I would not recommend Cotton Funeral Home in East Orange, NJ. My experience was disappointing due…read moreto a lack of communication and professionalism during an already difficult time. The staff did not provide important information that families may not know to ask about. When people are grieving, they rely on the funeral home to explain the process, discuss available options, and make sure nothing important is overlooked. Instead, I felt that essential information was withheld unless I specifically asked the right questions--questions that someone with no experience arranging funeral services would not even know to ask. I expected guidance, compassion, and clear communication, but unfortunately, that was not my experience. Families should be able to trust that they are being fully informed without having to guess what questions to ask. I hope the funeral home improves its communication and takes a more proactive approach to helping families during such a difficult time.

I have the HIGHEST praise for the services at Cotton Funeral Home. I have needed their services…read moretwice. First my late husband and then last week with my Mom. Their compassion and the quality of their work was AWESOME!! I highly recommend Cotton Funeral Hime.

This is such a well organized and well laid out cemetery. Everything is maintained so cleanly and…read morethe look and feel of the place is amazing.

It is my sincere pleasure to post my review of St. Gertrude's Cemetery in Colonia, New Jersey. The…read moreentire staff is genuinely compassionate, caring , understanding and knowledgeable. My husband, mother and father are entombed at St. Paul Garden Mausoleum. I had my name inscribed on the crypt, I regretted I had my maiden name, for quite a while it bothered me. I went to the office and explained I just wanted the initial of my maiden name, not my entire maiden name. Caretakers, Dave and Tony assured me they can fix my name just the way I want and the front office approved it, no problem. I feel at peace now knowing when I take my place next to my husband,Don, my mom and dad, I will be happy because it is exactly what I want on the crypt.It is huge relief to me. I got this right with the help of staff. I dont have a big enough thank you. Mostly, I want the world to know that the ones you love are in a safe and beautifully maintain cemetery. In 25 years since my mother was entombed here, it has always been a comfort to know she is protected and respected by all who are caretakers of the deceased. and now my husband, Don and Dad. They are together in a place I trust and have confidence. St. Gertrudes is a beautiful spot. There are so many others I know who have been buried here. Thank you so much from the depth of my soul. God Bless each of you, you all do the work of caring for our loved ones. Importantly, all the staff personify the word professional, they are professionals to the hilt.

It was a few months ago but finally came around to write the review, as I was still processing and…read moregrieving. From the moment we contacted this funeral home, we were treated with genuine compassion, kindness, and respect. During one of the most difficult times in our lives, the owners, a husband-and-wife team, made us feel supported every step of the way. They handled everything with professionalism, sensitivity, and excellent communication. Every detail was taken care of in a timely manner, which gave us one less thing to worry about while we were grieving, someone taken too soon. Their empathy and understanding truly stood out, and it was clear they cared about honoring our loved one with dignity. If you are looking for a funeral home that truly cares about the families they serve, I would highly recommend them. We are incredibly grateful for the care and compassion they showed my partner and I. I would highly recommend them to anyone looking for a funeral home that treats people with both professionalism and heartfelt kindness.

My family used this funeral home when my grandmother passed away recently. My grandmother had to…read moreget cremated and the process was smooth and quick from beginning to end, with no issues. Funeral home also satisfied a request we made when my family viewed my grandmother before she was cremated. I would recommend if you need to get cremations done, and have provided all your information to them.

At a time of distress/mourning one needs help in every direction which was gratefully found in…read moreRuby Memorial via Christine Cuoco, Owner/Director and her able assistant Courtney. Assistance was provided in every which way with white gloves treatment. Christine herself drove the hearse to the crematory and with her impeccable direction, my family and I are overwhelmed with gratitude. Not only do I recommend but think you'll be missing a lot if not using Ruby Memorial if that need should ever arise. Thanks again Christine and good luck with everything.

I cannot recommend Ruby Memorial strongly enough. Our family worked with Maryann Malek and her…read moreassistant, Patty. They made the most impossible time in our lives infinitely easier with exactly the right combination of skill, clear communication, compassion, and care. They were professional while also being completely human in our time of need. They catered to the needs of my sister's children with deep patience, grace, and love. I felt a wave of calm and comfort in their hands. They even helped us set up the room for her funeral and brought it to life with their own special touches and wealth of experience. Maryann held me every step of the way trying to coordinate things while I was in terrible pain. She is every good thing and your family will find itself in the most capable hands with Ruby Memorial. Every single person we interacted with there was truly exceptional. I will always think of them as a bright spot in an otherwise incredibly dark moment.

The passing of my mother came with unbelievable grief but Whiteley Funeral Home made the experience…read moreless painful by making the entire funeral process seamless thanks to expertise of Steve & Whiteley Funeral Home. We were able to honor my mother by personalizing viewing. The funeral home does not have the "typical" funeral home feel instead it felt like a warm inviting home which was the perfect setting for my mother's funeral viewing. Ashley was our greeter at the door & she was courteous and helpful. Overall a very sad experience became beautiful in honor of my mom thanks to Steve & Whitely Funeral Home.

Wonderful experience again! Mark, Frank, & Debbie were so attentive and considerate of our needs…read more Very thoughtful, respectful and kind, they provided us with the perfect memorial and internment for our loved ones. Highly recommend.

Having lost my best friend to cancer last year, the funeral home was great to work with. Extremely…read morerespectful and answered every question. The home itself is brighter than most with a classic yet modern style. The funeral director and staff were incredible.

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.]

Our family would like to extend their sincerest gratitude toward Flynn Funeral Home for being very…read moreaccommodating and understanding during this most difficult time with the Coronavirus restrictions. They were able to arrange that my father receive Military Honors, including American flags mounted on the front fenders of the hearse and ceremony at the gravesite, including two soldiers with the flag ceremony, one who played Taps. This was no small feat as the burial was in Pennsylvania! In addition, they were able to piece together the video clips from the service and have it as part of the Obituary page. We cannot give enough praise to Flynn & Son Funeral Homes, especially to Brendan Flynn.

We used Flynn & Son when my Father passed in April 2019. They went above & beyond to help us with…read morea beautiful funeral service with expert advice and services from the staff and Funeral Director Jerry. I cannot say enough good things about the compassion and fine services we received. I highly recommend Flynn & Son, their services made a very difficult time much easier for myself & my family.