If 1 were to ask me the 2 most beautiful, historic, aesthetically pleasing, and artistically…read moreenriching cemeteries in the northern U.S. (maybe the entire U.S.), I'd have to say it's a toss-up between Greenwood in Brooklyn, and Woodlawn in the Bronx. My personal favorite? Impossible to say; I love them both, even though I haven't been to either 1 in several years. Maybe Greenwood, because it's easier to get to. I first came to Woodlawn in the late 80s with my father, who wanted to look up the grave of his maternal grandfather. We stopped at the main office, which looked as if it hadn't been updated or refurbished since the time "Cemetery John engaged "Jafsie" Condon through the cemetery fence during futile negotiations for the return of the Lindbergh baby. However, cemetery staff were very helpful and we found the gravesite easily thanks to the map they provided. The cemetery itself is enormous, and enormously impressive. Its 1st burial occurring in 1865, Woodlawn is a 400-acre oasis of architectural splendor, pastoral loveliness, and restorative tranquility in the center of the Bronx. It's the last resting place for robber barons from the "Gilded Age" like Jay Gould and John "Bet A Million" Gates to humble artists like Herman Melville (his modest tombstone has the engraving of a blank sheet of paper on it) to statesmen like Fiorello LaGuardia (a friend said, "The Christian concept of Heaven was very real to him, except he believed it was achievable on earth, and, if he only hurried, possible in his lifetime.") and Ralph Bunche, to criminals like Ruth Snyder (her murder of her husband, accomplished with the aid of her lover, served as the basic plot for the classic film "Double Indemnity") and Charles Becker (a crooked cop executed in 1915 for the murder of gambler Herman Rosenthal, although he may have actually been innocent of that particular crime) to mobster Frank Scalise (his fatal shooting while buying fruit from a Bronx fruit stand was re-created in "The Godfather") to those you least expect, like Western lawman Bat Masterson. The more ornate, elaborate mausoleums resemble hilltop castles, a stark contrast to the tombs of the more humble "permanent residents" (like my great grandfather). Miles Davis, Duke Ellington and George M. Cohan are buried here. So is poor, luckless actress Diane Barrymore, daughter of John Barrymore and author of the book "Too Much, Too Soon." She died too young as a suicide and is buried in the plot of her mother's family. A multitude of family names are on the stone, with the exception of hers. I've always been haunted by some of the highly realistic and sometimes disturbingly lifelike statuary populating the cemetery. One in particular is of a lifesized nude woman (tastefully rendered) sitting alongside a grave in eternal mourning, or until she ultimately crumbles into dust. In turns mournful, sad, historic, lovely (in spite of the sometimes grim reality of the Bronx surrounding it), Woodlawn is a must visit cemetery on your list, if you visit any cemetery at all (although Greenwood in Brooklyn is in the running, as I've mentioned). If you're interested in the history of cemeteries, or of NYC, or just in history itself, Woodlawn is a repository of it all.

Small chapel and lovely service for a dearly departed friend. Several prayers, singing and eulogy…read moredone. The funeral service to the crypt was by car to a very large plot area. The service was short due to the cold but a great memory to our friend. Rest In Peace. Lot parking.

First off, this is not a happy place. It is a place of the afterlife where your loved ones is…read morehoused. To my family, what was important was the kindness of the Director and her staff's willingness to guide us through the whole plot purchasing process along with options provided. My mom passed away a few years back (f*ck cancer!) and we were not in the right headspace. We were first timers and really needed guidance and patience. Landscape, Upkeeps, Grounds are all clean. The staff are very nice. It can be quite hectic at times during traditional Chinese cultural visits like during Cheng Ming, which coincides with Easter. The staff keeps it going and are usually helpful. If you have the money, this location is best for any family living in the 5 borough. Otherwise, it's Jersey or Upstate NY. The only 2 issues I have with Cypress Hill is 1) we paid for perpetual care but often we see lots of weeds & trash around my moms' grave. So we end up cleaning it ourselves. 2) WHY is there ONLY 1 bathroom?!? It's horrible and that bathroom is quite gross... so you might want to hold your bladder... Good luck friends.

My family and I have been visiting CHC nearly yearly since 1990 when my grandmother passed away…read more The land has been consistently well cared for. They even have trash receptacles just in case. I normally bring a large jug of water because the water spigot is a bit of a walk from where my grandmother is buried. I'd also imagine that the spigot is shut off during winter to prevent water from freezing and damaging the pipes. Normally I go to Glendale Florist about a few blocks away from the cemetery for a bouquets of flowers and cemetery cones but there are many other similar businesses in the area too. For those who might be wondering why there are large evergreen bushes planted next to graves in the Asian section, it's a symbolic cultural ritual that a number of people cherish. I respect other people's beliefs but my family and I don't participate in this particular activity. I had to ask about the beliefs behind this practice since I was not knowledgeable and also wondering. It was explained to me that these evergreen bushes are connected to the thought of eternalness which is probably why these bushes aren't shaped or pruned either. The sections are well marked. I don't know how much a plot costs because a family member made these arrangements so contact CHC for answers to your questions.

Walking around this very old cemetery gives me a peaceful feeling. It's completely quiet here…read moreexcept for birds singing in the tall oaks. In spring, daffodils and vinca add color to the well maintained grounds. A few different sections are marked out and separated by walking paths. The front area has new graves. The back section has graves dating back to the mid 18th century. Many of the surnames are recognizable as they are from the first families who settled this town, and roads/schools/parks/historical houses bear their names.

