When my grandpa died we weren't sure what to do. When we contacted Long Island Funeral Trade, Sean…read morewas able to explain to us the steps that needed to be taken and was able to schedule everything for his veteran burial at Calverton national. Sean was with us from the start to the finish. Thank you for your kindness and compassion every step of the way.

From the owner: Long Island Funeral Trade (LIFT) is staffed with compassionate individuals dedicated to ensuring…read moreyour loved ones receive the care and respect that honors their memory. With more than a decade of experience, we have provided peace of mind to families from Montauk to Manhattan. We also offer many of our services nationwide with having known shipper status with all the major airlines, making every aspect of the funeral planning process accessible and accommodating.

At the worst of times, Fives provided not only excellent service, but also immeasurable comfort…read more Every request was met with an answer of "Of course." and everyone was just so genuinely kind and empathetic. The last 2 years encompassed too many people passing, some timely, others not. We had recently been to Fives for a family member's service. Fives was originally chosen for it's transparency in pricing for a direct cremation. There were no hidden fees. Everything was included. They didn't try to up sell us on anything, yet we were given the option to have anything we wanted handled for us. We also appreciated that their rooms were available in a variety of time frames, and that we didn't have to decide right away. Mike's service was untraditional, with his urn set on a hillock of moss and wildflowers that our family florist made from his widows' vision. There was no problem at all with the longer than usual set up or break down time, in fact they were pleased to have everything reflect Mike so well. Weeks later my husband passed suddenly. John was not a fan of traditional funerary rites, so originally we only wanted transportation from the coroner's office to the crematorium. Or so we thought... but of course it's the funeral director that helps provide the Death Certificate and knows how to make complexities navigable while I was out of my mind. What will the ashes go in? Do we pick his ashes up ourselves? What does he come home in? Where do I find something nicer, meaning an urn? Who will transfer the ashes? Will there be an online obituary and place for people to find information on where and when the service will be? What about cards and a sign in book? Once again, Shawn and Liana were wonderfully kind and generously supportive in providing all the information I needed to honor my husband's memory in a way that he would have liked, even though this would include the event taking place somewhere else. Ultimately most of the things I had questions about were services that they already covered. With the support of everyone at Fives, and our favorite catering hall, my husband had a 4 hour cocktail hour, with an open bar and 1/2 hour service in the middle to honor what an amazing individual he was. His cards quoted the man directly saying, "When I go, don't stick me in a box and put me on display. Just burn me and have a party." followed by If I touched your life in some way, I hope it was in a way that made it better. Fives and everyone there made a bad time of our lives better. We are grateful.

My father passed away in his nursing home in Oakdale this week and while we were expecting it to…read morehappen, it was quite sudden at the end. So we needed to arrange for a funeral home to pick him up the same day, prepare him, bring him to the grave site and manage the process with the cemetery. The nursing home recommended Fives along with a few others which they had a good experience with. So I called around and Liana at Fives was very helpful in walking through every step and answering my questions. Their pricing was very clear and they emailed me a quote within minutes of me asking. They were reasonably priced, especially compared with funeral homes closer to the city and they offered the same range of services that met our needs. So we selected them. We drove out to see my father and collect his things, and Shawn (the owner, carrying on from his father) met us there, answered a few more questions and was very kind and professional as he moved our father out of his room. Fives was able to arrange for the burial the very next afternoon at our cemetery in Queens. So that was very efficient. Shawn met us at the cemetery office before the scheduled time and handled everything with them once he had all the relevant info from us. At the grave, Shawn accompanied us to the plot and offered a few words to get us started which was nice as we were doing the ceremony ourselves with a very small group. He also reminded us of some of the nuances of the ceremony which was helpful. So our experience with Fives was as good as you could hope for in a situation no one looks forward to. Highly recommended that you consider them. While our situation was relatively simple, but on a short timeline, based on our experience, I'm confident Fives would do a very good job with even more complex situations. And if you are reading this because you need a funeral home/director, I wish you the best.

