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    David L.

    It was that time of year to visit my wife's family who have passed on. East Lawn does a great job at keeping their grounds nice all the time. They have garbage cans spread throughout the grounds to toss the wrappings of the flowers and trimmings. There were a lot of visitors when we went. most Asians visit at this time of the year. Some burn fake money and other things. Some bring food to eat to. I even saw a grave with an unopened beer and a pint of Hennessey . Cute.

    Amy O.

    First time visiting and witnessing a cremation. We had our funeral director, Bob arrange todays visit. Our time to say our final goodbyes. I used to pass by here all the time when I worked at Smud, but never actually entered the grounds. The grounds are so well kept, and very clean. Inside the building was traditional with several chapels, and beautiful stained glass windows. At first I had reservations about seeing the cremation, but with my son"s and the hubby there, we felt at peace.. He is no longer suffering, and he will be with us forever...in our hearts and all the memories... Thank you East Lawn for providing a wonderful service.

    Moving Mom to East Lawn with respect and dignity.

    We initially met Cory Shuster several years ago when my family was planning for our internment. We appreciated how he worked with us making sure we understood the process. My Mom passed away on June 19, 2024. The two young men who came at 4:30 am, Erick and Audel, were simply amazing. They were dressed in suits, ties, folded handkerchiefs in pockets, and dress shoes. They were impeccably groomed. They knew their role in this process and took care to be comforting and careful. The process of moving my Mom from her bed to the trolly, covering her, and taking her outside was all done with care and concern. They spoke gently and assured my 95-year-old Dad that they would take good care of Mom. When my dad thanked them, they replied that it was an honor. Wow. Two days later, Cory introduced us to Buffie Lynch, the Funeral Director, to arrange for the graveside service. She was also impeccably dressed. She went through the process with patience and answered all of our questions. She made the entire process simple. It took us a bit to finalize Mom's obituary. Buffie was patient and made revisions online for us several times! She relayed the information we needed and she worked with our Pastor as well. On the day of the viewing and service, we were greeted by both Cory and Buffie. We knew we were in good hands. Buffie walked us down this amazing corridor sharing stories about those interned there and the stained glass windows. The room we were in felt sacred. My Mom looked lovely and at peace. Buffie sat quietly and let us have all the time we needed to say goodbye to Mom before she was transported outside for the service. The hearse arrived and Cory was there with his team to carefully move the casket to the grave site. Buffie had roses for each of us and our guests to place on the casket at the end of the service. She greeted our guests and helped with whatever was needed. Both she and Cory were impeccably dressed and this was a 90-plus-degree day in the Sacramento Valley! They were patient and let us have all the time we needed. Because we didn't want to be there when they lowered the casket into the ground, they waited for over an hour for us to finish. They never indicated any sort of pressure to hurry or to move on. Their acceptance was one of pure compassion for the moment and the people. I cannot say enough about the care and compassion we felt and the professionalism we experienced with the folks at East Lawn.

    Ida H.

    When I got the invite for the "Elite Perk: Famous Figures Cemetery Tours." I new this was going to be an interesting event for sure! When the day arrived, we entered the beautiful, art deco style main building, which was like entering a stately manor or nice hotel. This is where offices are located and a reception desk. We were directed up a regal staircase to the second floor where funerals are performed. (They also have an old fashion elevator). A comforting church-like setting complete with boxes of tissues at every pew. This is where prayers, eulogies, and blessings are performed for the deceased, and viewing the body. Craig Peterson is the mortuary manager and very knowledgeable historian who presided upon our fascinating tour of the dead. There was so much to take in, from the original history when it began as a run down graveyard to it's present pristine, historical landmark of today! We were led through numerous corridors lined with crypts, specialized tombs, and china cabinet style shelving made to display cremation urns, along with family mementos that are allowed to accompany loved ones' remains. It was like being in a mansion that had places for visitors to relax and reflect on comfortable benches, sofas, & chairs, even to admire artwork hanging on the walls. Stained glass windows from different artists adorn the halls. It seemed like every inch of the building was part of a historical moment in time! After listening to all the stimulating highlights involving the mausoleum interior, we were able to walk out to the well maintained lawns of the grave sights nearby. The amazing history of former Sacramento residents who were well-to-do, famous or even unknown, have found a place somewhere within all the acreage reserved for the dead. And that even includes a mass grave sight from the Sutter's Fort era! We even got a complimentary booklet that lists many of the dearly departed along with their accomplishments. Maps of the East Lawn Buildings and the cemetery itself are included. Definitely a "must see and must hear" tour for anyone who has an interest in Sacramento history and the people who left their niche on the city! Highly recommended to add to your "bucket list!" https://www.yelp.com/events/elite/YQrBrWI5lCf1KhBgd5INUw?ytl_=57102041b9cc441abefb26c250097682&utm_medium=email&utm_source=community_email&utm_campaign=Oct-16-2019

