Losing my mother was one of the hardest experiences of my life, but Diablo Valley Cremation and…read moreFuneral Services made a difficult time much more manageable. From the very beginning, their team treated us with compassion, respect, and professionalism. Rose was especially wonderful--kind, patient, and incredibly helpful throughout the entire process. She guided me through every step with care and understanding, making sure I felt supported and never overwhelmed. The drivers who came to my home were equally professional and respectful. They handled everything with such dignity and sensitivity that it truly lifted a huge burden off my shoulders. Because of their care, I was able to focus on grieving and healing rather than worrying about the logistics. I am deeply grateful for the kindness and support I received, and I highly recommend Diablo Valley Cremation and Funeral Services to anyone in need of these services. They truly go above and beyond during life's most difficult moments.

Diablo Valley was there to help me and my son at the darkest time of our life. They were…read moreprofessional and caring, and explained everything in a simple understandable way. They made us comfortable and allowed us th share information about our loved one, through our tears. They cared, they listened, they paused paperwork at times, and we completed everything with ease. Casey was "Amazing", and truly seemed to care. She made follow-up calls to ensure we were OK, and said not to hesitate to call for questions or support. They made us so comfortable that it felt like family. Thank you Diablo Valley

On August 4th, my family suffered the devastating loss of my brother and trusted Diablo Valley…read moreFuneral Home to prepare him with dignity and respect. Instead, we were met with shocking negligence. The embalming was done incorrectly, and at his funeral there were flies on his body and a foul odor so strong that even masks couldn't block it. Guests were visibly uncomfortable and left questioning the care he received. Afterward, the funeral home admitted the embalmer hadn't done the job correctly and that my brother still needed more time to be prepared -- yet they never told us beforehand. This robbed us of leaving our last memory with him in peace, turning it into something even more painful and traumatic. This was more than a mistake; it was a profound failure to treat a human being with the basic dignity he deserved. Their negligence has left us still living a nightmare, deepening our grief and leaving a wound that will never fully heal.

My father passed recently and the good folks DVFH was there every step of the way. The staff showed…read moreprofessionalism in all aspects of the process. From escorting my father, to his final viewing, cremation, and lastly support in getting the perfect military honors. My family (especially my mother) felt supported along the way during this hard time in our lives. Ask for Rose R. and tell her T sent you :) She will get you and your loved one managed correctly.

The folks at Passalacqua Funeral Chapel and Twin Chapels Mortuary were very professional. They…read morewere able to handle delicate family situations with a calmness and gravity befitting the occasion. The Passalacqua family operating in this location for 150 years is an incredible achievement and we were so thankful that we didn't face any large franchise disappointments.

It's very hard to deal with the loss of a loved one but this family owned business makes it…read moreeffortless. So caring and concerned every step of the way and even after. They think if every little detail.

We had a truly beautiful experience with Valley Memorial Park Cemetery, Funeral Home, and Reception…read moreCenter during one of the most difficult times in our lives. From the very beginning, their team was patient, compassionate, and never made us feel rushed or pressured. After a previous experience with another funeral home where everything felt urgent, this was completely different. The atmosphere here was serene, welcoming, and allowed us the space to breathe, ask questions, and make decisions with care. We genuinely felt supported every step of the way. Because of this experience, I now feel inspired to plan my own arrangements ahead of time so my family can focus on grieving and being together, rather than navigating logistics during such a painful time. I am deeply grateful for the care they provided. 10/10, and I would highly recommend them to anyone in need of compassionate and professional funeral services.

Valley Memorial was wonderfully helpful and kind when my dad passed 9 months ago with his handling,…read morecremation and everything that goes with it.. I would have highly recommend ed and given them 5 stars even then. But now, I'd give them 10 stars if I could. They were amazing as I navigated through last minute, challenging complications with my mom's remains leading up to her burial.... and they didn't even handle her or cremate her when she passed (an East Bay mortuary did). They truly went above and beyond even coming to pick up my moms remains at my home and finding a way to ensure it would arrive safely close to her burial site since I could not take her on a plane with her urn. They were kind, compassionate, professional, thorough, and go above and beyond at a time when it's really needed. Thank you Eugene, in particular!

Recently, I lost my father suddenly. I was completely lost and unprepared. I cannot thank Casey…read moreHanley enough for her professionalism, knowledge, but mostly for her compassion. She was attentive to every detail and went above and beyond to ensure I was put at ease in the most difficult time of my life. her communication was seamless and she took the burden off of my shoulders. I am confident my father was treated with dignity. Thank you, Casey from the bottom of my heart.

They were very helpful in our time of need. I had a plan before the unfortunate happened with my…read moredad. Service was very attentive and straight. The value was affordable. I would recommend anyone who has a loved one that is sick or planning ahead.

Such a beautiful pristine cemetery. We have been to many and this one is truly special. We visited…read morewith long lost family today. I didn't have to do much to get the graves whipped into shape.

