Ellsworth Cemetery is a historical site located in Carroll County, Maryland. Here lies at least 60…read moreBlack veterans from the Civil War to present day. The cemetery was established December 21, 1876 by six Black Union Army soldiers: Reuben Walker, David Ireland, William Adams, Lewis Dorsey, William Massey, and Samuel Bowens. Ellsworth Cemetery was created as Black soldiers were forbidden to be buried within the city limits of Westminster. Memorial Day 2018, after many years of neglect and intentional desecration / vandalism resulting in damaged, missing headstones and unmarked plots, the cemetery was rededicated. The Carroll Community Foundation currently manages the cemetery and accepts donations. If you are interested in donating, contact www.carrollcommunityfoundation.org. History is worth preserving.

Growing up in Baltimore County, I see change everywhere and not always in the good direction…read more A constant has always been Dulaney Valley Memorial Gardens. Meticulous detail to the grounds has always been priority one. It is nice to see high standards kept and continuing on even today.

So This is strange I think.. writing a review for a cemetery, but they deserve their kudos. I…read moreaccompanied a friend who was in desperate need of a final resting place for her father's ashes. I was struck by the sincerity of the staff.. not the usual slickness that is accompanied by questionable sympathy. My friend was never rushed or pressurred.. and the represenative that worked with us was a truly likeable and easygoing guy. I also like that this business donates plots to fallen police and firemen. I will say the office building is quite outdated and a bit run down.. Actually doesn't smell that great.... but that is not why we come. We come for the grounds... which are beautiful and cater to a wide variety of cultures. It is very interesting to see the different ways people memorialize their loved ones, America is a melting pot and so are our funeral/burial customs. The niche here leans way from the mainstream American cemetary... although it certainly isnt too far out of the box. It is nice that they make it clear that they can find a way to honor almost any cultural tradition. They don't have headstones( just in laid markers) ... so all you see is beautiful green punctuated by a few family mausoleums. There is a lake in the middle with swans and ducks.It is placed on some gently sloping hills with some tall old trees. They have several themed gardens.. including a heroes garden, and lovely tranquility garden ( catering to the Asian population) .. as well as several others. Usually cemeteries are such depressing, creepy places.. but this looks like a well maintained park.. The main mausoleum, is quite nice and airy.. It has gone through a few style incarnations over the years.. but it actually works well... i found the building to have a very serene overall effect. I came to be of comfort to a friend, but also ended up finding a place that just might suit my own family one sad day.

They took care of every detail for us. I thank them for their concern and consideration and…read moreexpertise. It is much appreciated.

After my wife's death in a hospital hospice, McNabb's people handled every detail of her cremation…read moreand ordering death certificates. They finished the process in less than a week. When it was time for me to identify her body, they were more than willing to allow me to bring her dog for a final visit. There was no funeral or memorial service, so I cannot comment on how easy they may be to work with if you need those services. However, everyone that I dealt with personally was as helpful as possible.