates and showcases the honorees’ important contributions to our community.

Hernandez Honored as a Latino Leader

Celebrate the success of our leader, David Hernandez, awarded Business Leader of the Year by mcrcc.org. Dive into his impactful journey and the inspiring work of others shaping a thriving Middlesex County.