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    Albany Rural Cemetery

    4.8 (5 reviews)
    Open 8:30 am - 4:30 pm

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    Commemorative services

    Cremation urn selection

    Direct burial

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    Direct cremations

    Monument sales and customization

    Remains management

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    Dufresne & Cavanaugh Funeral Home

    Dufresne & Cavanaugh Funeral Home

    (3 reviews)

    We are incredibly grateful for the respect and dignity shown to our father and for the kindness…read moreextended to our entire family. Vincent was professional, compassionate, and caring. His thoroughness and attention to even the smallest details made an overwhelming process feel manageable. We always felt informed, supported, and reassured, knowing everything was being handled with such care. Thanks to his exceptional level of service, we were able to create a beautiful and meaningful service to honor our father's life. We highly recommend Dufresne & Cavanaugh Funeral Home to any family in need of compassionate and professional care.

    Words cannot properly express my thanks to Vince and the staff at Dufresne and Cavanaugh Funeral…read morehome for their care and attention to detail with the passing of my Father back in December. We had met with Kevin some time ago to go through the pre-planning steps and he was very clear and empathetic through the entire meeting. After Dad's passing, we were originally not going to have a wake, but after reconsidering Vince made that happen with everything taken care of. Dad's wishes were also to be buried out in Farmington N Y (rural part of Rochester) and they made the whole process so easy and seamless, transporting Dad, staying through the service and making sure the internment went well before making the long drive back to Albany. Vince and Kevin's sensitivity and compassion throughout the whole process was extraordinary and made that part of Dad's passing a little easier. I would HIGHLY recommend Vince, Kevin and the staff for any of your Funeral needs including the pre-planning process.

    Simple Choices - We offer a lovely chapel for Memorial Services following a cremation.

    Simple Choices

    (5 reviews)

    I have used the services of Simple Choices twice now over the last 7 years. Each time, Roy and his…read morestaff have been professional and compassionate. I felt at ease from first contact that my loved one (and I !) would be treated with care and respect. I appreciated the prompt response from the moment I reached out. Without hesitation, I would recommend Simple Choices for end of life arrangements.

    I'm a year late writing this review, but it was recently the first anniversary of the death in our…read morefamily and it reminded me that we intended to share our glowing review of Simple Choices but didn't get to it in the months immediately after. At the time, I called around to at least 4-6 different places in the Albany area to understand the cremation options available, at a very stressful time obviously. Roy was BY FAR the most compassionate, patient, responsive, and clear about what to expect. Seriously, you just don't want to deal with the impersonal or callous attitudes that came across in my first phone call with some of the other places that offer cremation services. There wasn't even the smallest hint of anything other than the ideal level of genuine helpfulness from Roy. On top of that the prices were extremely fair, and the environment and decor in the Simple Choices funeral home is very comforting. Looking back, it also feels good to have supported a business & team that is committed to doing the right thing for people at their worst times. They live out ALL the values stated on their website. Oh, and I should also mention just in case anyone's looking for this detail in a review - our family isn't Christian, and Roy was nothing but pure kindness and understanding on adjusting the decor in the funeral home for our small family viewing. Roy & team, from the bottom of our hearts, thank you so much for your excellence at serving us at such a difficult time. If we could leave you a 6 star review we would!

    Konicek & Collett Funeral Home LLC - Konicek & Collett Funeral Home, LLC

    Konicek & Collett Funeral Home LLC

    (3 reviews)

    When my Mother passed recently we found out she had a trust set up for her funeral, it turned into…read morea nightmare, until Jeff Collette. This was the hardest day in my life and I truly feel God put Jeff into my path. He was wonderful from start to finish. He made everything so much easier and we knew Mom would be taken care of. I truly can not thank that man enough. God bless you Jeff, this is why small business is so important, I don't think a large place would have done everything they did. My family and myself will always be thankful. Sincerely, Kellie Nardin

