In such a sad time in our lives, it is comforting to know that there is an amazing and capable team…read moreon your side. Banister Funeral Home made one of the most difficult times in our lives bearable. Tamela, Sarah, and Cassandra, sat with us as we cried, and even went over and beyond to help us, with every little detail. They all were in constant contact with us and constantly checking on our family. THANK YOU SO MUCH

From the owner: Banister-Cooper Funeral Home is Towns County's only locally owned funeral home. We are a family…read moreowned and operated facility conveniently located in downtown Hiawassee, Georgia. Our dedicated and caring staff is ready to assist you day or night with traditional funeral and burial services, cremation services, or arrangements for burial elsewhere.

MG&S were absolutely phenomenal. The care and consideration they showed and the support they…read moreoffered throughout the entire process was unbelievable. They made dealing with a traumatic loss much more bearable and helped steer us along the way in a number of areas. The staff, from top to bottom, were caring and kind. We can't thank them enough or recommend them highly enough.

From the owner: We understand that every family is unique, and we tailor our services to meet individual needs and…read morepreferences. Our spacious and welcoming facilities offer a peaceful and comforting atmosphere for memorial services, viewings, and gatherings. We take pride in our attention to detail, ensuring that every aspect of the funeral process is handled with care and professionalism. We work closely with families to create meaningful and memorable tributes that honor the lives of their loved ones. With a commitment to serving our community with compassion and integrity, McGahee-Griffin & Stewart Funeral Home stands as a trusted partner during times of loss, offering unwavering support and guidance when it is needed most.

Ever since my initial call, Anthony Messer was wonderful. His soft spoken and compassionate manner…read moremade a very difficult time easier. He was honest, helpful, and went above and beyond, even extending way after the actual funeral. I never felt pushed to do anything more expensive than what I could do. The facility is beautiful, the service was wonderful, and I am sure my husband would've been well pleased. I highly recommend.

My father passed away and was buried on February 22, 2026. Unfortunately, my sisters and I are…read moreestranged, and they chose not to inform me of his passing. I learned of his death on my own and immediately drove 15 hours straight to attend the funeral service. When I arrived, the doors were locked, and the staff at Garrett's Waynesville refused to allow me entry to pay my respects to my father. During an already painful and difficult time, this added further distress. I have never experienced such a lack of professionalism and compassion from a company entrusted with serving families in moments of loss.

We used Hillcrest when My Moma passed last week, as we did when my Daddy passed 21 months ago…read more This group of people are the most compassionate and hard working people that I have dealt with during a time of grief. CB Dunson, is top notch!!! He was so compassionate to use when Daddy died and even got a picture of a beagle put on Daddy's vault lid and for Moma's he had her dog put on her's plus a great picture that the funeral home used of Moma put on hers. At the grave, he remembered us telling him that Daddy had said if Moma died first he was burying the phone with her, so he put little phones on Moma's name thing that directed people to the grave and then afterwards, he remembered me telling him that Moma was the church prayer chain, it started with her when someone needed prayer and he had little prayer line cards made up in memory of her. Its the little things that they listen to and take action on that make them such a great group of people. I am at the grave alot and not once have they not waved or stopped to speak to me. I would recommend this group to anyone to take care of your loved ones, they don't come any better than CB and his crew. Thanks so much for all you all did for us during our time of grief

From the owner: Celebrating each life like no other…read more Each one of us is unique with our own story to tell. As North America's largest provider of funeral, cremation and cemetery services, Dignity Memorial professionals excel at helping families create meaningful tributes that truly celebrate the lives of the individuals they represent.With an extensive network of more than 2,000 locations throughout the U.S., Canada and Puerto Rico, Dignity Memorial providers offer families personalized services and advanced-planning options to meet any need. From the simple to the extraordinary, your Dignity Memorial professionals are here to see that your special story is told.

Ryan and his team have a fantastic facility for use of lunches post service or receptions. They…read moretake great care of families.

Stars have decreased. I just wanted to add a few details. Please see my previous Wells review for…read moreclarification. I found out from my lawyer that when a family member dies without leaving a will, the departed's estate pays for the funeral. That is law. The survivors each pay an even portion of the costs. a) If I had known that fact, I would have told my stepmother that we should investigate all local funeral homes first for price comparison. b) "Guy" (see previous review) did not make me aware of that simple fact when I met him. c) I would have questioned my stepmother's purchase of a ridiculously expensive urn right then and there. Um, why should I have to pay for tackiness?! d) I would have had input in my father's affairs. For instance, I am not a fan of viewings at all. (However, I am glad that I was able to get locks of hair and two buttons off of the pajamas that my dad was wearing at the viewing.) e) I still protest paying for a personal funeral with a business check, such as my stepmother did. If I had known the estate-paying deal, I would have told my stepmother to pay her portion of the down payment and to let I and my brother work out with Guy how we would pay our portion of the down payment. f) Since Guy knew that I and my brother are entities in my deceased father's estate, Guy broke the law when he did not give my brother and I equal portions of my father's ashes. We got small portions each, and not a full third as we should have. I now have to pay my lawyer to ask my stepmother's lawyer for our rightful share. As of this moment, my father's estate has fully paid the Wells bill, so Guy can't dispute anything. I paid for them and I should have them. Guy decided to be an immoral person and sided with a trashy sociopath. I wish I had sued Wells, or could forward part of my legal bill to them. One other fact- two positive reviews on Google for Wells were written by individuals that work indirectly with Wells. All is not well at Wells. Please, heed my warning.