AJ Desmond & Sons is excellent. The person who took the call from my family at 3:00 AM on Sunday…read moremorning was pleasant and professional. The two people who came to the house to pick up at 4:00 AM during a snowstorm were very professional. The Funeral Director, Sherry, was empathetic and professional. There was no "sales pressure" of any kind. Sherry gave clear descriptions of all the services and prices. Everything was very clearly and compassionately explained. Once services were selected, Sherry carefully reviewed them and the prices. The prices were very reasonable. There is ample parking. The decor of the funeral home is attractive. The common areas and every room I saw were spotless. Every aspect of my family's contact with AJ Desmond & Sons showed caring and professionalism. I highly recommend AJ Desmond & Sons!

A loved one passed away at home and this was the nearest funeral home. We called and they were able…read moreto come pick the deceased person up. We went up soon after to discuss services and pricing. The place itself is gorgeous; bright, welcoming. Not stuffy or sad. You can tell it's been recently updated. We were comfortable in the lobby and in the consultation room. We were offered complimentary bottled water, which is nice when you're bone dry from crying for hours straight. We made it clear from the beginning we didn't want a funeral or even viewing service. The salesperson was respectful of that and moved forward with going over cremation services. The cremation service itself is carried out by another company and was only like $600? But for some reason, the funeral home charges almost $3000 on top of that for their time and services. That seems wild to me for someone who didn't want viewing, mourning services, visitation, etc. It's expensive to live and it's expensive to die. The salesperson was friendly and mostly respectful, although we could hear the misogyny when he spoke to my husband directly, and not his sister, who was actually handling all the business. Don't like that. But he accommodated all of our simple requests without fuss. Besides the oldschool mentality of our salesperson, it was a fine place to spend a couple hours talking about a dead person.

Excellent team servicing for a long time in the area still family oriented. Respectful…read moreknowledgeable and really felt cared for with many family and friends of family funerals over many years.

We used Bagnasco Calcaterra for my 93 year old grandmother's funeral and it turned out beautiful…read more Rick and his team made the entire process as stress free as possible. Without hesitation I will be using them in the future. I 100% trust them to take care of my family.

I cannot express enough gratitude for Sarah and Anna. During the most devastating time of my…read morelife--losing my baby girl just six days before her 4-month birthday--they showed my fiancé and me nothing but kindness, compassion, and patience. I had never planned a funeral before, and I was not prepared to plan my daughter's. Sarah and Anna walked me through everything gently, never rushing, always listening, and truly blessing us with their time. They made sure my daughter was home before the 4th of July, and her service was arranged beautifully and with such care. Their support gave me peace in a moment I didn't think I could even breathe through. I feel so blessed to have met Sarah, and I will forever be thankful to both her and Anna for the compassion they showed my family. They are extraordinary people doing extraordinary work, and I would recommend them to anyone who needs not only professional guidance but also genuine love and empathy in their hardest times. -Anissa Lee

We were taken by surprise and unprepared for the sudden death of our loved one. We contacted…read moreTemrowski &Sons and Ana G. was an angel who took over and helped us through this traumatic event. She was kind ,caring and extremely helpful answering our question and guiding us through steps we needed to take. Thank you Ana!

My grandma died January 2015 and I was her only living heir. I thought I would have difficulty…read moreplanning her service but the Butlers were fantastic. It was like I had extended family helping with them. The funeral home is small compared to others but the personalized service and hospitality were top notch. Many grandma's service was lovely. The reverend and musician provided were very professional and on point. The parking lot is a little small but there's on street parking to accommodate. I would definitely recommend this place for an intimate gathering for a funeral or memorial service for a loved one. Extremely affordable and professional.

My family and are extremely pleased with the service received from Butler Funeral Home. My brother…read moremade his transition on a Saturday and from the time we called, Mr. Butler was extremely responsive. They made the process effortless including the move from the hospital, dealing with the insurance company, everything!!! They even changed my brother's earrings on the day of the viewing at the last minute. I've used other well known funeral homes and the personal service from Butler exceeds what was received from them. Their staff is professional and knowledgeable. The body was well prepared for the service. And the organist and soloist were excellent. I explained that I didn't want a sad song and they delivered. The family and those who attended were very impressed with Butler Funeral Home. You cannot be the value and the service received is exemplary. I would highly recommend Butler Funeral Home.