Although I am not Catholic I was still able to appreciate the Beauty and the serenity of the…read morecemetery. This is an extremely well maintained Cemetery, which is easily walkable or drivable as you prefer. There is a beautiful statue of Saint Dominic in the lower portion of the cemetery. It's worth visiting.

This review is long overdue, but it is so well deserved…read more Last year, we laid my dad to rest at Queen of Heaven Catholic Cemetery, and I want to sincerely thank George and Priscilla for the exceptional care they provided to my family during one of the most difficult times of our lives. My dad lost his battle with cancer, and saying goodbye to him was the hardest experience I have ever faced. Priscilla handled all of the cemetery arrangements, while George managed the funeral, church, and burial services with incredible compassion and professionalism. During a time filled with grief, stress, and uncertainty, George and Priscilla were a source of comfort and guidance. They made a very difficult process feel seamless and treated our family with kindness, dignity, and genuine care every step of the way. They far exceeded our expectations, and I truly don't know what we would have done without them. Queen of Heaven is a beautiful and peaceful cemetery nestled in the foothills of Lafayette. The grounds are serene and impeccably maintained, and the chapel is one of the most beautiful cemetery churches I have ever seen. Knowing my dad rests in such a special place brings our family comfort. I was also told they offer a monthly Saturday memorial service to honor and remember loved ones who have recently passed. As Cancer Awareness Month comes to a close, I find myself reflecting on my dad's life and the impact cancer has on so many families. This month, I completed a cycling fundraiser to help raise awareness and support the fight against cancer in memory of my dad and for all those who have passed away or continue to battle this disease. It reminded me how precious life truly is. What I've learned through this journey is simple: if there are things you've always wanted to do, places you've wanted to see, or people you've wanted to spend time with, do it now. Don't wait. Life is precious, and it passes by far too quickly. Thank you, George, Priscilla, and the entire team at Queen of Heaven. This review may be long overdue, but our gratitude remains just as strong today as it was a year ago. We will never forget your kindness, compassion, and the comfort you brought our family during our darkest days. In loving memory of my dad.

Beautiful peaceful cemetery. This is a fairly small cemetery which makes it quiet and intimate for…read moreyour loved ones.

My family had a very good experience with Tradition Care Funeral Services…read more The staff was extremely helpful, guiding us through the process during a time of grief. They followed up quickly on all our questions. They were sensitive and considerate at all times. They listened and responded to all of our needs. Their support was of the highest quality. We had unique requirements for out-of-country transport; Eric and his team made it happen for us. I am grateful that they were recommended by our Hospice Team.

From the time we connected with Eric over the phone we were treated with care and concern. We met…read morethe day are mother passed and he was thorough and helpful in making decisions. We were fortunate the funeral and services were to be in Lodi where he is part of the community. He helped with the church, pastor, organist and cemetery. He was personally involved the day of the service which included being prepared for the heavy rains that occurred. Everything was well organized and could have not asked for better care. Five star services

The whole staff at Diablo Valley are so caring. They have handled several of my family members,…read moreincluding my father. His service was perfect and I could not ask for a more loving group to care for him. Diablo Valley is one of the few family owned Funeral Homes left in the area and their dedication to families shines.

Bari and Casey are just terrific and kind. My mom passed away yesterday on a holiday and they had…read morepeople on staff to help us. My dad had a funeral policy done out of state and they are helping us work through the claims process for that as well. A really wonderful company.

Now that I'm such a seasoned hiker (tongue firmly in cheek), I can say with some temerity that I…read morefound this mile-long trail a bit, shall we say, short. I don't mind short trails, but I had to fill up my daily step requirement elsewhere and headed over to Briones for that purpose. That's not to say this trail wasn't worthwhile. It most definitely was as the 13% grade wasn't insurmountable. It allowed nice views of the Carquinez Strait and Mount Diablo at the top. The circuitous trails were surrounded by various oak trees and wildflowers. I made an attempt at following the riding trail that goes through a gamey tunnel under the highway, but it made a dramatic climb which deflated my unearned self-image of a seasoned hiker. Regardless you can see why John Muir took pleasure in taking his daughters with him through these hills. Wanda was the name of his eldest daughter. The trailhead is directly to your right at the Alhambra Avenue exit off Hwy 4. RELATED - Up for a hike? Here's a collection of trails I've walked and reviewed: https://bit.ly/2OrC8nU

When the dog and I need a good hike that isn't too far from home and we can do in a reasonable…read moreamount of time, we come to Mt. Wanda. My man and I are hiking here every other weekend at least. The dog loves it. We recently did the Full Moon Hike that is put on by the Rangers. The kids tagged along. Its free and one of the few times you're allowed on the Mt. during the night. The kids had a wonderful time meandering around in the dark. It was fun to be out of our element with flashlights. The moon was beautiful. The only negative is ticks. We went hiking on Thanksgiving morning with our dog and proceeded to pull seven ticks off our dog. The most yet. Wear bug spray and make sure that your dog is properly protected. Morning, noon or night this is a great hike to take.