Having my family members pre-ordered their grave site location back in 1973, it was chosen close to…read morethe entrance off Willard Street! This made the search so much easier since we knew it was in the vicinity! Back then it was under construction and you had your choice location! NOW THAT PINE HILL CEMETERY has been expanded and upgraded for the City of Quincy! By making major upgrades this location is truly a wonderful and beautifully designed resting place for All! I'm so impressed that the City has truly done an amazing undertaking to have everyone who now visits here, a place of remembrance and beauty that the final resting place of their loved ones will be honored for generations to come! It has always been well manicured and maintained! So, excited to see what other improvements will follow! The location is perfect with its border touching THE BLUE HILLS RESERVATION! One can find wild turkeys wondering around and deer along with majestic birds of prey and other wild life! The relatives of the departed have taken great pride in maintaining the grave sites with beautiful plants, flowers and shrubs! It's truly a wonderful place to walk around and see all the headstones that are truly monumental! Location has several easy accessibility from highways to major streets! Enjoy the granite stones and pillars and curbs that makes Quincy the Capital of Granite! The expansion is on going and it will make a wonderful and beneficial addition to the City of Quincy! You definitely have to give credit to Quincy City Mayor Koch!, plus all the Cities Departments that make PINE HILL CEMETERY TO BE HONORED!

Had an aunt and a parents wake here and they both looked terrible in their caskets. They just blew…read moremy aunt's hair straight back and did the same to my father. We gave them pictures of how they looked in life but they obviously never looked at them. When I complained about the condition of my father they came back with vaseline and a comb. I'm still very upset about this several months later. They also didn't fit my father's suit jacket correctly. It was all bunched up. Never again will I go here if I can help it.

Jed and his staff were amazing through this experience. We started with Bill who walked us through…read moreall the paperwork and explained each step. We were hesitant at first because it was a Vietnamese wake and funeral. But Jed and his staff were willing to learn and accommodate us and all our needs. We called often for one thing or another and no one ever was annoyed by our calls or requests. Jed and his staff were attentive, professional, and very sensitive throughout the whole process. It is apparent that Jed and his family have been doing this for a very long time. We are grateful for the open mindedness and attention to detail we received. We look forward to working with Dolan again.

After 3 weeks of calling and speaking with three different people, leaving my info and reason for…read morecalling, being told the owner Elizabeth will be in tomorrow or she just texted she's on her way in the afternoon, wait a day, no return call, I call again and told that only one person can access the computer to look up orders, (her). I never received a call back. I had enough, I saved all call logs for three weeks to speak with owner, absolutely unprofessional behavior from such. Never in the office and/or screens calls she doesn't want to answer if in office. Over 35 years ago family stone was purchased, followed by engraving twenty years ago. Business was owned and operated by the parent, last 10 or so daughter has taken over I'm told. That would explain why there is NO business ethics that I see. By not responding to me and giving a courtesy call to explain why you would proceed with engraving on the stone after it was done six months earlier and the answer is clear, one has to prepay in full and get on the wait list for an engraving order. Order was placed by out of state family member, and Elizabeth took payment. After calling three other companies to inquire if they received order for engraving and was told no, along with them saying their engraver's call the office whenever they arrived at cemeteries and have questions. It's common sense that any reputable business would do the same when you see the job has been done. So here we have an engraver show up to the stone at cemetery and can see the deceased name is already on stone, but instead of stopping, he engraves the deceased name on the opposite side. Now we have to pay for removal. See there are no refunds in any case with this new owner. Once she gets your money, if there are ANY changes or problem you will lose it. Nobody can believe a business would do such a thing like this. Business ethics be damn, hope this helps some people during a difficult time with their decision, there are at least three other local businesses, with real customer service that can use computers, take your calls and call you back, with very reasonable estimates, who would NEVER have done something like this, also are in the office for you to reach them.

