Respectful, prompt, and professional from the customer service team all the way to the owner. In…read morethe most bleak and sorrowful time, Grissom's handled the remains of my father seamlessly and with dignity from Stanford Hospital to handing over his ashes to me.

My mother was in Home Hospice care, and the Hospice social worker had recommended Grissom's…read moreCremation and Burial to help us when the inevitable happened. When my mother passed away, the hospice nurse called Grissom's C&B, and they came very quickly to transport her. They were very professional and courteous. Also, they were thoughtful enough to tell us to wait in another room while they were getting her ready to transport because, "it will be the last thing you see of her". The entire interaction with them at her home was very respectful and dignified. Two days later, we met with Lisa, the owner of Grissom's C&B. She was very knowledgeable and walked us through the process, telling us what to expect and the timing of when things would happen. All the prices were clear, and there were no hidden fees or unexpected expenses. We couldn't have been more pleased with Grissom's C&B and how they helped us navigate through a difficult time. At this same time, we asked if Grissom's C&B could help us get my grandfather's cremains buried with his parents in a rural cemetery three thousand miles away. It was not clear who was in charge of this cemetery. Still, Grissom's C&B did the research and, in the end, contacted eleven different entities/people before finding the correct one. We were very impressed with their dogged determination to find the answer. In addition, they handled the transportation of his cremains across the country. Everything went very smoothly. We would not hesitate to recommend Grissom's Cremation and Burial to anyone.

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My Grandfather and my Father both were cremated here and had their rememberance services held here…read moreas well. Yesterday my grandmother passed away and I knew I wanted it to be handled here. My grandmother said to me that its just easier here and we are familiar with it so when the time comes just make it easy for yourself and choose the same place. So that's what I did. The funeral director met with me at 10:30am and I was done signing and choosing everything by 11:30am. I chose just cremation, no embalming, no pre-service or viewing, no viewing of the cremation, no casket or fancy urn, just the basic everything. I will get a nice urn later and have them transfer her from the temporary container to a nice urn i pick out online. Now you can go all out and select the most expensive everything but that is not what I did. I likely will have a service or rememberance a few months from now. The director who assisted me was very spft spoken, clear, and had a nice demeanor. All things that put you at ease when you are definitely not at ease. My one tip would be to call, make an appointment and be sure to bring the deceased birth certificate, and marriage certificate if you have them. It will help fill things out much faster. So grateful that this place is clear and transparent on costs, affordable in my opinion, and makes things easy!

Losing my brother is a pain that still cuts incredibly deep, but I'm truly grateful for the…read morecompassion and professionalism shown by Berge‑Pappas‑Smith during one of the hardest weeks of my life. From the initial body collection through the funeral service itself, their team helped shoulder a burden that felt impossible at the time. Ian, Michelle, Andrea, and Fabian were all kind, attentive, and deeply respectful throughout the entire process. Being able to have everything coordinated and completed within a single week was nothing short of a lifesaver, and their willingness to open early for us was an extra act of kindness we won't forget. On the day of the service, all of the flowers sent by loved ones were beautifully arranged, adding a sense of care and dignity to the space. Death is never easy to accept, and navigating logistics while grieving only makes it harder. While no one can ease the loss itself, the people at Berge‑Pappas‑Smith made an incredibly painful experience more manageable through their empathy and support. For that, our family is sincerely thankful.

The only things certain in life are death and taxes--and unfortunately, the first comes with a…read moreprocess none of us are ever quite prepared for. Ian and the team at Berge-Pappas-Smith Chapel of The Angels in Fremont made an incredibly difficult time a little less emotionally taxing. They treated my loved one with genuine dignity and respect while also treating me with compassion, authenticity, and understanding. What stood out most was their ability to meet me where I was in the process. They never made me feel rushed or overwhelmed, and they provided clear guidance on costs, timeframes, and next steps. That clarity meant a great deal when there were already so many other things to process. Funeral arrangements are never going to be easy, but having a team that is authentic, transparent, and genuinely compassionate makes an enormous difference. I'm grateful to Ian and his team for helping us navigate a difficult moment with dignity and care. Highly recommended to anyone who finds themselves needing these services.

Since the funeral in November of my mom, we have had a horrible experience with CFCS, no records…read moreof payment in full from my parents, equipment not working day of funeral and Plaque for the tomb still not up and it is now almost Sept (10 month), communication is horrible and no since of urgency. Most horrible and sad situation for my dad, he wants to see the plaque when he goes there and nothing.

From the owner: Catholic Funeral & Cemetery Services (CFCS) is a charitable organization founded in faith and…read morededicated to providing education, outreach, and professional funeral, cremation and cemetery services while following the teachings of the Church. CFCS knows that the loss of a loved one is always difficult. Celebrating the gift of faith with family and friends is an essential part of the healing process. Our professional staff walks with you through this trying and often tiresome journey while we educate and guide you towards making the right end-of-life decisions for yourself or your loved ones. With programs and services for immediate needs and programs for those who wish to plan in advance, CFCS is a resource that families can trust.

Howell Mortuary Transport handled everything with such care, professionalism, and respect during a…read morevery difficult time. Their team was compassionate, timely, and incredibly detail-oriented, making the entire process feel smooth and dignified. You can truly tell they take pride in what they do and treat every family with genuine kindness. I highly recommend their services to anyone in need of reliable and respectful care.

