I will never forget Jim's kindness and care. It's been nearly 2 years since we lost our son,…read morebrother, uncle... a devastating time... but Jim helped us to celebrate him in the best way possible. Many thanks, Jim

Jim at Buckmiller handled the arrangements for my mother's recent funeral. He was excellent and we…read morewere very pleased with the service. I can't thank them enough for making a difficult time as easy as possible.

There are some reviews that are easy to write, and then there are reviews like this one that come…read morefrom one of the hardest experiences imaginable. As professionals entrusted with arranging a memorial service for a young person in our care, we were searching for a funeral home that would treat this child (and everyone involved) with dignity, compassion, and respect. From the moment we walked into Prospect Memorial, we knew we had found exactly that. Kim welcomed us into a private space where we could gather our thoughts and discuss every detail without feeling rushed. She has a remarkable ability to make people feel seen and supported during unimaginable circumstances. Throughout the entire planning process, she met us with patience, kindness, and genuine empathy. We later learned that Kim's background as a nurse has clearly shaped the way she cares for families. Her compassion extends far beyond logistics. She thoughtfully guided us through decisions we never wanted to have to make, offering recommendations that honored this child's unique life and circumstances, including helping us find an appropriate cemetery and coordinating beautiful floral arrangements. What I'll remember most is the way Kim cared not only for the child we were honoring, but also for those of us carrying the responsibility of planning the service. She repeatedly reminded my colleagues and me that our hearts were in the right place and that our efforts mattered. Those words may seem small, but during an incredibly heavy time, they meant more than I can express. The service itself was beautiful. The funeral home is immaculate, modern, and thoughtfully designed, creating a peaceful environment for remembrance. Every member of the staff was attentive, respectful, and quietly ensured that everything unfolded seamlessly. They allowed us to focus on honoring this young life instead of worrying about the countless details behind the scenes. I sincerely hope I never find myself in a position where I need to plan another child's funeral. But if I ever need funeral services for a loved one, personally or professionally, I would not hesitate to return to Prospect Memorial. Kim and her entire team provided extraordinary care during one of the most difficult moments imaginable, and I will always be grateful for the compassion they showed to everyone involved. I hope this review conveys even a fraction of the gratitude we feel toward Kim and her team. They helped make an impossible task just a little more bearable, and that is something I'll never forget.

I attended a service at this funeral home. I was never so disappointed in a funeral home before the…read morestaff/owners were very cold and not friendly at all. The interior and setup of the service was very sloppy. Wasn't impressed at all! For a "supposedly" well knew name in Prospect Connecticut...I see it as a name doesn't mean nothing if the service isn't there. Would never recommend this funeral home for someone loved one.

The service was 2nd to none. Very considerate people and very caring. Funeral went very smooth…read more There is NEW OWNERS AND NEW MANAGEMENT.

My family had a most horrible experience with this funeral home. Scott Griffith was uncompassionate…read moreand insensitive at the worst time of our lives when my husband died. The business side of things seems very sketchy also. I won't even go into more detail since I'm still trying to get over it.

When my father passed away three years ago, we were very pleased with the professionalism and care…read morethat Wakelee provided. Following my mother's recent passing, we once again turned to John Zaleski and his wonderful staff. My mother had passed away at home, and from the moment John and his colleague arrived to receive her, they were incredibly caring and sympathetic, giving us immediate peace of mind. During the arrangement process, John was knowledgeable, easy to talk to, and made us feel comfortable right away. He also created a wonderful video of family photos for the wake, which gave our friends and family a sweet visit to the past. I want to extend a huge thank you to John, Millie, and staff, and to Sue for her exceptional attention to detail. The funeral home itself has such a warm and peaceful energy, and there is always someone available to answer questions or provide assistance. From the planing to the burial, the entire staff provided the utmost care for our family. I would highly recommend Wakelee Memorial. They provide the caring assistance needed during such a difficult time.

My Dad came to CT to visit us only two weeks he suddenly passed away, everything happened so quick…read moreand unprepared, but luckily we found Wakelee memorial funeral home after read all 5 starts reviews from Google. This was the best choice that I have ever made! John and his team did an amazing job, he guided me step by step with his compassion, patience, and thoughtful care, he provided the best service and have everything done professionally. I never felt I was alone, because I knew he's always there to support me whenever I needed. I would like to recommend this beautiful place and those kindness people, thank you guys again!

McClam is a very professional funeral home in Middletown CT and confidence of the work that they do…read moreand not that expensive love the friendly atmosphere and polite people that they are​

Mr David was very helpful during this difficult time. The service that they provided were…read moreexcellent, they went out of their way to make our family feel comfortable with the process. Mr David is a very caring and loving person.

I would like to say my family has Utilized Chase Parkway many because of our loss and because of…read morethe service we got They were compassionate professional, always asking if we needed anything ...when my wife had cancer she had a difficult choice to pre-plan her own funeral, the funeral director, Mike, was supportive and very complementary of my wife's courage. even when I see him at other funerals, he always asks how everything is on a personal level, they have my business and my family's business for a long, long time.

My Father passed away,and He wanted to be buried overseas,I used this funeral home for my…read moremother,when she passed away,this time around,2 weeks passed,and my fathers body is still here,I try calling them up and they give me excuses and blamming bergen funeral home in new jersey for the delay,Ray Albini jr,he never got back to me,I leave messages and he dont call me back,I am planning to contact the connecticut Health department.and the attorney general,Dont go there,find another funeral home!!!

Under sad circumstances We used the services on the funeral…read morehome in Connecticut The personnel were emphatic and understanding our family wishes and went above and beyond to prepare a beautiful viewing Among the sorrow we found comfort on having our beloved family member honored and showing the love and respect professed in life. The room was arranged as requested. Our family and friends found a pleasant haven to gather and share memories We had a group pray We had the procession arranged like a Swiss clock The facilities are beautiful, peacefully and well kept. This is a review nobody wants to make due to the event that change your life, but I am happy to see how professionally our funeral services was arranged by this team. Thanks again for your care and support during such this sorrow time. P.S I didn't take pictures during our funeral service,

Although it was a very difficult times for our family, Commerce Hill was extremely helpful during…read morethe entire process. It all started when a loved one passed on, late on a Friday night. Commerce Hill arrived within an hour and was extremely flexible in scheduling the planning the following day. David Dougiello was our mentor during the entire process and did an amazing job of accommodating our requests and taking care of every little detail. We were able to focus our entire energy on the family and helping each other grieve. David and the entire staff went above and beyond to explain everything, offered a no-pressure approach to making decisions that were best for our family, and took care of every little detail leading up to and including the funeral and burial. Thanks to everyone for the support. Please make sure you seek out David and work with him as he is trustworthy, compassionate, and incredibly attentive to detail to help you through your difficult time.

Our experience with this Funeral Home was anything but comforting. The funeral Director Bill…read moreMoriarty was rude and not very experienced in handling a complex situation. Who calls a client and yells at them? Very readily took our money. Difficult to work with no compassion for a grieving parents

Truly amazing and compassionate group of individuals. What they do for the grieving families cannot…read morebe conveyed into words, but rather in the process they treat with immense delicacy and care. They handle our loves ones with dignity and sacrifice themselves to ensure that we remember them way they were. The staff treats you like family and handles every aspect of the planning process. The appreciation we have is simply immeasurable. Thank you so very much to Dan Ford and his team for the all the time they dedicated to my husband's father.