I had to arrange for an additional name to be engraved on a family headstone and it was easy to…read moreconduct business with this company: they were attentive, efficient and compassionate. Communication was never an issue. I was pleased with the services provided and would not hesitate to use them again if needed. I was glad to patronize a local, family-owned business.

It feels odd to write a review for a funeral home, but after the experience I've had, I felt…read morecompelled. My family had previously used the "other" funeral home in Dedham and had a less-than-positive experience. When our latest loss occurred, we decided to venture elsewhere. Donna, Lauren and Brian gave our family first-class, top-notch service. Most of all, they honored the member of our family the way that we wanted, and the way she would have wanted. It is the worst experience in the world to lose a family member. Folsom Funeral Services made the experience as bearable as possible. Thank you.

May Funeral Home is an old Norwood business that for years was run by the May family. Russ May had…read morea fine reputation, but like many family businesses eventually the owner passes away and the business is sold. In 2002 May Funeral Home was purchased by Folsom Funeral Home. I am writing my review for May Funeral home after it was purchased by the Folsom family. When my father passed away, we called May-Folsom to fulfill a pre-paid funeral contract that had been purchased earlier. In short, the experience could not have been better. We dealt primarily with Brian Folsom and Donna Arthur. Both were always professional, working with the family to see that the wake, memorial service and internment went off seamlessly. Like many public events, there is much work involved in the funeral process that goes on behind the scenes. May-Folsom anticipated every need, was always there during the wake, memorial service and internment, often not visible, but always there. Brian and Donna were easy to communicate with, quick to respond to my questions - in person, by email, or by phone. I could not be more pleased with the funeral services that May-Folsom provided for my family.

Mount Hope Cemetery is a hidden gem!…read more It is hidden because it's off the beaten path as far as the city of Boston is concerned. It's not really a place you seek out to visit like Forest Hills Cemetery; rather, it is a place you become acquainted with probably because you live near or pass by. Mount Hope Cemetery is tucked in between Roslindale and Mattapan, I think it actually creates part of the line between the two neighborhoods and to be honest, I'm not sure which it is "technically" located in. Together with Mount Calvary Cemetery (it's neighbor) it creates the quaint pocket neighborhood of Mount Hope-Canterbury Street that I call home. I have to say, I was a little creeped out living so close to not one, but TWO cemeteries when we first bought our house, but now, I cherish these large, open plots of peaceful greenery! The cemetery is very old, according to the city's website, it opened in 1852. It is over 125 acres which is quite large, considering the entire Boston Common is only 50! The cemetery is a mixture of open green space, with grassy fields and water features along with densely grown and developed (with stones and memorials) areas. While you might feel odd walking amongst the dead, the headstones themselves are actually quite attractive, as the majority of them are between 100 and 200 years old and there are many monument-type pieces worked in that really lend to a beautiful space. With paved drives and pathways all throughout, the cemetery makes for an excellent place to take a stroll, walk the dogs or fit in a short run. Insider tip: There is a break in the fence at two different spots - one at the very rear of the cemetery (on Mount Calvary Road) where it meets Mt. Calvary Cemetery and another towards the front, along Paine Street. If it is after hours (after 6:30-7:30 pm) and you find yourself needing access in or out of the cemetery, these breaks are a lifesaver! Although I wouldn't personally be going through in the dark...tried it once and swear I saw a huge shadow where I know there isn't anything normally. I ran out with my dog, heart racing, squealing like a little girl. This is my go-to spot for dog walks, and the park is dog-friendly (as long as they are leashed and properly cleaned up after). I also begin all of my runs here, as cutting across the cemetery allows me to easily connect to Walk Hill Street and then to Forest Hills Cemetery and/or the Arnold Arboretum without having to deal with too much cars, exhaust and traffic on American Legion Highway or Hyde Park Avenue. One thing - no trash cans anywhere. So be prepared to carry out whatever you choose to carry in. I will continue to enjoy Mt. Hope for all it has to offer, and pray that the zombie apocalypse never happens - or I'm totally screwed.

