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!

The McVeigh Funeral Home has served us directly upon the deaths of our parents. The services -…read moretraditional wakes and funerals as well as a cremation and memorial service were impeccable. David Parente and his staff were responsive, caring, professional and fully transparent. The funeral home is beautiful and our every request was fulfilled in a most professional and respectful manner. I recommend McVeigh Funeral Home without hesitation.

I highly recommend McVLeigh Funeral Home. My mother's wake was as beautiful as she was. They were…read moreso helpful in this stressful time. They did everything for our family to help us through this. If you want a funeral home that appreciates your loss and takes care of you & your family this is the place.

They took such good and respectful care of me for both of my parents' passings. Lovely lovely…read morepeople.

From the owner: Welcome to Hanson Walbridge & Shea Funeral & Cremation Services…read more We have been in business since 1884, serving Bennington, Shaftsbury and the surrounding areas ever since. We specialize in full-service funerals, pre-planning services, cremations, veteran services, and so much more. With more than 100 years of experience, Hanson Walbridge & Shea Funeral Home has been family-owned and -operated with ties in the local community ever since. We know this is a hard time for everyone, so we want to help you as much as we can. We give each client meaningful, personalized, and affordable services. Calls are taken 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Come and see us today for a free consultation.

my mother died september 14, 2019 John and James Keegan…read moreFuneral Home, picked up my mother took her gently to their funeral home with respect and dignity, they worked endlessly to make her look like her beautiful self..and let me tell.you this af first we thought it just might have to be a closed casket..but john and james keegan worked throughout the days so very hard.. and my mother looked stunning. absolutely beautiful, because of their dedication the casket was opened and we daw our mother go to the lord with beauty and dignity how do you thanks these amazing gentlemen!!! well with my prayers i offer to them love and respect and thanks. i hope when i die they ate still here to make my fubetal so amazing. i choose the magin and keegan funeral home above all others. lisa harder

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.

This Cemetery is in a lot better shape now. We visited 10/14/23 a care taker has been cutting the…read moregrass now. We drove all the way to the back. Found my Wife's Great Grandparents grave. The Head stone had fallen over. We contacted Chris White AlbanyGraveDigger.He has fixed the Headstone and Cleaned (3) family members Headstones. He was Great! Gary Prodrick

On my quest to visit Albany's various graveyards, this was definitely the most mysterious (and my…read morefirst stop). You can see the plots from the street, but it's all above a retaining wall that's a solid 15 or 20 feet high, so actually getting in was a challenge. Since the turn-off is so sharp and steep, I ended up parking next door and hiking up the hill. This graveyard is eerie! I think it mostly had to do with the very, very overgrown lawns and grasses, combined with all of the mossy, broken, and even overturned headstones. It's pretty much the epitome of the stereotypical Halloween set--the perfect place where you'd want to go ghosthunting at night (especially since there are no lights), or the perfect place you'd want to stay away from after dark if you're a chickenshit like me. The graves are old, but not as old as I expected, considering the age of Albany. Most graves are around mid-1800s through mid-1900s. I don't think I saw anything incredibly recent there. Also worth noting, this is a German Lutheran cemetery. Don't let first looks deceive you, though. From the street, I thought this was going to be a super-small cemetery, but after walking around, it's actually quite huge. And very hilly. Bring water if you're going on a hot day....