[886] 4-2-2019…read more This funeral home is located on a busy but easy accessible street in Totowa. Plenty of parking in back and the side lot. The staff is very friendly. They guided me on where to go and park during the funeral ceremony My friend had her dad's service here and she was very impressed with the staff and help provided. She is not on yelp but wanted to make sure you knew that the staff was great when she made all the arrangements. Definitely a place I would recommend if needed.

Recently used Festa for the passing of my learning disabled cousin. I did this remotely as I live…read morein Washington, D.C. They took care of everything fabulously! At first I wanted him cremated then changed my mind last minute. No problem they took care of it immediately. When I went up for the burial, Charlie, the representative, was wonderful! Very caring and said some prayers at the gravesite because I had elected not to have a priest. I see some bad reviews here but in my experience I would not hesitate to use them. They were very caring and very responsive to my needs. The reason I used them was one of my cousins caregivers recommended them. She has been a hospice care giver for 20 plus years so I figured her recommendation was solid. It was!

Hopefully this review helps at a time of need... Over a year…read moreago. My grandmother passed and we I have to say, that the care received here was top notch. Plenty of parking, beautiful service, she looked like she was asleep etc. We were so happy to have worked with them. I had gifts received that day and theu were able to move the flowers, food etc into a separate room. I am so grateful for angels that exist such as the owners and workers of the place. Italian, sicilian friendly . Cemetary down the way.

Communication horrible and then threaten bc of emergency that would not be able to bury my loved…read moreone??? CEMENTARY SAID THATS RIDICULOUS.

Grandfather was buried here in 2007. Two things stand out that make me not even want to give them…read moretwo stars: -They took on a very circuitous route (local roads) when we could have taken the highway and been there in 15 minutes for the actual burial. Due to this, half of our funeral procession got lost and didn't even go to the burial and straight to the reception after. This is not reason #1 of #2 why I was annoyed, though. -At the actual funeral, they had the nerve to approach my father (whose father we were burying) with a bill. Beyond unacceptable. We had been going to this funeral home for years apparently, but that alone is enough for me to ever want to go there again. They also turned the lights out on us when we were outside talking after the wake was over the night before, which was very childish too. Could have just came out and told us it was time to leave. We were paying them thousands of dollars for a nice setup, and that is the treatment we got? Obnoxious.

fast and professional service. cant recommend this place more after dealing with a few other…read morefuneral homes this decade. Erika is super friendly and communicates progress frequently. Youre never left hanging or having to pull teeth for answers or updates.

The staff at VanderPlaat were low key and extremely attentive. Since my mom has Alzheimer it was…read moreonly my siblings and me involved. The cost's involved were reasonable. But the way we where handled is best summed up by gentle courtesy. Our Funeral director "Gary" was extremely efficient without rushing us along. He had answers to our questions and his questions help elicit thoughtful responses from us. He kinda knew what we needed to ask and if we didn't he would lead us into that area. Although he was dealing with a very serious matter he never let us get so far off topic as to drag out the important work that needed to be done. The actual viewing was exactly as described. NOTHING was a problem, the staff was always visible and available but not in the way. Really you could do no better. A death in the family really is the worst, but i can heartily recomend Vander Plaat in your time of need

Their Mausoleums are beautiful but their service timeframes are not so great. If you buy a…read moreMausoleum with writing or add-one they take 4 months to do. Sucks waiting that long while grieving your loved one.

Hello, the previous reviews are incorrect regarding the visiting hours…read more Cemetery and Mausoleum Visiting hours is EVERYDAY from 8am-5pm The office has different hours. The office staff is there Monday - Friday from 9am -4:30pm and Saturday 9am - 2:30pm. They also have a person on call after hours.

Feeney Funeral Home performed such a beautiful service for a dear friend of mine. They paid such…read moreclose attention to every detail and turned such an upsetting time for all of us into a moment that we can remember fondly. It was a true celebration of her life. I loved the special flip card keepsake with all of her photos. Very unique just like her.

