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W J Lyons Jr Funeral Home

1700 Washington Avenue, Rensselaer, NY 12144

Serving families since 1928 · 98 years of service

FCQI Score: 94/100Family OwnedLicense: Active

Direct Contact

(518) 449-5684

Last Updated: August 2026

Confirmed Amenities

Online Obituaries
Grief & Aftercare Support

Facility Overview

W J Lyons Jr Funeral Home, established in 1928, is a family-owned funeral facility serving families in Rensselaer, New York and the greater Rensselaer County area. Their team also provides dedicated aftercare and grief counseling for surviving families. Based on our proprietary Care Quality Index (FCQI), evaluating licensing, sentiment, service breadth, and pricing transparency, they have earned a score of 94 out of 100.

Funeral Care Quality Index (FCQI)

94/100

Scored from licensing status, pricing transparency, service breadth, grief support, and community sentiment.

Why Families Choose W J Lyons Jr Funeral Home

  • 🏆94/100 FCQI Score — Top-rated in our registry.
  • 💚Grief Support — Dedicated aftercare and counseling services offered.
  • 🏠Family-Owned — Independent, community-focused care.
  • 📅98 Years of Service — Serving families since 1928.

Services Provided

  • Traditional Burial
  • Direct Cremation
  • Pre-Planning
  • Veteran Services