My brother passed away on 02/15/26 I was estranged from him…read more When I learned he passed, I helped my niece with the arrangements. She lives upstate NY, I live in Nassau County. Everything took way too long to be taken care of. From the time he was brought from the ME office, to being notified that his body was picked up and the cremation was complete. I was NOT notified where to pick up his ashes. Then I was finally told, St James! It was supposed to be a funeral home in Freeport(much closer to where I live) Then I was NOT notified about the additional 4% charge for paying with my credit card. 5 death certificates were ordered. Neither my niece or myself have received any to date! This was paid in full, one month after his actual date of death on 03/15/26 Today is 04/13/26 another month has passed. No accounts can be taken care of without a death certificate! This is extremely unprofessional and I would never recommend the business to anyone

LIC Cremation Service was truly there for me during one of the hardest times in my life. As a…read morefamily-run business, they showed me real care, compassion, and dignity from start to finish. They were always available to answer my calls, listen, and offer comfort when I needed it most. They truly comforted me and made me feel supported through every step. They helped me find peace in such a painful time. The price of losing a loved on can not be measured, but LIC Cremation service offers a value any family could afford.

During one of the most difficult times in our lives, Donohue-Cecere Funeral Home and its director,…read moreLiz, provided a level of care and compassion that truly made a difference. From the very first interaction, everyone was kind, patient, and deeply understanding, guiding us through every step with professionalism and genuine empathy. The director who managed my father's funeral, Liz, was exceptional--calm, attentive, and incredibly compassionate and supportive. She made a painful process feel a little more manageable and ensured that everything was handled smoothly and with dignity. The owner and entire staff are true professionals. What sets them apart is how they treat you--not as clients, but as family. Every detail, no matter how small, was handled with care and respect. There is a reason this funeral home has such outstanding reviews. Our experience confirmed it. We are deeply grateful for their support and kindness during such a difficult time.

Very professional, knowledgeable and friendly staff. They handled everything from beginning to end…read moreand made the whole process easy and painless.

Dr. Simms has an excellent establishment. She serviced our loved one with grace and dignity. Highly…read morerecommended.

Dr. EJ Simms is the expert's expert, the professional's professional, and the veteran's veteran…read more Whether your family is need of a modest funeral, a direct cremation, or a homegoing service, Dr. Simms possesses the sensitivity and the knowledge to meet your needs. Dr. Simms is guided by her Holy Teachings in her relentless commitment to serve her community. From my family to yours, I do not hesitate to recommend her should the occasion call.

Thank you so much for making this process as wonderful and smooth as possible. We appreciate your…read moreefficiency and organization of all the details. Thank you from the Brinson Family.

Losing a loved one is one of the hardest experiences anyone can go through, but in our time of…read moregrief, Sept and Samantha at Ivy Cremation & Memorial Services of NY were a true source of comfort. From our very first conversation, they treated us not just as clients but as family. Their process is so thoughtful and compassionate, and every step was handled with such tenderness and care. They patiently answered all of our questions, no matter how many we had, and always made sure we felt heard and understood. Their warmth and guidance brought us so much reassurance at a time when we needed it most. What truly set them apart was the genuine care they showed in handling every detail. Sept and Samantha made a difficult time much more manageable, ensuring that nothing was overlooked and that our family felt supported at every step. Their professionalism, empathy, and attention to detail are unmatched. I am deeply grateful for their kindness and the dignified service they provided.

I was visiting the military part of the cemetery, they also have a civilian section and both are…read morevery well kept. They also have a GPS system to help you find the grave your looking for which was very convenient.

Pinelawn allows certain real flowers and or artificial flower arrangements. They have cans on the…read moreside of various paths allowing anyone to retrieve green vase to hold flowers. They provide clean up at the end of the month. You can check with the officer if ever in doubt!