Feeney's made the worst days of my life more than bearable. I couldn't imagine anyone doing a…read morebetter job than they did, and I now know why they came so highly recommended. My mother passed away suddenly a couple of weeks ago. Myself, my sister, nor my father never had the misfortune of having to make funeral arrangements before. On top of being emotional, we felt helpless and confused; thankfully Feeney's made the process as painless and easy as possible for us. We met with Dave, the director, and were given simple worksheets to help us brainstorm how we wanted to memorialize my mother. He talked us through several options, helped us write her obituary for "The Record," and aided us in solidifying all our plans. When it came time for the wake, I could not believe how much Feeney's went above and beyond for us. We never spoke of any extras, so I was not expecting more than a simple prayer card and sign in book. In addition to that, they also provided a large signature board, a blown up photo of my mother fit for hanging on the wall, a large photo collage display, a brochure full of pictures and a mind-blowing origami style card that folded 4 times over revealing different photos, as well as the poem we chose for the prayer card. This card was a beautiful, wonderfully unexpected touch. Throughout both the ceremonies the staff were so courteous, always asking us how everything was and if we needed anything. Everyone was extremely helpful. The day after the wake, we decided to have a short celebration of my mother's life. It began with a very touching and well put together montage of photos converted into a DVD which we were able to keep. Norma, the celebrist (non-religious) speaker, did a great job with the eulogy from the simple timeline that we emailed her - she even stopped to play one of my mom's favorite songs. Losing a loved one is an extremely emotional and trying experience, and Feeney's not only made the process as easy as possible for us, but went the extra mile to make sure our last memories were beautiful and pleasant. I never thought I'd be writing a review for a funeral home, but this one made such an impact on me that I want to publicly praise it. I hold Feeney's in high regard and absolutely reccommend their services.

We are so incredibly grateful to Gaita Memorial Home for the kindness, patience, and support they…read moreprovided during such a difficult time for our family. Santiago and Jodi were truly amazing, walking us through every step with professionalism and genuine compassion. They were always patient and understanding, which is exactly what we needed as we said goodbye to our beloved Papá. Thanks to their guidance and care, we were able to honor him in the grand and respectful way he deserved. The service was beautiful and everything was handled with such dignity. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts. 10/10 service, we couldn't have asked for more.

DO NOT USE FOR FUNERAL SERVICE. The Funeral Director is the least compassionate man I have ever…read moremet. Made rude comments through out the funeral I was shoo'd away from my own grandmothers casket and when we asked if the other grand kids could lay a rose for her, he muttered under his breath and was rude to my entire family. When I battled what he had said he lashed back at me. This man is a disgrace and should not be in this business.

This is the place. I have had the experience of helping to bring 3 close family members to their…read morefinal rest in the past 6 years. Heads and shoulders above and beyond is the experience this funeral home, Bizub Quinlan in Clifton (Van Houten), provided. We are so grateful for Wayne and the rest of the staff. Here are some words which describe our recent experience: respectful, professional, kind, warm, humble, caring, sincere, the ability to connect, and all with absolutely comprehensive service provision.....from making a revolving photo gallery available during the viewing to inviting guests to the repast. They took great care of my family and although it was a sad occasion, their detailed and thoughtful work eased our collective burden. Seriously, look no further than this funeral home for your needs. Thank you so very much.

I cannot express enough gratitude for the outstanding service provided by Bizub Quinlan Funeral…read moreHome, especially Wayne, who went above and beyond to guide us through such a difficult time. Everybody there were really thoughtful and caring, Tim and Ed, we did feel comfortable talking to them and leaving our dad funeral in their hands. Five stars service for sure!

Very professional and sensitive staff. They are very accommodating and pay close attention to…read moredetail. I highly recommend the team here. They are very experienced and have a respectful attitude towards the families they serve.

We used them for my moms funeral and Jennifer could not be more helpful, compassionate. We were…read morepleased with the complete service. It is and was a tough time that was handled professionally. Thank you Jennifer

