I just went to Fairview to see my father that is burried there with my little brother and sister and we are told that due to the spectators we are not allowed in. I find it horrible that we are turned away from seeing loved ones burried there because of a celebrity that is not even burried there yet.

My husband past awayed on December 22 and I have gone everyday. Being told today that I can't come in by the police cause of spectaors is discusting. People shoud be allowed to see there loved ones. We should have been notifed by Fairview I went in twice asking if they were closing at all for this I was told no.

Well u all have great point .but it not Whitney or family started this .it not there fault .it only because she is very known of being 1 of best sweet singer .and not forgetting she is celbrity .so no one should be harsh about it .you all deserve to see your love ones.but fairview should make better accomdation to assist all who have love one there.Whitney is special just like your love ones .so please she is not to be blame she just much more know because of her music and being great person .

I went to Fairview to visit my uncles grave site and go for a short walk in the cemetery on Friday. There were cars everywhere, coming in from both entrances. Some families were letting their children out of the cars to comb certain areas to look for the grave site. The parents were yelling to their kids across the cemetery, and the kids back to their parents. All the while, some people were trying to visit grave sites. Many people started to look at the deer, and Fairview is their home. The deer were frantically running out of fear, only to run into more people on the other side. I aborted my idea of walking, and tried to leave, but cars were blocking all the roads. Some people had parked in the middle of a lane that was meant for 2 cars to pass and left their cars running to look for the grave site. It was total mayhem! And an awful display of disrespect for the cemetery. As I found one lane that had no cars blocking it, I headed for the front entrance. I was quickly followed by two mercedes and a land rover. They seemed to want to follow me to see if I knew where the site was. Then they gave up as they realized I was exiting the cemetery.
I feel sorry for the people who were there to visit graves of friends and loved ones. And also for the deer, who were very upset. As I left, I said to myself, "I hope they close this cemetery soon." I'm just one person, but closing the cemetery will preserve dignity and respect for the people who are buried there.

A funeral IS for family,, why would you think you have a right to be there,, Whitney Houston may have been a celebrity but she was a human being with a grieving family and their wishes take presidence of yours,, it's terrible how fans always want to turn everything into a circus,, such shame,, My Mom and Dad are buried in Fairview and I know I can go anyday to see them so not being able to go on Sat or sun is not life changing,, The police and the town official really don't have much choice about blocking off roads and closing access to the cemetery with fans thinking it's their RIGHT to be there,, Chaos is not something one wants at the burial of a loved one,, Monday it will all be forgotten ,, it's one day out of the year,, Seems very sad that compassion seems to be another important word that's losing it's hold on society,, just like the word respect

Anyone who claims they are a true fan of Whitney Houston's should stay home and let her family have some peace. Think of her 18 year old daughter, who apparently has had a rather turbulent life with her parents' lifestyle and now has to deal with her mother's death, and stay away out of respect. That's what a true fan would do. For those "fans" who seem to think that they've been "left out in the cold" -- you are not Houston's family or personal friend. A fan's way of showing admiration and respect is purchasing a concert ticket, applauding for a performance well-done and purchasing CDs or books. Think of your own families: would you want a media circus and strangers at what should be a private time?

Well said LB,, it's sad that more people don't think that way,, it appears it's a me me me society we find ourselves with,, really too sad

Thanks, Jo Anne.

I just got back from my Sunday jog which traverses Broad Street. Total circus around the cemetary. Hundreds of gawkers, and media to egg them on. Scores of state and local police. All because people prefer to live vicariously than in the real world. A very sad commentary on society.

I am a Westfield resident, and I am avoiding going to that area today. I haven't been over there and assume it will be crazy with media and fans, and curious Westfield residents lining the streets. If I had a relative buried there, it would not bother me at all to visit on a different day, once the hoopla was over -- and within HOURS it will be. The only sad thing for the families who have loved ones there -- in the short term I think -- is that fans may trek there to try to locate Whitney's grave site. Hopefully it will remain a peaceful place for the families -- including Whitney's family -- to pay respect to loved ones who have passed on. I love walking through the cemetary in the spring when the trees are in bloom. Such a pretty place. Let's hope all who visit respect it and the people who have loved ones there.