I left a 2 star review on Nov 16th 2024 due to unsatisfaction on the grounds of not just my loved…read moreones graves but others in the CMP. I had shared photos of the graves needing attention. I have since removed those photos except one of the area where my loved ones are buried to show a before and after photo. New ownership has stepped up to the plate and started to fix the things that need fixing. I think all the graves I took photos of last year have been fixed. Last couple of years I would not have recommended this place but I do see effort now that they are trying to live by their caring motto.

I've been putting off this review for way too long, but better late than never?…read more Morbidly put, this is where both my parents lie (RIP, Dad 2010 and Mom, 2015). My parents told me once that they drove by it, and immediately decided that this was where they wanted to rest in peace. If I recall correctly, they went ahead and bought the piece of land there years in advance (5-10 years prior to?). As it goes, when their time came, we bought a plaque/slab (not sure what you call it) with both of their names on a beautiful piece of land, along with a sitting bench, titled "Lee Family" under a tree, filled with chimes...and I visit this lovely place to mourn a few times a year. Every time I visit, I hear the chimes...and it feels as if they're greeting me. :( Also, I am SO glad we decided to get the bench. I've actually brought food there to eat under the tree...and it actually felt peaceful. From my recollection (though hazy due to the trauma of both occasions), the service by their staff was really good. I guess my only reservation is that there have been a few occasions when I felt that the upkeep/maintenance could have been better. For instance, it doesn't appear that they do any sweeping or dusting of these plaques. As you may see from the most recent pic, my parents' plaque almost look brown with all the dustiness that gathered over the months. I mean, it's actually a shiny, black marbled plaque, but you'd never know it! Guess I need to bring Windex to scrub off the dirt next time? This place is a bit pricey, but overall, I guess it was worth it. Though a bit of a drive for me, it's always a nice, pleasant place to visit (despite the morbidity of it all)...and surprisingly, not spooky at all.

We had a gentleman, Mr. Paul Martin-Fernandez, come to our home to discuss what services Forest…read moreLawn East Cemetery had to offer. We were so impressed by his presentation and demeanor. The booklet he left with us was an excellent source of information that covered everything one might need to consider for future plans. Paul was an ideal representative. Not pushy, so polite and sincere. We would highly recommend not only Mr. Martin-Fernandez, but Forest Lawn East Funeral Home. Henry & Ethel Allison

Our family cannot thank A.E. Grier and Sons Funeral and Cremation enough for the outstanding care…read morethey provided during the homegoing celebration of our beloved mother, Barbara Haywood. From the very beginning, Arthur and Allen Grier treated our family with genuine compassion, professionalism, and respect. During one of the most difficult times in our lives, they handled every detail with excellence, ensuring our mother was honored with the dignity and love she deserved. Their attention to detail, kindness, and willingness to go above and beyond gave our family peace of mind and allowed us to focus on celebrating her life. It is evident that serving families is more than a profession for them--it's a calling. We are forever grateful for the care, patience, and support they showed us throughout the entire process. If you are looking for a funeral home that will treat your loved one and your family with the utmost compassion, respect, and professionalism, we wholeheartedly recommend A.E. Grier and Sons Funeral and Cremation. Thank you, Arthur and Allen, for making such a difficult time a little easier. Your kindness and dedication will never be forgotten. -- The Haywood Family

If I could give less than 1 star I would. This place got EVERYTHING wrong. My brother passed away…read moreon June 13, 2025. This funeral home was selected by his adult son. I do not know the details of the contract between them. My understanding was that my brother was to be cremated and there would be a procession driving from the funeral home to the cemetery where a U.S. Marine Corps Honor Guard was to be there to honor his remains, provide a 21 gun salute and Taps. The person driving the hearse with my brother exited the highway procession because he RAN OUT OF GAS!!!???? Half the people in the procession followed the hearse and the rest continued to the cemetery. RAN OUT OF GAS??? Really??? So, when we get to the cemetery, the administrator for the cemetery tells us the Marines are not there for the Honor Guard. WTF??? My brother retired from the Marines and requested a USMC funeral and deserved to have one. Come to find out, AE Grier never contacted the Marines to be present. The cemetery administrator there asked if I would accept an ARMY honor guard because they happened to be there for another funeral. I declined as ANY MARINE would. I too am a Marine Corps Veteran, and so is my other brother who was at the funeral. ANY Marine would have refused an ARMY send off. After we left the cemetery, we went back to the funeral home. I was very upset because like many other people at the cemetery, I was expecting my brother to have his USMC funeral because he EARNED that after 23 years in the Marines. A lot of us came from not just out of town, but from out of state for this. I CAN NEVER GET THAT MOMENT BACK THANKS TO AE GRIER AND THE INCOMPETENT HANDLING OF THIS MILITARY FUNERAL. I don't know if they refunded my nephews for the services they did NOT provide, but for me it's not about the money, it's about the memory of my brother's funeral as a big SCREW UP by AE Grier. The woman at the funeral home told me and I quote " We dropped the ball on this one." WOW!!!! Was that supposed to make me feel better???? Long story, but the point is, maybe look at other funeral homes. How would you feel with "We dropped the ball" on services for YOUR loved one? The Marines provided an Honor Guard service 2 weeks later for his sons and their mother, but No one there initially will have that memory.

During the most difficult time, the loss of our beloved Mother, Carolina Creation has treated our…read morefamily with kindness and understanding. I highly recommend Carolina Cremation to anyone going through a loss of a loved one. The process was professional yet respectful for our family. Thank you Carolina Cremation.

When the gentlemen came to take my mother after she passed I was blown away by how kind, respectful…read moreand professional they were. It was that way with everyone we interacted with at Carolina Cremation. Mr. Will personally attended to us and could not have been more patient and understanding. I was immensely pleased with their services.

Brought a family heirloom Limoge cake plate i accidently broke in several pcs. It was fixed with…read moreprecision. Not even a crack or chipped showed. Almost cried when seeing the result. I am so very grateful. And, done at a fair price!

They are AMAZING!!!! I cannot believe what they are capable of. They have repaired two pieces of…read moremy Herend porcelain that I would have never imagined could be repaired.

Heritage Funeral Home and Cremation provided truly exceptional care for our family. From the very…read morebeginning, they were compassionate, responsive, and incredibly considerate. They walked us through every step of the process with patience and respect, making a difficult time feel far more manageable. My mother was cremated, and everything was handled with dignity and professionalism. Their kindness and attention to detail did not go unnoticed. We are deeply grateful for their support and highly recommend Heritage Funeral Home and Cremation. They did a wonderful job.

They didn't have availability so we chose to go somewhere else. They were shocked we left and held…read morethe body for an extra day unrefrigerated out of pettiness. Terrible corporate owned business. Would never recommend.

Everything start to finish was a complete pleasure. Mrs. Brenda listened, understood, and then…read moreexecuted. I wanted a pretty standard item laser engraved but the engraving was very specific. We worked together an Mrs. Brenda executed with perfection and received complete satisfaction. Everything during the process was a breeze. Thank you again Mrs. Brenda for everything. It's perfect!

Owner was very helpful with my project. Her communication was great and my item was completed in a…read moretimely manner. Highly recommend!

This cemetery is the little sister to Carolina Memorial Park in Concord/Kannapolis. It is a newer…read morecemetery with all flat bronze markers. A double driveway runs down the center of the cemetery. It can be difficult to get out of cemetery if you were part of a funeral procession. The parking is scarce. The property is well maintained by the owners. The landscaping is very basic. There's not many flowers, no statuary, and not much that is visually stimulating. The cemetery sits right on the highway and is easy to find.