If I could give more than 5 stars, I would…read more When my beloved mother passed away on March 15, I was already in deep grief--but what made things even harder was dealing with unexpected complications surrounding her prepaid funeral arrangements. She had thoughtfully paid for everything 32 years in advance, intending to spare us any burden. Unfortunately, after the original funeral home owner retired and transferred her contract to another funeral home, I encountered a very distressing situation with them that was dismissive, rude, and suddenly demanding additional money despite previously telling me everything was fully covered. I was shocked, overwhelmed, and honestly heartbroken all over again. That's when I found Mr. Patrick Lynch and Lynch & Sons Funeral Home--and everything changed. I called after hours on Friday and left a message, not expecting to hear back until Monday. To my surprise, Patrick Lynch called me back within 10 minutes. He spent 45 minutes on the phone with me, patiently explaining everything, going over the other funeral home's statement line by line, and helping me understand what was actually going on. He was calm, compassionate, and incredibly knowledgeable. More importantly, he genuinely cared. For the first time since my mom passed, I felt a sense of peace and relief. I immediately knew I wanted to move my mother into their care. The next morning at exactly 10 AM, just as promised, his son Paddy Lynch called me. From that point on, everything was seamless. Paddy was kind, attentive, and so easy to work with. He handled every detail with grace and professionalism, making a very difficult process feel manageable. They helped me create a funeral that was truly beautiful and elegant--far beyond anything I could have hoped for. Even though my mother was not embalmed and went directly to the church, everything was handled flawlessly. One of the most special touches was the Juilliard-trained violinist, Sonia they arranged, which made the service incredibly moving and unforgettable. The entire experience was handled with such sensitivity, dignity, and care. In a time of deep grief and despair, Patrick and Paddy Lynch were not just helpful-- they were a source of light, compassion, comfort, strength and steady support. They treated me like family, not just a client. My mother's funeral was absolutely perfect--graceful, meaningful, and filled with love. I will be forever grateful to them for guiding me through one of the hardest moments of my life. I cannot recommend Lynch & Sons Funeral Home highly enough. If you want compassionate, honest, and truly exceptional care for your loved one, this is the place to go.

The staff is outstanding. From meeting Pat Lynch who met with us and supported us and what we…read morewanted for our precious son for his final arrangements to getting us a wonderful priest to lead the liturgy. We are forever grateful. We also had the pleasure to work with Sam who answered all the multiple questions I had. She was thoughtful and very knowledgeable and kind. She asked questions of us and took care of details I might have missed. Also, when we arrived on Saturday, she and her fellow colleague Jack opened the doors for us and welcomed us with a smile. I'm so grateful for their attention to detail and friendly smiles. First class.

Barksdale funeral home has been my neighbor funeral for over 50 years. My mother just passed and I…read moreknew I couldn't use any other funeral home. From the beginning to the end of the process, although it was very difficult losing my mother, the process was effortless because they were with me every step of the way. I thank God for Mrs. Neal and Ken because they were so accommodating... I don't know how I would've delt with this process without them

Verheyden Funeral Home in Clinton Township made the heartbreaking experience of losing my beautiful…read moreand loving wife more comforting, reassuring, and easier to bear than could have ever been imagined. Allison's honest, compassionate, patient, and guided assurance was absolutely essential and most highly appreciated in the fulfilment of our funeral arrangement needs. I would like to thank everyone at Verheyden, and in particular Allison, for their dedication towards making such a devastating reality something that can be remembered in a positive light. I would absolutely recommend Verheyden for anyone seeking comfort and kind professionalism during such a trying time. Their commitment towards making your experience everything you want it to be is absolutely certain. Thank you for everything you've done on our behalf, and for allowing us to fully rely on everything you promised we could count on from you. Warm Regards, Dave D.

We have used Verheyden Funeral Home in Grosse Pointe for years. This is the first time we have used…read morethe Clinton Township area as many of us have relocated here over the years. I think this may have had a different name prior. This was not an expected death. We knew that our loved one had indicated that cremation would be their request which made one of the choices faced by family somewhat comforting. If that can even be possible. Telephonic contact at 6am was prompt and professional. Staff during the funeral was kind and helpful. As one will experience the cost of a funeral is shocking. We chose a short viewing on a Sunday which everyone was pleased with: Family 12-1pm and open viewing 1-4pm. A short wake at Fern Hill Country Club(see review). Let me leave some information here that you will not see in the cremation casket photo. **We chose the Kenzie I think it is called. The cremation casket that is a steel blue in color that opens like a traditional casket but covered in a Demask fabric. A simple cross placed inside. We feared the casket would be unsightly ,however, it was actually very nice!!! We asked for the floral spray to be just slightly larger to cover the portion of the casket that is over the lower body(Van Maele Florest Clinton Township Michigan, see review). It was perfect and even if it had not been slightly larger it would have been fine. You can also use a blanket with the persons fav sports team draped over the area with or without flowers? Two very large sized poinsettias on each side. A few lanterns with battery operated candles, and what a beautiful setting. Listen to this florist! This is big business let's face it. Prices are high but this florist will do for you what they can and make suggestions to make the viewing beautiful. If you are reading this I am sorry for your loss. I hope that this helps you when thinking about using this casket as a choice? We did not regret any choices we made!

Haley Funeral Home is still in business after over 100 years! It is located on the Northwestern…read moreHighway service drive between Evergreen Road and 9 Mile Rd. Although I travel the service drive often, I don't see any business traffic for this funeral home because the entrance and parking lot are in the back of the building away from the service drive. Haley was the provider for services for my dear neighbor recently. For his viewing at the funeral home, the Haley staff members greeted us upon entering and directed us to the correct parlor. The beautiful parlor was full of family members and well wishers. The video playing with various photos of my neighbor with his family and acquaintances was a nice touch. Outside of the parlor was a memorial display for veterans that have transitioned or never returned. It caught my attention and it was a great reminder of those who have served our country. I do recommend that the tablecloth be ironed to provide a better visual.

I would not recommend Haley Funeral Home in Southfield. The…read moreDirector was extremely helpful at first with working with the insurance company for payment. But later, showed his true colors when we changed our mind about the type of casket for my Dad. I was so shocked that a funeral director, of all professions, could behave the way he did. There were some errors during the service. But all would have been forgiven, because we're all human and imperfect. But, again his behavior regarding the change is unforgivable. I would Not Recommend Haley.