We recently had the difficult task of arranging mortuary transport for a loved one, and I cannot…read morespeak highly enough of the service provided. Jonnie was incredibly respectful, compassionate, and professional throughout the entire process. She handled everything with dignity and care, which brought a sense of comfort during a very emotional time. It was clear that Jonnie takes great pride in her work and treats every family she serves with the utmost respect. I would not hesitate to recommend this business to anyone in need of thoughtful, professional mortuary transport services. Thank you Jonnie!!

My beloved husband passed away very suddenly and without warning on July 15, 2026. It's almost been…read morethree weeks, and I'm still in shock. So you can imagine the state I was in when it actually happened. I've never dealt with death on this level before, more less have it be my spouse and very best friend. My sister did a lot of googling and researching to help me find a place to make arrangements. She called Diablo Valley Cremation and told me she had a really good feeling about them. We made an appt, but were actually able to come down anytime. We sat down and spoke to Bari, who was above and beyond compassionate and professional. She explained everything so gently, and it was almost as if there was nothing I had to worry about or do outside of grieving my dear husband. I knew she was the perfect fit to care for my husbands passing. She handled everything, and I mean everything. Her communication was top notch and extremely easy to get ahold of in case I had any questions or needing to talk about something. We set up a viewing before cremation, and she was at my and my families side as support throughout the entire experience. My husband looked wonderful. Although it was heartbreaking, Bari made it less horrible. We all hugged her, she made us feel comforted and safe in what we were going through. Bari has turned out to be such an invaluable and amazing partner in this tragic journey of mine. I've had to stop at the business several times to drop off cremation necklaces, my husband's urn, and pick things up. Each time I hugged and thanked her. She even got full handprints of my husband for me, not just the complimentary fingerprints. She genuinely has put so much love, care and concern into my husband, myself and our kids. The entire experience. Bari, I know I thank you so often. But I need to reiterate that I couldn't have gotten through these horrific first steps of my husbands death without your kind and gentle soul. We hope you're able to make it to the service, we'd be honored to have you. With endless gratitude and love, The Lindborg Family

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

Thank you Callaghan Mortuary for being so respectful and compassionate. They walked us through…read moreevery arrangement, which alleviated a very painful process. The staff were considerate, attentive and very professional. They ensured that everything went smoothly, and we were supported all the way through. Love this service & very happy with it.

2 months and I have not received my uncles remains or death certificates. Was told every week they…read morewere sending it out. Left several messages that were never returned

The sign at 3873 East Ave says "St Michaels Cemetery", which appears to be an Odd Fellows Memorial…read morePark. East Ave in Livermore is cemetery row. The cemeteries are on the south side of the street, starting just after you see "Christian World" Church & Childcare Center. St Michaels is very low profile, clean, and has a nice staff who do not hover. The grass is lush, green & evenly cut. There is one circular drive you can park on, 2 car park next to the office. The largest areas have grave markers. There are a couple of walls to hold your loved one's ashes. There seems to be niches still available. Across from the wall of niches the staff will erect a tent and chairs that can accommodate a small service. The weather can be pretty hot in Livermore, so shade is a must. It's plenty quiet and easy to hear people talking without microphones. Many people have placed plastic flowers, flags and a few children's toys and plastic jewelry on the grave markers. Feel free to bring an ipod with portable speakers or personal items of meaning for the service. The niche is slightly larger than the container of ashes and covered with a brass plaque so you can't see anything inside. You are left alone to do your own thing if you want for your memorial service. The niche brass name plates all match in a good way, weathering beautifuly like brass does. Each grave section has a sign saying "Garden of Love." This seems to be a good place to conduct non-denominational services. There is a chapel if you wish to have a more formal religious service.

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.

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.

Hello, we had just had our services done about a few days ago. From me any my family we would like…read moreto leave a review on continental funeral home services, from the beginning to end , was this experience super well, super professional, super considerate. We would like to give a big thank you to Jose, for helping and managing everything for us, loosing a loved one and having to plan a funeral is very hard , so having Jose really helped us a lot. They are spanish speaking , so that was a big plus for me and any family , thank you to Continental funeral home! we appreciated everything!

From the owner: At Continental Funeral Home, we understand that saying goodbye is one of life's most difficult…read moremoments. We are dedicated to providing compassionate, dignified, and culturally sensitive funeral care to the Oakland community. Our experienced team is here to guide your family through every step of the process with transparency and respect. We specialize in Traditional Burials, Direct Cremations, Pre-Planning Services, Casket and Urn selection, and Repatriation services. We are available 24 hours to support you. ** ESPAÑOL ** En Continental Funeral Home, entendemos que despedirse es uno de los momentos más difíciles de la vida. Nos dedicamos a brindar un servicio funerario compasivo, digno y culturalmente sensible a la comunidad de Oakland. Nuestro equipo experimentado está aquí para guiar a su familia en cada paso del proceso con transparencia y respeto. Nos especializamos en Entierros Tradicionales, Cremaciones Directas, Planificación Previa, Selección de Ataúdes y Urnas, y Servicios de Repatriación. Estamos disponibles las 24 horas para apoyarle.