I was extremely happy with the online service. Not only did it save me money but I did not have to…read morego anywhere at a time when I did not feel like it. I felt there were good choices for urns and I was very happy with the one I selected. The people who came and picked up my husband were very kind and respectful. I had no idea who to choose for a funeral home and went with Avink based on a friend's recommendation. I will now also be recommending them to others.

From the owner: Avink, McCowen & Secord Funeral Homes is a locally owned family business serving southwest Michigan…read morefor over 80 years. We offer affordable cremation and burial options. We are located in beautiful West Michigan and are honored to service families from around Michigan. We also serve four legged family members that pass away with pet cremation.

Saying goodbye to your best friend is incredibly tough. Finding the right place for them is a huge…read moreworry, but Whispering Pines Pet Cemetery makes that difficult time easier by providing unwavering compassion and dignity. This is a Veteran-owned business, and you immediately feel that dedication to service and care. The owner, Paul, personally handles everything--from the time your pet arrives until they're laid to rest. This level of personalized dignity is rare, and it truly takes the stress and fear out of that final journey. Paul's goal is simple: to make sure you leave feeling better than when you arrived, certain that your companion is in the most dedicated hands. They offer compassionate options for burial, cremation, and pre-planning, all handled with respect. If you want a final resting place that honors your companion's unconditional love, you won't find better care than at Whispering Pines. Highly recommend.

Paul, the owner, is very compassionate and kind. He actually picked our beloved pet up after she…read morewas euthanized! He kept in constant contact with us and had her ready for pick up within days. Everything was very professional. We would highly recommend Whispering Pines:)!

Was treated with so much Respect and kindness so was my cat Gypsy she was treated so well,…read moreeverything they did made me so glad I picked them

This place is absolutely lovely. We have taken 2 of our animals here and they have been so…read morerespectful and done a great job with their remains. They even have a memorial for fallen active (and retired) K9 dogs.

Terrible experiences everytime we've gone to this clinic. One dog was misdiagnosed with an "upset…read moretummy" and died 3 hours upon returning home. Another dog last week was given antibiotics for a UTI after waiting 4 hours. A week later, blood was still present in her urine and she had no UTI. We took her to our local VCA clinic where we were told she likely needed emergency surgery for pyometra. Not trusting VCA Emergency to handle any continued care, we took her elsewhere and after extensive bloodwork, tests, ultrasounds and xrays, it turns out she did not need emergency surgery and it was either a cyst or an ovarian remnant missed during the spay (also performed by my local VCA clinic). We are waiting for bloodwork from the lab to confirm. All this testing only cost $1400 at Emergency Veternary Care Center Kalamazoo. Don't go to VCA Emergency unless you want to pay hundreds to thousands of dollars for multiple misdiagnoses on multiple dogs and have one pass at home. Go to EVCC for emergencies. The care was quality and they provide payment plans.

Our dog underwent surgery earlier in the day at Paw Paw Vet, and we were given VCA as the…read moredesignated emergency contact if anything went wrong. Around 2:00 AM, our dog began experiencing severe breathing issues. When we called VCA, we were told there was only one veterinarian available and they were in surgery, and that we would need to drive an additional hour and a half to Byron Center for care. We attempted to find a closer emergency option, but ultimately began the drive to Byron Center. Shortly after getting on the highway, our dog's condition worsened dramatically--she could not breathe and was in distress. In a panic, I called VCA again, begging them to allow us to bring her in. They eventually agreed to have a veterinary technician examine her. When we arrived, she was taken to the back immediately. We were later told that her throat was swollen shut and filled with blood and mucus. They were able to place an oxygen tube and initially said her breathing stabilized. Tragically, she then suffered a heart attack and passed away. I strongly believe that if she had been allowed to receive care immediately--when we first called--her condition could have been addressed sooner and the outcome may have been different. Being turned away during a life-threatening emergency cost us precious time. Adding to this, we were charged $350 for CPR, which was never discussed or authorized. We specifically requested oxygen support--not resuscitation efforts--and this lack of communication is deeply concerning. For a full week, I have attempted to speak with a practice manager regarding this situation and have yet to receive a call back. Each time I contact the office, I am given vague responses with no resolution. Additionally, I was told by a staff member that this situation was "basically my fault" for not immediately driving an hour and a half away, rather than seeking care closer. This response was both inappropriate and hurtful. Finally, I question why Paw Paw Vet would recommend this location as an emergency resource if they are unable or unwilling to provide immediate care when it is critically needed. We are devastated by the loss of our dog, Rosa, and deeply disappointed in how this situation was handled at every level.

My family and I are so thankful for the care and compassion Beryl and her husband showed during a…read morevery difficult time. Beryl's attention to details when handling our furbaby was incredible! Thank you Faithful Friends!

We cannot thank Beryl enough for the professionalism in which they handled Apollo's cremation. They…read morewere kind, considerate and thoughtful. I couldn't ask for anything more. You do a great service for our fur babies. God bless you Will and Suzy Cook

Yes there is a difference in crematories and the funeral home employees should know this as well…read morewhen recommending a crematory. Definitely, would never recommend Central Michigan Crematory on 345 E Mahoney Merrill MI. This facility is filthy, employee not professional, with poor hygiene upon families last time with loved one. There is a difference in granules after being cremated and I learned this the hard way with a loved one. Don't be misled, use the crematory in Breckenridge MI on 46. Clean, professional, and respectful staff. Plus, loved ones remains are clean, fine, and white like sand from a beach. My loved one's remains from this crematory are gray with granules anything but fine. After the funeral I find out this is a concrete company too, now I know why remains are rough. Also, shame on the funeral home for using this horrible crematory and charging the family $200 as you drive yourself to this horrible, filthy, and nonprofessional facility for our last visit with our loved one. If anyone including funeral home directors would like to see the difference I can surely you show you the results of my loved one's remains.