Pinelawn Memorial Park and Arboretum, Farmingdale NY

My wife and I sought out a burial plot for ourselves and our daughter. We worked with Michael Jenkins, who addressed all our needs and provided us with comfort in knowing we were making the best choices. Michael is an outstanding salesman who knows every detail of the business and he makes you feel comfortable in making such a serious decision for your life.

I gotta say ive had 3 issues with the place. But watever it was they fixed it right away so i would like to thank pinelawn and everyone who helped me there

My mom purchased a plot in 2007 and I wanted to visit where she would be buried once she passes away. She still lives in Queens, NY but not her grown-up children. I drove from NJ which took me about an hour and 30 min on Saturday morning. I was a bit confused because there was a cemetery for veterans (National Cemetary) and I got lost. I bumped into a few staff members and finally got to the office of the Pinelawn Memorial Park Arboretum located at 2030 Wellwood Ave. Was able to verify the burial Section, Block, & Range (sort of exact plot location). I'm glad that I made a visit and would like to thank the staff members in the office as well as outside working.

What a peaceful and beautifully maintained grounds this area was to visit. I went to see the gravesites of three (3) relatives and I was stunned at the serene feel and fragrant pine aroma that filled the air. I'm sold!

Thank you Kristyn and Joseph for leading a lovely fall foliage tour! I was in awe of the beauty and tranquility that surrounded us. My favorite part of the tour was when we saw a family having a picnic and Kristyn stated, "That's what Pinelawn is about. "

I also love the beautiful photos captured by Justine with the foliage as our backdrop!

Pinelawn is the best resting place for my Mother. I didn't feel that I placed my Mother in a cemetery. I feel my Mother resting in a beautiful garden. I am very thankful to everyone in Pinelawn.

The cemetery is beautiful and well-kept. However, the grave workers were extremely inconsiderate during my fiancé's mother's burial on Friday, 9/2. First, they threw the flowers on the ground when removing them from the hearse then showed up in the middle of the service as if to rush us. They were asked for privacy and did leave but came back again a short while later as if they couldn't wait to for the service to be done. They didn't even ask whether we wanted to be present when the casket was lowered. As soon as the music stopped playing, they tossed the flowers aside in a heap and got to it. We're upset over how this was handled. I understand that there were a lot of burials that day but each and every one of them deserved to be done with respect and dignity.

My words can't express the depth of the love and care that Pinelawn Memorial's staff put into every one of their family events. They simply go above and beyond! The dedication and devotion by Kristyn Hovanec and and the team shines brightly. I've now attended their Grief workshop, the Lantern Ceremony and the Candlelight Vigil. The love and care that they share with thousands of family's exceeds anything I've seen before. Thank you for doing what you do! Serving and caring for others is the reason we are all here and they are surely making a difference in the world. -Susan Capurso

The white haired man at the front desk treated me as though I was bothering him because I asked for the paper maps. Then he proceeded to complain because he had to do his job. I traveled from the west coast to visit the Graves of my loved ones. I should not be disparaged. My family has used this location for years. His attitude was totally unacceptable.

I have already three times requested to send me the Booklet but it was never sent to me. Instead someone called just to talk to me.

Terrible place to work. I was brought in and fired without a definite reason. I came in and worked hard to make it just to be let go. I paid into a union that didn't exist. Usually when in a union you can't be let go that easily. No training. Supervisors write you up for anything. It's a toxic environment. I would have panic attacks knowing I had to work the next day. Short breaks. And it's ridiculous you need a doctor's note for a simple call out when anywhere else you wouldn't need one unless you missed three days or more. Usually when you're fired there's a definite reason. I wasn't written up, I didn't get in trouble and my reviews were good. Very unprofessional. I will not recommend this place to any family or friends.

After searching around we picked Pinelawn to bury my wife. She passed away two months ago from cancer and I go to see her every week. There is a small tree that overhangs her grave where I sit and think about our life. It's so very peaceful and lush. It's a great place to pay respects to your loved one.

I accompanied my husband as he tried to find two family graves he had not visited in decades. The grounds were beautiful and well kept. A gentleman and young lady in the office were helpful. The GPS app actually helped us find the general areas. Unbeknownst to us, we were only a few feet from the first grave. It was quite hot and we were getting confused walking about. Several kind, male employees in the cemetery stopped to render aid. They ultimately helped us locate both graves. That paper map sure came in handy.

I am disappointed. Throughout my life, I have been to 100’s of funerals at Pinelawn. I have many family members buried there. This past weekend we laid my mother-in-law to rest.

First, the service was rushed and I’m not yet sure why. Not sure if it was the funeral home, or the cemetery.

Second, we asked for them to wait to lower the casket because I didn’t want my wife present. My wife didn’t even get a chance to say goodbye to her family or to mourn her mother at the end of the service.

Finally, I had to get her out of there as fast as possible so she didn’t witness that because within 5 minutes of the service ending they came back and removed everything and began lowering her remains.

Seriously, you couldn’t wait until we all left? That is ridiculous. For the money spent, you would think some respect and compassion could have been afforded.

I am here almost daily for the last 18 months, a place I'd prefer not to be but my last connection to a life that never came. Nonetheless, everything about Pinelawn speaks of peace and comfort. Deb enjoyed flowers, particularly at this time of year as spring bloom is upon us, in life and I've resigned to ensure flowers are ever present, I personally care for our spot, the staff has always been respectful in aloewingme this priveledge, as such do my best to refresh the flowers frequently. Nonetheless, in the last few months increasingly some of the staff, presumably new hires, has been less than considerate, and elect to remove perfectly good flowers, and that's not that the issue, the issues lies in the lack of care when they do so, they remove what they deem as old and throw some of the others about, see attached photos. Despite this disrespectful lack of consideration, I am hopeful that someone takes notice and inform the staff how this is viewed by those like myself, it as simple as picking up something one drops.

I'm very disappointed with most of the service there. At first we, me and my 88 year old mother, were greeted nicely with a gentleman holding the door for us, by the third time we were entering, he just looked. Then we felt rushed, and after I told Branden to slow down, he did. Yet. Th BIGGEST DISAPPOINTMENT is the restrooms. They have ONLY 3 Porta potties, as they refer to as restroom trailers. These "restroom trailers" still have a problem flushing ALL the waste. I complained to Camille who assured us when we came to bury my brother, we would have access to more Porta potties. They were locked, yet the original Porta potties were open, YET FULL OF WASTE.

I had a very stressful situation at Pinelawn Cementary since September 2021. However, Brian Groblewski (Vice- President) help me rectify the problem.
I am pleased with the outcome.
Kudos to you Brian!

It beautifully well kept cemetery. Several family members are buried there. From my parents, to cousins, to my father in law, and friends.
Whether it's being buried in the ground or in the wall. The cemetery is in perfect condition and the staff is remarkable.

I recently attended the 2021 fall candlelight vigil at Pinelawn. It was beautiful ceremony. Thank you Kristen and the staff who put this together. The music and when the pastor spoke was beautiful. It is wonderful how you honor the deceased and families.

I brought my Girl Scout troop to Pinelawn Memorial Park for one of their functions and it was amazing. It beyond exceeded my expectations and my troop had an amazing time. We learned so much about bees and the environment around them. The staff was truly personable and they were so sweet to all of our girls. We did go during Covid and we felt completely safe the entire time. The grounds are beautiful and the events they host are awesome. I highly recommend. Follow them on Facebook and Instagram for updates and pictures!