It feel a little strange writing a review for a Funeral Home but here goes…read more Sadly I had to use Colliers Funeral Service for my husband. Stephen Collier was the person who helped me with all the arrangements. It was a very black time but Stephen guided me through the process and we ended up with a funeral which I am sure my husband would have loved. Most likely looking down and laughing at me now! However they were great.

Michael went above and beyond in his efforts to complete my mum's memorial stone…read more I live in England and communications were either by phone or email. Michael was very quick to reply. The service I received was excellent. He ensured everything was just perfect. I would highly recommend Michael at Harrison Burnell.

Harrison Burnell did an amazing job on 2 graves for us. One which was over 120 years old looks like…read morenew and the second one for my dad.. Great workmanship, great value well done lads

Review of MOUNT JEROME: Dublin's Victorian Cemetery. By Maurice Curtis…read more 30 March 2026 Reviewed by Ben O'Reilly, Film and Book Critic Maurice Curtis, the well-known Historian and writer, has turned his meticulously researched attention to uncover the vast secrets and stories surrounding those buried in Mount Jerome Cemetery, Harold's Cross, Dublin. This particular offering is a veritable "who's who" of the famous and not-so-famous, that are buried in Mount Jerome. Many of the names are familiar as they relate to the names of thoroughfares in the local area and in Dublin generally. The book, adorned with photographs of the many Victorian memorials, tombs, vaults and crypts, is a veritable treasure-trove of information on the history and lives of those within, complete with many anecdotal tales. For example; at the tomb of the Gresham family vault is a space for a bell - which is no longer there - which Mrs Gresham insisted on, in case she woke up! The cable from the bell is still there leading into the chamber area. Just some of the names which piqued my interest, included: Members of Michael Collins' "The Squad" (AKA The Twelve Apostles), Thomas Davis (founding editor of The Nation), Sheridan Le Fanu (writer of gothic, horror and mystery stories), Bram Stoker's mother and brother. Leo Burdock (of the famous chipper family), the Guinness family, James Pearse (father of Patrick Pearse), Lady Jane Wilde (mother of Oscar - who wrote under Esperanza. J. M. Synge, J. B. Yeats George Russel (AE). Audrey Hepburn's father is also buried there as is Maeve Binchy, The Pollock family may be unknown to many - including me - but they hold the distinction of having the very first burial held in Mount Jerome in 1836, as their new-born twins were interred within. Some of the tombs stand out from others, and one in particular is the Cusack family vault, which resembles a miniature Greek temple. The book - which lists all those famous and infamous - has an alphabetical index, for anyone seeking out information on a particular individual. I will be allowing plenty of time during my next visit to Mount Jerome, as I take a stroll along its many by-ways with a renewed interest in those entombed within. The book is available in ALAN HANNA'S BOOKSHOP in Rathmines and the Village Bookshop in Terenure or from AMAZON. It retails at 24.95 Euro and is in hardback. Ben OReilly

Hmmm, how do you review a cemetery and crematorium. OK, here goes…read more As a cemetery, the older part of the graveyard is fascinating with the old and weathered headstones. There are some truly beautiful tombs and headstones. It's worth a wander through if this interests you. I've been here for two services in the crematorium. To be honest my first visit was a shock to the system when all I had been used to was the usual Irish church funeral. But cremation is becoming more and more popular (erm, is that even the right word for it?), so I imagine I will need to go back some time in the future. The interior is church like, but less showy in terms of decor (if memory serves). The curtain was the most striking part of it all, when it closed as the chosen music was played. The cafe was pleasant when I had to wait some time the second service to begin. Basic, but provided a nice cup of tea and biscuits which can be purchased from the pleasant staff. Basic but clean facilities here also, should nature call.

There was a gaggle of French tourists that just appeared out of nowhere when they saw my…read morephotographing this place. Us humans are indeed descended from sheep. It was fitting that they were French tourists as their country men are buried behind the gates, about 200 plus of them. The Huguenots fled religious persecution from around the 17th century. They came to Ireland to escape death. They brought their skills of textiles, watchmaking and finance which added to the Dublin community. You cannot enter the cemetery but you can easily see the headstones through the railings, it's unique to have a graveyard near Anglo Irish Bank but quite apt at the same time.

I like to walk while I think. Often while working out some issue or trying to come up with an idea…read morein work I will take to the streets and my feet often lead me here. Although I would love to sit inside among the trees there is something calming about this serene and largely untouched spot. Peering through the gates of this perpetually locked graveyard you will see a stone plaque with the names of all the families buried here. So who were the Huguenots ?? The short answer is they were French Protestants who came to Ireland as refugees. In 1685 King Louis of France expelled all of the Protestant clergy and told all Protestants that they could either convert to Catholicism or leave France. A large number of them left and traveled to all parts of the world. As they were generally speaking well education and professionals they were welcomed in most places they went especially Ireland where about 5,000 settled. They had a big impact in Ireland and many became very successful like the La Touch family who set up bank of Ireland and the ancestors of Samuel Beckett. There are a number of these little graveyards around the country and all look quite similar to this little one which dates from 1693. I love that the city has developed up around it and it seems to have stayed untouched.