Am I really reviewing a cemetery? Well, yes, I am…read more I mean, why not, right? It's a public space nonetheless. Mount Calvary is at the end of my street. It is a quiet, little private Catholic cemetery. It opens around 7 am and closes each night at 6:30 pm. Dogs are not allowed (sad face) but it is free and open to the two-legged public to roam and enjoy. I've walked through a few times, took my mom through, ventured a short run with my dog (whoops!) before almost being caught by the guy mowing the lawn! We ran the opposite direction, you bet! The cemetery is very peaceful and creates a natural barrier between Roslindale and Mattapan (thank goodness...). It is well adorned with shade-providing trees and well manicured lawns. The maintenance guys are up before 7 every day, ready to maintain their little plots. It's great to see. I'd suggest this as a nice place to take a meditative stroll (although the traffic from Cummins can still be heard from most parts of the cemetery), read a book or just check out. It is an old and historic cemetery, too. Many of the stones date back to the 16, 17 and 1800's - pretty awe-inspiring. I've never seen another person (well, alive at least) in there, which I love, because I feel like it's all mine! Great little place, but not being able to tow the pooches keeps me in the likes of Mount Hope or Forest Hills on most days.

Last week my mother-in-law was interred at this cemetery. I could not believe my eyes. We were very…read morerushed around her casket. The cemetery grounds people seemed like they had somewhere else to be, it was 12:30 pm. Don't know why they were in a rush. They stood about 30 feet from us with their arms crossed, their bucket hoe and machinery ready to go. We said our goodbyes at the casket they immediately moved in to lower it, understandable. However as they were lowering her casket they didn't have a good grip and they dropped her casket into the hole. I didn't see that part happen but I heard a loud gasp and turned around and saw what that person was looking at. They literally dropped the straps underneath the foot of my mother-in-law's casket and her casket was sticking out of the hole at a 45° angle. If there hadn't been another casket below hers, her casket would have been standing straight up. Will my mother-in-law spend all eternity scrunched down in the bottom of her casket? Just horrible. Oh but that's not everything, the workers were in such a rush they blocked us in from leaving the way we came with their machinery. They proceeded to put the dirt right on top of the casket while we were all still there. My husband didn't want to act on emotion so he let this sit with him a few days before calling the Supervisor of the cemetery. He was more or less told what he saw with his own eyes never happened. The supervisor should be ashamed of himself. I have at least 10 people to back up what we all saw. We're not asking to be compensated, we're not asking asking for anything but an honest apology and maybe he could speak with his workers on how to properly lower a casket. Unbelievable. Fortunately there's several cemeteries around, word to the wise, pick another one. Of course if you're not that crazy about who you're burying and you don't care what really happens this is the place for you. If I could give zero stars I would!

I am extremely questioning these reviews. Over decades of working with JB. Johnsons they have been…read morenothing but professionals. A pillar in the black community. They are all we have left. They did the setvices of my great grandmother and great grandfather back then my family did business directly with Mrs. Johnson. Julia handled the services for other family members, my grandmother, my brother and my nephew. She is professional with a great eye for detail. People need to be responsible it is not the funeral home fault your loved one did not have insurance. This is a company not charity. You write the obituary they do not know your loved ones in the world of msoffice that have spell check. Staff is excellent as always shout to Ms.Angie, Ms. Charlotte and Mr. Steven for your impeccable service. No one lives forever twenty or forty bucks a month for an insurance policy would not hurt if your young or mid-age. Do your part and be a responsible person put money away for your funeral or purchase a policy. They are a business like all the other funeral homes. Some do not even be bothered with you if you have no insurance policy. Thank GOD we still have JB let's help keep them in the community.

BUSINESSES BEWARE -…read more We have delivered product to them on (2) occassions and they will not return any correspondence or calls let alone payment for the product received. Product was delivered in 2023 and now at the end of 2025 still no payment. Offered a payment plan and still no reply to our attempts to speak with someone there. Not the way to run a company that you hope to keep in business.

It alawys unfortunate when someone passes, escpecially at an early age…read more I went here a week ago for a funeral service. Even though the facility is quite small, it was able to handle quite large number of family and friends of the deceacesed. The service was memorable, and when having a lot of people in quite small place, the funeral director did a great job making sure there was enough seating for everyone, which became quite challenging at some times. I felt the funeral director was empathic and professional.