    Jeff and his staff are the absolute best funeral home I have ever dealt with. They offer…read morecustomized, personalized service plus all the other services other "big" funeral homes offer, but for much more affordable prices. Not only did he offer to come meet us at the hospital we were at for our first meeting (so we didn't have to leave my mother-in-law's side in order to drive to the funeral home), but he treated us like we were a member of his own family from start to finish. Jeff went out of his way to ensure that we were happy with everything for my mother-in-law's funeral, he personally ensured that my mother-in-law was in his care at all times after her passing, and even ensured he had the right person in place to do her African American hair and make up (for the viewing). He knew we were concerned about costs (since my mother in law did not have an insurance policy) and was always helping us think of options that were affordable to fit in our budget. We had his personal cell phone number so we could call him directly with any questions or concerns--and he was endlessly patient with us, even when we called him three times a day or at 2 in the morning. I have never had better service--it was truly a wonderful experience. I highly recommend Jeff and his staff at Konicek and Collett.

    W J Lyons Jr Funeral Home - North End Chapel

    W J Lyons Jr Funeral Home

    (1 review)

    The good folks at Lyons Funeral took care of everything from helping with decisions to guiding the…read morefamily through the process at the funeral mass. They also had a template to help with the obituary. The staff was friendly, compassionate, and knowledgeable. Highly recommend.

    From the owner: W.J. Lyons, Jr. Funeral Home, Inc. is a family-owned funeral home dedicated to serving our…read morecommunity with compassion, dignity, and care during life’s most difficult moments. We understand that every life is unique, and we take the time to listen, guide, and support each family in creating a meaningful tribute that truly honors their loved one. From traditional funeral services and visitations to cremation options and personalized memorials, our experienced staff is here to handle every detail with professionalism and sensitivity. We pride ourselves on clear communication, thoughtful planning, and being available when families need us most before, during, and after services. Our facilities are designed to provide a peaceful, welcoming environment where families and friends can gather, reflect, and find comfort. Whether you are planning ahead or navigating an unexpected loss, we are committed to easing the burden by offering steady guidance and genuine care at every step. At W.J. Lyons, Jr. Funeral Home, Inc., we believe our role goes beyond arrangements we are here to support, to honor, and to help families begin healing with respect and grace.

    Our Lady of Angels Cemetery

    Our Lady of Angels Cemetery

    (4 reviews)

    This graveyard is well kept, but other people should know you can't plant flower for long term, it…read morewould be impossible to keep this place nice and tidy.... My Mom and Grandparents are buried here and I come every time I'm up here, and they maintain this very well... their stone was leaning and I ask one guy could you fix it and they did, I slipped a 20 spot to him and said this means a lot to the people that have family here... A BIG SHOUT OUT to the maintenance crew that do a very good job maintaining this cemetery...

    Growing up, I was always one of those kids who was afraid of ghosts, creeped out by graveyards, and…read morethought I [literally] had skeletons in my closet at night. Mausoleums still rub me the wrong way. But, here's something that surprisingly didn't scare me: Albany's many graveyards. At first, I thought it was weird how they were squooshed between fast-food chains and went right up to the streets. Then, after thinking about it, it's OUR modern culture that doesn't necessarily have enough respect for the dead to have a more sacred place for them. Many of these cemeteries popped up before development (Albany IS almost 400 years old, anyway). So the other day, I went around looking at all the cemeteries. Out of four I visited that day, Our Lady of Angels was hands-down my favorite. Well, maybe not favorite, but definitely the most beautiful and the least creepy. While the land is flat and expansive, it's kept up beautifully, and there are some really stunning edifices in honor of the people who lie beneath, no matter how creepy that sounds. I was floored by some of the cementwork--sunbleached and clean--depicting many saints, angels, and even an enormous crucifix, complete with a colorful Jesus. This place seemed peaceful, the way a cemetery should be, despite the fact it's right off a busy road.

    Albany Rural Cemetery - funeralservices - Updated May 2026

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