Fairview Cemetery & Arboretum is one of the most historic and picturesque places in Westfield…read more Established in 1868, it was created when the town's older church burial grounds were becoming crowded. It is both a cemetery and an accredited arboretum, with more than 100 identified tree species and self-guided tree tours. The grounds are known for their natural beauty, including wooded areas, a pond, and extensive landscaping. Fairview also serves as a historical record of modern Westfield. While many colonial-era residents are buried in Westfield's older Presbyterian Cemetery, many of the families who helped build the suburban town of Westfield are buried here. The pond, nicknamed "Ghost Pond," was still surrounded by woods when I was a kid in the 1960s. Back then, it was open to the public for ice skating. The scene in It's a Wonderful Life where George Bailey saves his brother Harry always reminds me of those childhood days skating on Ghost Pond. On my mother's side, my family lineage goes back to some of Westfield's earliest settlers. My parents and both sets of grandparents are buried here. In 2023, I worked with the cemetery office to arrange for my parents' burials in their family plot and to have a headstone made and installed. The staff was professional, compassionate, and easy to work with throughout the process. I grew up near Fairview and have been visiting since I was about ten years old. The grounds are beautiful, peaceful, and exceptionally well maintained. Fairview contains the graves of many of the families who shaped Westfield during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The cemetery includes a notable Civil War section, several historic monuments, and "Old One Horn," a Revolutionary War-era cannon displayed on the grounds. It is also the final resting place of several notable individuals, including Whitney Houston and Dr. Virginia Apgar, whose Apgar Score is still used worldwide to assess newborns. Whenever I return to the Westfield area, I make a point of stopping by to visit family members, friends, and the parents of friends who are buried here. It remains a beautiful and tranquil place that provides comfort while honoring the memories of loved ones.

I was here to pay my respects to singer Whitney Houston's final resting place which was easy enough…read moreto find. It is in one of the aisles along the eastern edge of the cemetery. I also found the burial spot of Doctor Virginia Apgar (1909-1974) who devised the Apgar score. The score is a very quick way for doctors to evaluate the health of newborns at 1 and 5 minutes after birth. The score is determined through the evaluation of the newborn in five criteria: activity (tone), pulse, grimace, appearance, and respiration. And if you missed it, that's a backronym of "APGAR." It is located in Section E, towards the northwest corner of the cemetery. Once those missions were accomplished, I was able to take some time to appreciate the rest of the cemetery. It is quiet, peaceful and in excellent condition. No damaged headstones, smooth roadways throughout and well mowed and trimmed grass. [Review 18318 overall - 151 in New Jersey - 1840 of 2022.]

Recent visit to Holy Name Cemetery to pay respects to relatives interred in this location…read more Including Patrick Cooke (first in my family to land in the US). Needing help, I stopped in today the Museleum office and found Jack, who took time to help me in my search. Thank you, sir! Beautiful grounds, plenty of parking, easy access from local highways

PROS: This cemetery is very historic judging on some of the stones. A lot of the tombstones are…read morevery elegant and beautiful. It was mausoleums in addition to normal graves and its very large. The grounds crew keeps it very clean, especially for the holidays CONS: There are no signs indicating where you are in the cemetery, making it tough to find the row your loved one is in. they use to have markers like a parking lot, but not anymore OVERALL: I would recommend burying your loved ones in this cemetery, its one of the best i know around

My uncle recently was laid to rest at this cemetery (8/3/2024), and I must say that this is a…read morespacious and clean cemetery. It's well organized; separated into sections, which makes it fairly easy to locate your loved one. There are areas where your loved one can be placed into a wall as opposed to the ground. Not all cemeteries provide this as an option. I can definitely see myself utilizing this cemetery in the future for deceased loved ones. The location is very easy to get to for people who reside in Brooklyn.

My uncle was recently buried here in November 2024, his initials are " N.L." His auntie and his…read morecousin are also buried here. and his sister-in-law as well, There is also a family plot here. Anthony & Michael were accommodating there is part of the front desk at Canarsie Cemetary They told me if I see debris on the ground let them know at the front desk and they will take care of it immediately, I will be visiting my uncle soon immediately birthday, bringing him some flowers, etc. ( Corrected my words, There was an error in the first paragraph previous review, so I corrected the first seven paragraphs) but the second paragraph is much more informed by this updated review!

St. Mary's Cemetery is associated with St. Mary's-Stony Hill Roman Catholic Church in Plainfield,…read moreNJ. The cemetery has been around for over a century. There are still indelible tombstones with dates back to the 1860s with names and dates very clear. Back in the 1800s there were a few epidemics that killed entire families and you can see how they all rest together. Even though it is close to Rt. 78, the grounds are very quiet and serene. There are woods on three sides. Trees and bushes have been planted throughout. The Church has bought all of the land on the one side of it and future plans call for expansion. There are two mausoleums that are fairly new, the most recent I think was completed in 2002. All of the grave sites and crypts are paid for in perpetuity, meaning that the money will be used for forever taking care and maintenance of the grounds and graves. The grounds are well kept and the times I have been there if there is someone cutting the grass or doing maintenance while you visit, they will stop what they are doing out of respect. That is really, really nice. You need to be a parishioner of St. Mary's or know someone/have a relative to "get in" here. Location can be tricky: Exit 41 off of 78 East. Make the right onto Drift Rd. off of the exit. At the light, make the left onto Plainfield Rd. then the cemetery entrance will quickly be on your left. It is an unassuming entrance.

Peaceful old cemetery with interesting statues. It's a small cemetery and most of the graves are…read morefrom a hundred years ago. I don't think there's a main building or attendant working here. It seems to me to be a quiet and historic cemetery. Walking around here is serene.

The current state of St. Joseph Cemetery is disgraceful. There was a recent burial on the Chimney…read moreRock road side parallel to the Mall - DeSantis gravesite with piles of dirt that spread onto My family PIRONE members grave sites with a multitude of dirt and rocks which was extremely upsetting. I maintain our family gravesites on a regular basis and never experienced such a terrible situation. Carmine Pirone