We had a celebration of life for my father and mother at Konciek Collett funeral home. The care…read moreand compassion Jeffery and Daniel Collett took in caring for my family was beyond any expectation we had. They focused on every detail, from the video presentation, to prayer cards, to placement of flowers. Every detail was well thought out and gave us such peace. I highly recommend Jeffery and Daniel in your time of need.

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

We recently had them handle our Mom's wake and funeral. They guided us through the process and…read morewere very supportive and respectful. We have a family member who needs wheelchair access, which their building is perfect for. From the moment he arrived in the parking lot, they made sure he was able to participate and went out of their way to make sure he was included and comfortable, without any prompting from the family. The entire process was easy and will be a perfect memory for all of us.

Parker Brothers is the best! Under the circumstances, they went out of their way to accommodate…read moreeverything needed for my mom's services, and I am so grateful for their support. Vince and the other staff were so kind, caring, and always receptive to our requests. Their compassion and professionalism made a very difficult time a little easier for our family, and we are truly thankful for everything they did. They treated us with dignity and grace from beginning to end, and we will never forget the comfort they provided during such a painful moment in our lives.

I live in Virginia but my mother passed in Glendale. I used Simple Cremation after reading many…read morereviews while my mother was declining. I am extremely pleased with the prices and services received. There was zero pressure or suggestions to purchase anything unneeded. They prepared Mom's remains so I could travel with them. Completely kind and respectful through the entire process. Having been through this process before, this was the most straightforward and respectful funeral home I have used to date. Thank you Roy.

They were very nice to me there and I felt like they cared. They did a nice job explaining things.read more

It takes a cruel lack of compassion to DELETE a heart-felt post in tribute to a long time friend…read moreposted on BryceFuneralHome.com! $262.92 was refunded because Felthousen Florist refused to fulfill flowers sold and purchased in the morning for a 1:00 p.m. funeral service! The website tribute was deleted because the site didn't keep the $262.92 sale! There was plenty of notice, and neither business put forth effort except to suggest sending the "FUNERAL" arrangement somewhere else, another day, when it was more convenient for them, although completely inappropriate, to fulfill the commission-based sale. The funeral spray stand was ONLY appropriate to stand by the side of a wonderful friend for the funeral they were purchased for. The flu prevented attendance! Felthousen Florist, orders@cfsfuneralhomes.com, and Bryce Funeral Home (as the web site is theirs), are ruthless partners for deleting such a sensitive thing as a tribute due to a refund caused by an unfulfilled order? The Glorious Farewell Spray purchase, the tree in memory, and the sincere heartfelt farewell, deleted in one selfish vengeful sweep! Yet, anyone can post their farewell thoughts without a commissioned purchase? There is no response to this post that can correct this hurtful act. Do not re-post the tribute! Sincere thoughts are better honored than a money-driven website! The reality is...these are three $$$-motivated BUSINESSES. Even so, this tribute to the businesses won't be deleted. I pray this never happens again and the person it would hurt the most, never finds out!

This is an old school Troy funeral home where you feel very comfortable and well taken care of…read more Staff are friendly unprofessional and welcoming. During this Covid time they had hand sanitizers took names and contact information and you felt very safe as well as requiring masks. Although the viewing room is small and intimate.

St. Agnes is a very beautiful cemetery. It is incredibly large compared to other local cemeteries…read more It is also very convenient to travel through as well as visiting loved ones. I highly recommend at least to take a drive through and see the beauty for yourself!

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Having been to the FDR Library and Museum this weekend, I was still tripping for Presidents and was…read morepleased to learn that the late 21st POTUS was laid to rest here in Albany. Yes, Chester Alan Arthur (1829-1886) served as President of the United States from 1881 to 1885, taking over for the assassinated James A. Garfield. I did not know much about President Arthur other than the brief reference to him in Die Hard With a Vengeance (the school with the bomb was named after him). He achieved little notoriety as a President, though this quote says much about him: "No man ever entered the Presidency so profoundly and widely distrusted as Chester Alan Arthur, and no one ever retired ... more generally respected, alike by political friend and foe." It seems to me that he was a great leader for America. His tomb here is quite nice. You're looking for lot 8, section 34. I suggest downloading this helpful map https://albanyruralcemetery.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/Notables_Map.pdf which also points out some of the other famous residents of the cemetery. [Review 11509 overall, 1289 of 2019.]

This was my first visit to the Albany Rural Cemetery even though I have resided in the Albany area…read moreall my life. The sun was shining, the birds were chirping on this glorious day. Strange to visit a cemetery without having to gone to a funeral first. It turns out that this is resting place that is visited by a good number of visitors on any given day. Chester B. Arthur is also a resident of this cemetery. The mature trees and rickety roads all lead the way to the unique headstones and mausoleums with angels keeping watch over all those resting in peace. It's a beautiful place to visit. I am sure I'll be back for another visit.