I was in Boston on vacation when I decided to go visit my great grandmother. I was bummed when I…read morediscovered that the office closed at 4pm and I had no way of finding the exact site. While I was wandering around, a maintenance worker asked if I found what I was looking for and of course I couldn't find her among the grounds. He said to go back the next day and ask for him so he can drive me directly to her. I did just that and the entire staff was so friendly and out- going! The guy from the day before, drove me to my great grandmother's site and cleaned off all the surrounding weeds and was so helpful! If I lived in Boston, I would definitely used this location. It is beautiful and very historic!! The only problems I found were the geese, but that is pretty hard to control. Also, the grass could use more maintenance like weed control.

Mount Wollaston Cemetery is a historic rural cemetery that was founded in 1855 and added to the…read moreNational Register of Historic Places in 1984. In 1854 when Hancock Cemetery in the center of the town had been filled to near capacity, a committee was formed at a town meeting to determine the site of a new burial ground. The committee chose a plot of land in the town farm, which had been donated by William Coddington and was located just west of the site of Quincy's founding spot, Mount Wollaston. The first two plots were ceremoniously purchased on May 5, 1856 by Charles Francis Adams, Sr., prominent attorney and son of the late former President of the United States, John Quincy Adams. An area known as the Veterans Section, located at the main Sea Street entrance to the cemetery, features several monuments honoring members of the military. The Civil War Monument, dedicated June 25, 1868, features a large granite monument surrounded by four period cannons. Other memorials include a Spanish-American War Memorial, World War I, World War II, Korean War and Vietnam War Memorials and statuary monuments dedicated to the city's firemen and policemen. Notable burials include several Congressmen and politicians as well as Ralph Talbot (1897-1918), first United States Marine Corps aviator to be awarded the Medal of Honor. The cemetery is in excellent condition, well mowed and maintained. It's an easy walk and there are a few shade trees throughout. [Review 15225 overall, 727 of 2021, number 1087 in Massachusetts.]

My family and I had a great experience during this very hard time for us. Alex III and Alex JR were…read moreextremely nice from the first moment that we spoke on the phone. They went out of their way to make every one of our accommodations possible. They were always available and never seemed bothered. They have a lovely children's room that is great to keep the little ones entertained. They have a very nice set up with everything you need accessible including a television in the hall way were we put a slide show. During the service they checked on us a number of times, which felt very comforting. We were very pleased with all the work that Alex, his family and workers did for us. Everyone that came to our service commented on what a nice job they did with making our family member who passed look just as beautiful as they always did. We had an excellent experience and will highly recommend to everyone.

No thanks! Marcia's become a life insurance hack. Pre-paid…read morefunerals are simply life insurance contracts, she gets a commission day 1 when you sign on the dotted line. Change your mind ? 25-30% of the cost is retained by the 'operation'. I cancled elder families mistake signing up with her as their DPOA during grieving times, she went as far as threatening me to notify Medicaid*. Not to mention the 500.00 roses extra offering. I would not buy this extra "life insurance" mis-labeled as a "pre-paid end of life services insurance" (sounds nice eh?) so as to confuse the unknowing elders signing up. https://www.insure.com/life-insurance/funeral-insurance.html So review, explore, & sleep on it. No thanks!

I will be forever grateful to Lucid Clancy Funeral Home. Jim served as the funeral director for my…read moresisters funeral and worked tirelessly to coordinate every aspect of the funeral. He clearly has very strong relationships after being in the business for years and provided excellent guidance on the entire process. After visiting other funeral homes who were unable to accommodate our viewing schedule and/or church access we found his cost to be dramatically less than others in the Weymouth area. I would highly recommend.

Jim Lucid handled services and all details for my mother's wake and funeral. He helped my family…read moreduring very difficult time when money was tight and he provided support and went above and beyond to make sure all details were addressed. Highly recommend.