Dery Funeral Home is one of the few remaining family funeral home that genuinely cares about you…read more Having to deal with the untimely passing of a spouse is not easy and they were so comforting and sensitive to the situation. They ensured I received what I wished not what they wanted to sell. Every single staff member is professional. My parents did all their pre-planning with Derys and were extremely satisfied.

I never leave bad reviews for any local business as we are all just trying to do our best. However,…read moreI feel very dissatisfied and disappointed with the service and care I have received. I've reached out on numerous occasions asking them to just make it right. They have not been forthcoming with doing so. My father passed away in March of 2021 and I've been fighting with Dery's funeral home with obtaining a military flag in which my father is entitled to receive. To back up the night my dad passed 2 very young staff members (early 20's) came to get my fathers body. They did not greet us or give us condolences. Upon getting him out the front door they almost dropped him head first out the door and the young man had to catch him. Several days later my sister and i met with one of the funeral directors to go over the signed documents. My father had pre paid for his funerals arrangements. He was a simple man and didn't want any fuss- burn me and bury me was his modo. During that meeting the funeral director asked me if my father had any more $ as he wasn't charged "enough". I was very confused at what he asking us. I told him that no my father wasn't rich but just wanted to keep things simple. He said I will have to talk with and see what we can do but there would be additional charges. I said that this was paid for only 6 months ago and we are aware that cremation fees may change but otherwise it's a signed contract! He leaves us and goes and chats with someone and says we will honor the contract and nothing else will be charged.. My husband went a picked up the urn and paperwork at the end of March and they didn't say anything to him about receiving a flag or even explaining any of the paperwork that was being given. The day of the funeral we were suppose to have military honors and be presented a flag. Neither of those happened. My sister and I were extremely disappointed and angry. When contacting Derys about that following Monday am (they were the ones who suppose to set things up) no one had any idea as to why they didn't show. And told us that a flag was given to us the day we picked up the urn and paperwork. Which we never received at that time nor did we know that's when we were suppose to receive it. My sister called Derys in July and was given the run around that they can't speak with her because she wasn't the contact person. I called later that day and asked about the flag to which i was told we were already given one. I then explained that we were not given one during that time and the funerals I have attended they were given out at the funeral. Donna said she would order one. I called again on 8/19 and I was told that they would again order me a flag and call me when it arrived. I never received a call. I decided to call back 12/10 to check in on the status. I was given the run around AGAIN. Because we did not use their services so we aren't entitled to one now. I had told Donna on the phone that my sister and I are extremely disappointed with the service and care we have received and asked her how are you going to make this right. She told me she would order me a flag and call me when it came in. I asked her why she didn't order one in July when I originally called- to which she had no answer. So basically out of that phone call I have gotten nowhere and beside myself. To a company that should be compassionate and sympathetic to those that are grieving is not something that I received from the start. I will never use their services!

I recently had to make arrangements for my first funeral (thankfully not my own) and am so glad I…read morechose Mahar. The entire staff was nothing short of kind and supportive during this highly emotional time, and took care of everything down to the smallest detail, even making suggestions like having military honors at the funeral. We decided to have the flag presented to my grandfathers favorite nephew, as well as his namesake, and I asked that he not be told in advance. The look on my cousins face made it all worthwhile, and the memories created with the help of the staff made for a beautiful celebration of a great man. We are incredibly grateful to be allowed to mourn with dignity (and always having a box of tissues within reach)....thank you.

The Old Mahar funeral home absolutely! This clown act?! Hell no!! The service was ok. But we lost…read moreour dad August 6, John French the office manager has lied REPEATEDLY to our family that he took care of all billing to the insurance company. Just 4 days ago he once again TO MY SISTERS FACE LIED THROUGH HIS TEETH saying he took care of all the paperwork!!! It took myself calling the home office in the state of Georgia and then speaking to the district manager to actually START getting the paperwork STARTED!!! John French lied over and over to my sister saying it was all in order... when in fact TODAY after what I am sure the district manager spoke to him and funny... right away called my sister and suddenly needed her personal information to even begin getting this done!!! A grieving family should NEVER be put through this!!! EVER!!! Not only has the funeral home NOT been paid... the life insurance policies have not been processed all because of this man!!! Buyer beware!!!! This place is a joke!!!! I'm absolutely appalled!!!! They are trashing the good Mahar name and riding the glory of their name! DO NOT EVER USE THIS COMPANY!!!!!! Our loved ones deserve so much more!!! Grief is tough enough without all this grief!!! Seriously disgusted!!!!!

Thank you for hosting this service amd providing a space fpr people tp gather tp pay respects tp…read morethe family.

We were in very good hands with Chris and Emily with the planning and funeral services for my mom.read more

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.

We just got home from burying my son. Not having to ever done this before, we weren't sure who to…read moreuse. I'd been to a service at Foley's once before and it seemed nice, so I called them. From start to finish, I couldn't have asked for a better service. Sue took what little information we gave her and she wrote an absolutely beautiful obituary, like she knew him from birth. Any request we brought up, she made come true. She made the display so beautiful, making sure she captured everything my son loved. She made our worst nightmare become an easy transition, well, as easy as it could've been. Sue and the rest of her team were so pleasant from the moment we walked in to the very end at the cemetery. I couldn't thank them enough for all they did for our family. I wouldn't hesitate to use them again. Ever.

Recently used their services and appreciated their patience, professionalism and sensitivity. Very…read moregood about explaining things to us, answering my questions, and working quickly once authorization was received.

we had recently had held a service for my mother. and I have to say that we are very impressed, of…read morehow well they arranged everthing for us, making the experience easier and less stressful. Lindsey had gone above and beyond to make everything perfect. I highly recommend !

We had a very good experience working with Drozdal Funeral Home. Everything was tougher and slower…read moreduring covid times but Lindsey had everything well in hand. We had bumps that came up and she took care of them all and tried to make everything as easy and painless as possible for us. Lindsey also took care of contacting the Veterans Administration for all the necessary and related business for our family member. In a difficult time, it was nice to be treated in such considerate and thoughtful manner.

Joe and Chris are great people they help people through rough and trying times such as the passing…read moreof family members. I have known Joe for many years and consider him a good friend and a great person

From the owner: Birches-Roy Funeral Home offers both Traditional and Cremation Services as well as out of town…read moreservice. We also offer pre-need planning and assistance. Joseph Roy and his staff bring a wealth of experience and compassionate attention to your every need. They will be happy to provide you with planning assistance in our funeral home or in the comfort of your own home. Basic Services of Funeral Director and Staff The services of our staff available and ready to serve 24 hours a day 7 days a week. Registered and licensed funeral director to consult with the family and arrange the funeral or memorial service according to the family's wishes. Licensed funeral director and assistant for transfer of patient from place of death to funeral home. Obtaining the signature of the attending physician or medical examiner on the required certificate, filing same certificate with health authorities where death occurred. Procuring burial permit and filing with cemetery Obtaining certified copies of death certificate as necessary Necessary arrangements with clergy, church and cemetery. Contact and arrangements with military for military funeral if needed Composing and submitting newspaper notice Assistance in obtaining social security benefits and/or veterans benefits when eligible and securing veteran's flag when required Funeral Directors and Staff to conduct Funeral Ceremonies Licensed Funeral Directors and staff to arrange, conduct and supervise funeral ceremony memorial service