Ms. Sherry DeGraff was extremely helpful in providing unbiased and accurate information regarding…read morethe funeral process. Wonderful to have a compassionate, honest family owned and operated Home in Ocean County. Thank you Sherry. George DiCostanzo

I hesitated to post anything because I like to focus on the positive, but here's my story and the…read moreultimate reason for my 1 star review. My cousin's husband (I considered him my cousin as well since they were married before I was born) passed away & was cremated through this funeral home. I purchased 3 memorial frames with a vial to hold the ashes of the deceased for my cousin and her 2 children. I even put the photos in all of the frames before giving these memorial gifts to the family. After giving the frames & obtaining permission from my cousin (the widow), I went to the funeral home 2 days BEFORE the funeral to drop off 3 of the 1 inch METAL vials (1 for each frame that held a 1/4 of an eye dropper worth of ashes). I left the frames with my cousin & arrive at the funeral home with ONLY the 3 SOLID METAL vials & asked the woman at the front desk if they could have the ashes put in the vial before the funeral mass 2 days later. She told me she would need to obtain permission from the widow which was totally understandable. I had permission already so I knew that wasn't going to be an issue. But then she hits me with a $50 fee. I have given this cremation gift many times, over many years (most times just the memorial locket or similar vial sans frame) & NEVER once was I charged for the service of dropping less than an eye droppers worth of ashes in these vials. She said it wasn't them & that they were charging me for insurance reasons (I call BS) She tries to say that if they broke the, solid medal vial I could sue them (insert annoyed eye roll here). If you've ever seen these vials, you could run them over with a Mack truck & it wouldn't even dent the surface. Then she offers that with permission from my cousin they could add the $50. to the family bill (REALLY? & UHM JUST NO!!!) Just an added FYI, I've done this with a friends ashes for his wife (1 vial); my mom's ashes (6 vials) to give to multiple close family members; my uncle (mom's brother 4 vials) & most recently with my sister's ashes (5 vials) & not 1 funeral parlor in either New York or New Jersey charged me a single penny for this service. My annoyance turned to irritation when they refused to take my credit card (she tells me they had a minimum $100. charge amount. Are you freaking kidding me?) I told her that these mercenary practices were bad enough but to NOT take my credit card because they didn't want to pay the CC fee was ridiculous (because let's be honest here, this is the ONLY reason they have yet another money grubbing minimum). I bet if my order was $100. their minimum would have been $150. SMH!! I left pretty ticked off when I had to go find an ATM to withdraw the $50. in cash. Fortunately there was one close by. I drop off the cash & although irritated I left ready to put the entire headache behind me. So imagine my surprise, not long into my drive home, that I got a tear filled, apologetic phone call from my recently widowed cousin crying about how sorry she was "for my trouble" & an offer to pay me back the $50. I was horrified and had to take multiple deep breaths to remain as calm as possible so that as lovingly as I could, I told my cousin it wasn't a problem at all & to please NOT to give this a second thought. It was my gift to them & I wouldn't think of being reimbursed for this. I was just so sorry that the woman called her with this. I hung up as irritation turned to outright fury that this inappropriately heartless woman CHOSE to burden a recent widow with this unnecessary literal NONSENSE. My cousin, who had so much to deal with, after JUST LOSING HER HUSBAND did NOT need this crap, yet this A$$ covering P*$$y A$$ B**ch employee, probably afraid I would call my cousin and complain (which since I'm NOT a heartless monster I NEVER would have done) Yet under the guise of "acting" sympathetic with "oh we're so sorry your cousin was so upset" couldn't let the fact that I called them out for being the very definition of "mercenary" go that she had to burden this poor widow. My only regret after this is that 0 Stars wasn't an option.

A peaceful, well kept cemetery with lots of gorgeous old trees and plenty of space to walk, pray,…read moreand think. As a dirt-poor college student back in the 80s, I was grateful to the late Msgr Everett for hiring me to work part time during the school year and full time during the summer and winter breaks as a grounds keeper. I am somewhat proud of the fact (but not too prideful I hope!) that I helped clear the entire AA section of grounds one summer (taking it from scrub/brush to landscape) using an axe and a chainsaw. You might say we did it "responsibly " even before that word entered the lexicon of modern colloquialism. Old growth trees and younger beautiful trees were kept, giving the area a shady, green forest ambiance. Today the cemetery has grown with the addition of a Mausoleum and several more sections. There is much history in this place of repose as many of the early graves date from the 1850s-1900s. If you are in search of a consecrated grounds, this is one of the finest most beautiful and peaceful Catholic cemeteries I've ever known. Thank you for reading my review.