My family and I selected the Floyd A. Williams Funeral Home to take care of the inurnment of our…read moreMum who passed away suddenly in early March 2018.  I grew up in Boston, but have been living in New York City for over two decades.  From the  planning, to the cremation, to the service, in a word - EXCEPTIONAL. This amazing team is lead by an extrodinary woman who took the business over from her father.  She grew up in it, LOVES it, and is an accomplished practitioner who was appointed by Govenor Devale Patrick to serve on commissions that rewrote and reformed aspects of professional Funeral Service practices.   Her absolutely glowing spirit,  her commitment to excellence, and the empathy, care and compassion that she and each and every member of her very professional team afforded so effortlessly to me and my family really touched us.  She and her group made a very difficult time for us easier to bear. Additionally, I cannot speak highly enough about their newly renovated and expanded facility (just completed in January 2018). I have not seen a funeral home/parlor that really harkened back to the way funerals were traditionally produced - in the home of the family of the deceased.  You walk into that space, you feel warmth and comfort immediately.  The space is beautiful, vibrant and thoughtfully planned.  I am VERY particular.  This place was immaculate, down to the corners of their newly-renovated bathrooms, lol!  The chairs were all spotless, everything is brand new and carefully maintained.  You really felt like you were walking into the home and parlor of a family friend. Again, this establishment (African American run and family-owned) really sets a high bar as far as service delivery, event planning and execution are concerned.  I really cannot recommend them highly enough.  My family and I will forever be grateful for how beautiful they made our Mum's service.  Everyone said that she, who raised me to be particular and appreciative of quality, would have loved how all was handled.  When we feel sad about her not being here with us anymore, that fact really does bring me and my Sisters a great deal of peace.

This Doherty family was extremely helpful, caring , patient to us , we live out of state and they…read moreassisted us in finding a florist, live-streaming Mass, and speaking to us in such a kind manner. We would highly recommend them to everyone. Death is such a difficult reality but they make it so dignified and gentle to help the deceased family feel cared for in a sincere way.

Eddie helped us from the onset throughout the whole process with respect, care, and dignity. Jack…read morewas phenomenal as well. I would give them a 6-star if that was available. I would highly recommend them. Thanks for helping us honor the life and legacy of our mother in such a beautiful and dignified way. Nathan

I cannot say enough good things about this funeral they cross all the t's and dot all the i's. The…read morebest value in Boston very professional great sized hall and great staff. Highly recommended. The owner Michael is a true gentleman and a comfort to deal with in those trying times that surround burying a loved one.

They at Brady Fallon did a great job with my father. Can't say enough. Thank you Micheal.read more

I recently read about the lives of poets Sylvia Plath & Anne Sexton. Since I'm in the 02321 for a…read morehouse-sitting gig, I decided to pilgrimage to Sexton's gravesite in Forest Hills cemetery--an absolute hidden gem (the cemetery, not the gravesite). The main office staff was lovely, outfitted me with a map, and off I went to find Anne. If you are at all interested in the literary strides these lady poets made during a time of complete male dominance & as forerunners to second-wave feminism (all while managing mental illness), I've got a book for you! Visitors to the Sexton family grave left stones, an embroidered handkerchief, and even a bottle of perfume. I figured I'd find ee cummings (because I was told how tricky he was to find). He's hidden next to his wife's family grave (Clarke) with a flat marker, so I did some hunting and Googling to find it. I also saw Eben Jordan (founder of Jordan Marsh) though I did not know who he was at the time. His mausoleum commanded a lot of burial real estate. You drive your car throughout, park as you would in any cemetery, and stroll around. Gates close at 4:30pm. (could be 4 pm).

Beautiful grounds and this is a huge place. People have been buried here since 1800s. I was able…read moreto find my grandmother's spots, my grandfather's spot and now the resting place of my uncle.

would like to personally thank George Lopez Funeral Home for the care and professionalism shown to…read moremy family. I would definitely recommend his services, and I will only continue to use his funeral home. George Lopez has now buried three of my family members, and every single service was handled with excellence, dignity, and compassion. Even when there was a brief miscommunication, it was immediately addressed and corrected, which speaks volumes about his commitment to families during their most difficult moments. Our loved ones were treated with respect, and our family felt supported every step of the way. That level of consistency and care is something I truly value and trust. With sincere gratitude, Sandra January Franklin Ware Kenny Ware Andrea Akens and family

George lopes did a great job taking all the pressure off my shoulders…read more He made such an impossible process(I thought) go smoothly. Its hard to say words like wonderful or terrific, when the service is for my mother. So, I'll say pleasant experience.. Thank you George & thank your staff.

Mount Hope Cemetery is a hidden gem!…read more It is hidden because it's off the beaten path as far as the city of Boston is concerned. It's not really a place you seek out to visit like Forest Hills Cemetery; rather, it is a place you become acquainted with probably because you live near or pass by. Mount Hope Cemetery is tucked in between Roslindale and Mattapan, I think it actually creates part of the line between the two neighborhoods and to be honest, I'm not sure which it is "technically" located in. Together with Mount Calvary Cemetery (it's neighbor) it creates the quaint pocket neighborhood of Mount Hope-Canterbury Street that I call home. I have to say, I was a little creeped out living so close to not one, but TWO cemeteries when we first bought our house, but now, I cherish these large, open plots of peaceful greenery! The cemetery is very old, according to the city's website, it opened in 1852. It is over 125 acres which is quite large, considering the entire Boston Common is only 50! The cemetery is a mixture of open green space, with grassy fields and water features along with densely grown and developed (with stones and memorials) areas. While you might feel odd walking amongst the dead, the headstones themselves are actually quite attractive, as the majority of them are between 100 and 200 years old and there are many monument-type pieces worked in that really lend to a beautiful space. With paved drives and pathways all throughout, the cemetery makes for an excellent place to take a stroll, walk the dogs or fit in a short run. Insider tip: There is a break in the fence at two different spots - one at the very rear of the cemetery (on Mount Calvary Road) where it meets Mt. Calvary Cemetery and another towards the front, along Paine Street. If it is after hours (after 6:30-7:30 pm) and you find yourself needing access in or out of the cemetery, these breaks are a lifesaver! Although I wouldn't personally be going through in the dark...tried it once and swear I saw a huge shadow where I know there isn't anything normally. I ran out with my dog, heart racing, squealing like a little girl. This is my go-to spot for dog walks, and the park is dog-friendly (as long as they are leashed and properly cleaned up after). I also begin all of my runs here, as cutting across the cemetery allows me to easily connect to Walk Hill Street and then to Forest Hills Cemetery and/or the Arnold Arboretum without having to deal with too much cars, exhaust and traffic on American Legion Highway or Hyde Park Avenue. One thing - no trash cans anywhere. So be prepared to carry out whatever you choose to carry in. I will continue to enjoy Mt. Hope for all it has to offer, and pray that the zombie apocalypse never happens - or I'm totally screwed.