Hard on the edge of the gritty city of Paterson, established along the banks of the deceptively…read morebeautiful (and polluted) Passaic River, Holy Sepulchre has been the final resting place for Paterson-area Roman Catholics since the 1840s. One picturesque entrance gate is on the Passaic River side off of Totowa Avenue. At the other end of the cemetery, one can enter through the more pedestrian gates off of Union Ave. Among the notable...or "famous"... people buried here are boxing manager Lou Duva (my oldest friend's father was friendly with him); John Phillip Holland, considered the "father" of the modern submarine; Mychal Judge, the priest who served as chaplain to the NYC Fire Department and was the first certified fatality of the September 11 terrorist attacks; Dave Prater of Sam and Dave musical fame; and labor activist Matthew Maguire. I grew up in the general area, and back in the day, spent a fair amount of time here. Sometimes, with friends, we'd get ice cream at the nearby Gelotti Ice Cream store, and consume our purchases in the tranquility of the cemetery. Or I'd park off to the side when I was in college and study. Or I'd walk along the crowded rows of tombstones, fascinated by the sense of history that permeated the place, a history that reached back to the days before my great grandparents fled the famine of Ireland or the militaristic tyranny of Germany. (Although, as far as I know, I don't have any relatives buried here.) In many ways, it's a utilitarian, semi-urban cemetery, and contains not much in the way of beauty necessarily (although, to quote Shakespeare: ":Beauty is in the eye of the beholder."). The graves run along in densely packed rows, with the occasional mausoleum breaking up the "monotony." The roadways and paths are pretty narrow, and if the cemetery is crowded, you'll find it necessary to be watchful and pay particular attention to where you drive and/or park. (I should mention that there are occasional spots of awe-inspiring loveliness throughout-- for instance, the "main road" that stretches from the gates on Totowa Ave. to the gates on the other end by Union Ave. is impressively lined with age-old trees, and in the fall, when the leaves turn a blazing orange/red, the view is breathtaking. I've always been fascinated by Paterson-area tombstones that have the enameled portraits of long-dead Italian and Syrian immigrants affixed to them. Stern-faced Patriarchs with handle-bar mustaches; robust grandmothers smiling kindly from a decades-gone past; sad, doomed children in Confirmation dresses and suits, tragically short-lived infants. Not to disparage the more "famous" residents of this (or any) cemetery, but this is the "real" history of Paterson, or NJ, or anywhere in America. And I actually (inadvertently) encountered some of my own history while walking here. A childhood friend is buried here. We lost touch when I moved out of the area in my teens, but I heard that he was killed in a car accident while still a teenager (I've heard that the other driver was drunk). Walking along the rows at random, I came across his impressive tombstone. He died a long time ago, but his grave is adorned with football mementos and prized toys. Obviously, he is still loved, and remembered, and mourned. I also stumbled across the grave of an older girl who lived in my neighborhood, and who also died as a teenager in a car accident (I remember that I used to have an enormous childhood "crush" on her). Also buried here among the "famous" and the ordinary is at least one person who perhaps qualifies as "infamous"-- Angela Atwood nee DeAngelis, a member of the SLA terrorist group that kidnapped Patty Hearst in 1974. She died a few months later in a fiery shootout with LA police, along with several members of her fanatical group. The stone with the family name on it is fairly large, but you'll have to look hard for her name on it. (Her name is listed unobtrusively on the stone as "Angel 1949-1974." My oldest friend's father knew her father, who was involved with the Teamsters.) There's a tranquility, a serenity, about the cemetery that is its own form of beauty. If you're interested in history (be it personal or non-personal), as I am, or the Holy Reverence of a Roman Catholic burial ground, or you're the relative/friend of someone interred here, and you wish to mourn and remember in an atmosphere of peaceful, reflective contemplation... ...Holy Sepulchre is the cemetery that can accommodate all.

I have been having trouble with the gatekeeper since my father passed in 2021. I work and then I…read morerush there to visit for a few minutes because they close at 5pm. Well, they start kicking you out around 4:50 pm. Recently I lost my Mom and I was visiting her on her first birthday in Heaven. It was a very emotional experience for myself and my 2 children who were there with me. The gatekeeper starts beeping his horn uncontrollably at 4:50pm. When he didn't get a response, he then gets out of his car, tramples all over the graves, puts his foot on a gravestone and yells at myself and my children that they are closing now and I need to leave. I didn't realize that the horn was for me. I was there paying my respect to my Mom. I told him it wasn't 5pm yet. We went back and forth. It was then 4:59 pm. We started heading to our car. The gatekeeper went to his, sped backwards and made a 3 point turn. Proceeded to the gate and locked us in. Then he left. I had to call the cops to come and get us out. Needless to say I filed a police report and I will also be filing a complaint with the court. We were stuck in the cemetery for a half hour. I also have it all on video when he started yelling at myself and my kids before 5pm. How disrespectful!! I wish my parents were never buried there!! Please reconsider going there. There are much better places. You want to be welcomed when visiting loved ones. This is NOT the place!!! BEWARE!!!!