Horizon handled both of my parents cremations this year (June and September.) They set up 2…read moreirrevocable funeral trusts for my parents in February. The process was professional and went smoothly. When the time came for Complete Care at Holiday City to notify Horizon of the passings, they responded immediately (in the middle of the night) to contact me and to take each parent into their care. We set up an appointment to discuss the service within the next day and they took care of all the arrangements with the cemetery. I can not express just how much we appreciated the efficiency, professionalism and the kindness of the employees at Horizon. A special thank you goes to both Lisa and Eva who took care of my parents and our family.

My mom suddenly passed away in April and, as was expected, I felt overwhelmed with the task of…read moreplanning her memorial service. The Toms River area is filled with funeral homes and I decided to go with Horizon . Fred was patient and helpful , in helping us plan cremation and a memorial service for my mother . He showed us all options, in various price ranges, and explained everything clearly. Anytime I called him, he quickly called back and answered whatever questions I had. Sharon was also very helpful, especially with assisting me with various paperwork. We had a memorial for my mother in the Beach Room. There was lots of seating and the general ambiance of Horizon helped us appropriately say goodbye to my mother. No one wants to have to plan these types of things, but Horizon made things as streamlined as possible for us .

My husband suddenly died prior to Covid shutdown. At time of making arrangements for his cremation,…read moreI did not request that his wedding ring be removed. About 6 mos. later, I decided to place his ashes where he was happiest. Lo and behold, the ring was gone. No smidges of gold in his ashes. I called and they tried to switch the blame to my stepson who was with me at the time. He did not take the ring. If you use this service, take the valuables bc they aren't safe

The Mastapeter family just handled my father's funeral arrangements. As always they handled…read moreeverything with compassion, integrity, and class. They handled even the smallest of details so that my mother did not have to deal with more than her grief. We have used them in the past without a single negative event and it continued with my Father's funeral. Thank you Anthony and Mark for a job well done With extreme gratitude, the family of Gordon Rhinesmith

Solid craftsmanship. Real menches . They helped with cemetery , who were being difficult.read more

This was an incredibly sensitive, painless, easy, respectful, helpful experience for such a…read moredelicate service. Amazingly quick responses. I felt completely taken care of. Highly recommend.

We all know this process is not what ANYONE wants to do, but Matt from Aftercare Cremation made it…read moreeasy and painless!! What a beautiful way to say goodbye to our mother. The attention and care we received was not expected but so needed, thank you Matt!

Let me share that Aftercare Cremations was the perfect decision for my family. My parents were in a…read morefinancial bind & I needed to find the best option to help. My mother passed Jan 2023 in Jersey City Med CTR and their services where stress free & professional. I must have called Matt 20X's for little details just to put my family & friends at ease! Very understanding & comfortable! The app they provide will help you share all info & memories pertaining to any services/wake or memorial you would host for family & friends. It was great to send out a link by phone and Facebook and not be bombarded with calls and repeat yourself over and over. Even family out of the country were able to participate via app. You can order an Urn separately once the ashes are prepared. I was so nervous at first and took a chance! That is why reviews are so important! I would absolutely recommend their services & hope this helps someone decide in their time of need. Thank you!

Grateful we were connected with Franklin- after our father passed. He and his team provided…read morewonderful support during these somber times. He went over and above in securing military honors for my dad's services. EVERONE was compassionate and caring throughout the process. They truly made an incredibly difficult time easier to manage.

We were very grateful to Rainear for their professionalism and great kindness during this difficult…read moretime for our family. Frank showed up right away, handled things swiftly and made us feel very confident in this trying process. We recommend him highly.

All went well. Jackie explained everything. She is the most knowledgeable. I went elsewhere before…read moremeeting Jackie and I wasn't explained or told what Jackie went over. She is amazing and helped us so much and made it so much easier than we thought it would be and so much last then the last place we talked with. I recommend Jackie and her team at Cemetery Properties to everyone as they are the most professional in the Cemetery Industry!

From the owner: At CP we understand that planning for end-of- life arrangements can be difficult and emotional…read morejourney. Our mission is to provide families with the support and guidance they need during this sensitive time. What we offer: Free no obligation cost Assistance: We believe that financial transparency is essential. Our team is here to provide you with clear and detailed information about the cost associated with cemetery services without any pressure or obligation. Pre-planning Guidance: We offer compassionate consultations to help families navigate the complexities of end-of-life planning. Our knowledable staff is dedicated to explaining the various options available, ensuring that you can make informed decisions that honor your lived ones. Personalized Support: Every family is unique, and we take time to understand your specific needs and wishes. Our goal is to create a personalized plan that reflects your values and preferences. A Peaceful Environment: Our cemeteries are designed to be a serene and respectful space for remembrance. We are committed to maintaining a beautiful environment for families to visit and honor their loved ones. At Cemetery Properties we are here to help you every step of the way. Whether you are considering Pre-planning or need immediate assistance our team is ready to support you with empathy and professionalism. Contact Us Today: Reach out to us for a free consultation.