Joe and Chris are great people they help people through rough and trying times such as the passing…read moreof family members. I have known Joe for many years and consider him a good friend and a great person

From the owner: Birches-Roy Funeral Home offers both Traditional and Cremation Services as well as out of town…read moreservice. We also offer pre-need planning and assistance. Joseph Roy and his staff bring a wealth of experience and compassionate attention to your every need. They will be happy to provide you with planning assistance in our funeral home or in the comfort of your own home. Basic Services of Funeral Director and Staff The services of our staff available and ready to serve 24 hours a day 7 days a week. Registered and licensed funeral director to consult with the family and arrange the funeral or memorial service according to the family's wishes. Licensed funeral director and assistant for transfer of patient from place of death to funeral home. Obtaining the signature of the attending physician or medical examiner on the required certificate, filing same certificate with health authorities where death occurred. Procuring burial permit and filing with cemetery Obtaining certified copies of death certificate as necessary Necessary arrangements with clergy, church and cemetery. Contact and arrangements with military for military funeral if needed Composing and submitting newspaper notice Assistance in obtaining social security benefits and/or veterans benefits when eligible and securing veteran's flag when required Funeral Directors and Staff to conduct Funeral Ceremonies Licensed Funeral Directors and staff to arrange, conduct and supervise funeral ceremony memorial service

Dery Funeral Home is one of the few remaining family funeral home that genuinely cares about you…read more Having to deal with the untimely passing of a spouse is not easy and they were so comforting and sensitive to the situation. They ensured I received what I wished not what they wanted to sell. Every single staff member is professional. My parents did all their pre-planning with Derys and were extremely satisfied.

I never leave bad reviews for any local business as we are all just trying to do our best. However,…read moreI feel very dissatisfied and disappointed with the service and care I have received. I've reached out on numerous occasions asking them to just make it right. They have not been forthcoming with doing so. My father passed away in March of 2021 and I've been fighting with Dery's funeral home with obtaining a military flag in which my father is entitled to receive. To back up the night my dad passed 2 very young staff members (early 20's) came to get my fathers body. They did not greet us or give us condolences. Upon getting him out the front door they almost dropped him head first out the door and the young man had to catch him. Several days later my sister and i met with one of the funeral directors to go over the signed documents. My father had pre paid for his funerals arrangements. He was a simple man and didn't want any fuss- burn me and bury me was his modo. During that meeting the funeral director asked me if my father had any more $ as he wasn't charged "enough". I was very confused at what he asking us. I told him that no my father wasn't rich but just wanted to keep things simple. He said I will have to talk with and see what we can do but there would be additional charges. I said that this was paid for only 6 months ago and we are aware that cremation fees may change but otherwise it's a signed contract! He leaves us and goes and chats with someone and says we will honor the contract and nothing else will be charged.. My husband went a picked up the urn and paperwork at the end of March and they didn't say anything to him about receiving a flag or even explaining any of the paperwork that was being given. The day of the funeral we were suppose to have military honors and be presented a flag. Neither of those happened. My sister and I were extremely disappointed and angry. When contacting Derys about that following Monday am (they were the ones who suppose to set things up) no one had any idea as to why they didn't show. And told us that a flag was given to us the day we picked up the urn and paperwork. Which we never received at that time nor did we know that's when we were suppose to receive it. My sister called Derys in July and was given the run around that they can't speak with her because she wasn't the contact person. I called later that day and asked about the flag to which i was told we were already given one. I then explained that we were not given one during that time and the funerals I have attended they were given out at the funeral. Donna said she would order one. I called again on 8/19 and I was told that they would again order me a flag and call me when it arrived. I never received a call. I decided to call back 12/10 to check in on the status. I was given the run around AGAIN. Because we did not use their services so we aren't entitled to one now. I had told Donna on the phone that my sister and I are extremely disappointed with the service and care we have received and asked her how are you going to make this right. She told me she would order me a flag and call me when it came in. I asked her why she didn't order one in July when I originally called- to which she had no answer. So basically out of that phone call I have gotten nowhere and beside myself. To a company that should be compassionate and sympathetic to those that are grieving is not something that I received from the start. I will never use their services!

The staff at this Funeral Home are outstanding. Losing a love one is difficult and the staff made…read morethe process as painless as possible. EVERY MEMBER OF THE STAFF WAS UNDERSTANDING AND HELPFUL. If you suffer the lose of a family member I highly recommend this Funeral Home.

From the owner: Our first location opened almost 200 years ago at 2 School Street in Woodbury. In the 1960's a…read moresecond location was opened at 235 Main Street North in Southbury. We are a family owned and operated Funeral Home focused on providing our clients with the highest levels of courtesy and respect, impeccable attention to detail and fair, honest pricing for today's economy. With 4 local licensed Funeral Directors to assist families, we can quickly be there for you in your families time of need. We can assist you plan the service that is right for you and your family, whatever that may be. Feel free to contact us with any questions. 203-263-2146 or munsonlovetere@snet.net

My mom passed during Covid and Mike and everyone made this as easy and as compassionate as…read morepossible. Everyone on his team is respectful and professional, special note to Roger and son. He also facilitated everything compassionately and easily, managed everything so we as a grieving family could focus on our loved one, including a small service in his space, where we recorded the service on Zoom. This barely begins to describe how grateful we are to Ahearn

Thank you for hosting this service amd providing a space fpr people tp gather tp pay respects tp…read morethe family.

Athens Rural Cemetery was an unplanned GEM!…read more It is beside the 1826-incorporated Reformed Church of Athens. After eating a fast breakfast in Athens, like the adventurer I am - I came across this little field alongside the local Reformed Church. I highly recommend a brief stop. The entrance is magnificent in that old scrawled metal 1870 style. There are stone columns on either side with a big metal sign atop it, that reads: ATHENS RURAL CEMETERY. Inside are various sizes of stone pillars and markers. The field is plain. Looking toward the Athens city one has a glimpse through the forest of the trees and Hudson. This is not just a solemn place, but very cool for a quick family excursion. It's very big, with one large field that stretches out several blocks in size. There are fascinating ornamented pillars and Stone mausoleums on the street side and a 2nd cemetery up at the end of North Street. Review: 5

Anthony went above and beyond and was so kind when my father passed. The wake and the funeral was…read morejust as expected . He has excellent communication skills. He made my dad look wonderful.

While losing a loved one is a most difficult time, Hudson Valley Funeral Home made our tremendous…read moregrief more bearable. Throughout the whole process of making the funeral arrangements Anthony was genuine, patient, compassionate and professional. He paid attention to every detail. Anthony and his staff were attentive, they handled everything and everyone with such care, sensitivity, and respect. We could not be more thankful for the very professional and caring services they have provided.

During a stressful time, this wonderful collection of people were the most compassionate,…read morestraightforward, and effective in their service. Of all the things associated with the stress of someone you loving dying with you around, this team really made this part one of the easiest parts of this experience.

From the owner: Orange County's Oldest Funeral Home…read more Smith, Seaman & Quackenbush Funeral Homes was founded in 1835. It has remained family owned and operated continuing to honor traditions and serving all faiths. We take pride in offering the most professional, courteous and comprehensive funeral services in the Orange County area. We offer a wide range of services and products honoring all faiths and traditions. The Monroe location has 3 viewing rooms, 2 porches and adjacent rooms for children, etc. to gather. The Highland Mills location has 1 viewing room, 2 porches and adjacent room for children, etc. to gather.Over 175 Years of Honoring Traditions and All Faiths