I was in Boston on vacation when I decided to go visit my great grandmother. I was bummed when I…read morediscovered that the office closed at 4pm and I had no way of finding the exact site. While I was wandering around, a maintenance worker asked if I found what I was looking for and of course I couldn't find her among the grounds. He said to go back the next day and ask for him so he can drive me directly to her. I did just that and the entire staff was so friendly and out- going! The guy from the day before, drove me to my great grandmother's site and cleaned off all the surrounding weeds and was so helpful! If I lived in Boston, I would definitely used this location. It is beautiful and very historic!! The only problems I found were the geese, but that is pretty hard to control. Also, the grass could use more maintenance like weed control.

I helped a dear friend bury her son, and what should have been a moment of dignity and closure was…read moreinstead met with coldness and indifference from Davis Funeral Home. From the start, the funeral director, Rebecca, was unprofessional and dismissive, openly complaining about victims' compensation as if my friend's devastating loss was an inconvenience. Another staff member, Michaela, was equally detached. The pallbearers arrived as instructed, yet they weren't used, and the casket was simply rolled in without care. The most painful moment came when my friend and her family chose not to sit for the viewing--not because they didn't want to, but because the makeup was done so poorly that their loved one was barely recognizable. Concerns had been raised the day before, yet nothing was corrected. A mother was robbed of her final goodbye. A funeral home should provide comfort, respect, and care. Instead, Davis Funeral Home added needless pain to an already unbearable loss. If you are considering them, please think twice--no grieving family should ever be treated this way.

5-Star Review I…read moredon't even know where to begin, because no words can fully express the gratitude I have for Davis Funeral Home, especially Ruth DaSilvera on Cummins Highway in Mattapan. Ruth did not just provide a service she treated my family like her own family. My sister's funeral took place on August 27, 2025, and Ruth supported me every step leading up to that day, with compassion that felt heaven-sent. From the moment my sister Rose Esthere Lacroix passed away in such a tragic and unexpected way, Ruth walked with me through every step with compassion, patience, and a heart full of sincerity. This was my first time ever having to arrange a funeral, and I was overwhelmed, broken, and lost. Ruth wasn't only a funeral director she became a therapist, a counselor, a guide, and a true blessing. She understood the pain of our situation as if she had known my sister personally. She didn't just do her job she cared. When I was trying everything I could to bring my mother and my sister's son from Haiti to attend the funeral, Ruth worked with me without hesitation. She extended time, supported every request, and gave me every possible chance to reunite my family to say goodbye. She never rushed me, never pressured me, and never once made it about money. Her service was pure humanity, with a level of kindness you rarely find in any business today. I truly believe God places certain people in your path during the hardest moments of life, and Ruth was one of those people for us. Without her, my sister's funeral would not have been possible. She stood with me through one of the most painful chapters of my life, and for that, I will always be grateful. Thank you, Ruth, from the deepest place in my heart. Thank you to Davis Funeral Home for having someone like her someone who shows the world that compassion still exists, and that real service is built on love and understanding. I pray God blesses Ruth and this funeral home abundantly. In times like these, people like her are rare, and I am forever thankful. Vincent Etienne

They made the whole process extremely easy. During trying times it's easy to get taken advantage…read moreof. I contacted 3 funeral homes in preparation to a family member dying. Our local one came in with the cheapest cremation costs. A friend recommended Casper and it was almost half the cost from what our family funeral home quoted us. That was with a discount as well! I called Casper about 2 months beforehand and they were very detailed and provided all the info that was needed. I had multiple phone calls with them and they were able to assist me even though I was in California. I mostly spoke with Jake and Colton during this process. When I arrived Saturday was the only day I could go down and we had a snowstorm the day prior. Roads were pretty bad and they were able to accommodate me even though they had a service going on. Parking can be a nightmare there, I parked a few blocks away near a barber shop. I would recommend this place to everyone!! I was truly blown away by their service and empathy.

Great service and staff. My loved one had a wake here in the states and then needed to be brought…read moreback to Central America, Casper staff did an excellent job facilitating this entire process. Not to mention, everyone was very kind and compassionate throughout the entire time.