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    Geneva L.

    Wow what can I say...My grandma, great aunts, aunt, and step great-uncle are buried here. Actually interred in the above ground mausoleums (which terrified me as a kid but I think it's actually pretty cool now). I love the grounds, they are peaceful and beautiful. I get very claustrophobic and scared in the buildings but they are beautiful too, and the Art Deco decor is stunning. I visit here the Matriarchs on occasion (Azaela Court) here and I always feel thankful I can visit their internment site in this beautiful East Sacramento cemetery. I jumped at the chance to go to a guided tour recently, bringing my niece and nephew to the Yelp elite bonus event. I learned a lot of history (like, why is there a huge cemetery in the middle of a fancy residential area) and got to see the tomb of the Gypsy King and other icons of Sacramento (Crockers, etc.) But, at the end of the day I'm grateful so many of Sacramento's less famous residents were buried here (like my family members) and the tradition of paying respects and visiting the ancestors can carry on here.

    Alex L.

    Thankfully, I have never been to East Lawn for any other reason than one of pure enjoyment. It's strange to refer to a cemetery that way. But this is much more than a cemetary. Nestles into an old neighborhood in East Sacramento, East Lawn is a beautiful and historic piece of Sacramento history that is perfect for walking and holds regular tours. It helps that this is a spot off of Folsom that is tucked back into the neighborhood. Beautiful houses surround it. The grounds here are immaculate. It's spacious, too, so you could head into the middle, enjoy the Spring or Fall colors and feel like you are no longer in the heart of a bustling city. I took part in a historic cemetery tour here a couple years back and it was fascinating. We learned so much about famous folks buried here, notable gravestones and the history of East Lawn. It may not be everyone's cup of tea, but I'd encourage checking this place out if you're nearby.

    Patrick Y.

    This is my Tuesday spot for lunch. My mother passed away in March of 2012. Since her internment, I have made every effort to visit with fresh flowers on Tuesdays during my lunch hour. I can honestly say that in the past 5 1/2 years, I have only missed maybe 6 times. During my visits, I will also pay respects to my mom' two sisters, my mom's four brother in laws and my grandparents on my mom's side. My siblings and I have also purchased real estate next to mom. I wouldn't want to reside anywhere else after I'm gone. My whole family's here.

    Memorial Day Remembrance
    Josiah H.

    This particular East Lawn location is where many of Sacramento's public figures are buried like William Land of William Land Park, Congressmen, Actors & Actresses, and several former Sacramento Mayors. On a more personal note my grandmother is buried here, who was followed by my grandfather 14 yrs later. Who was also the President of East Lawn Memorial Parks & Mortuaries prior to his passing. So my mom has been coming here several times a year since my grandmothers passing, and when I was younger myself and my younger siblings would come along with her. My grandfather and I both served in the US Army and he had a military style funeral, and so for me I like to at least pay him a visit every year on Memorial Day to celebrate his service. Along with the other several hundred men and women that are easily recognizable that day, with American flags adorned at their headstones. For me this is a little more personal as my grandfathers tombstone doesn't note his service (I don't think my mom, aunt or uncle thought about it at the time of his passing. As they had a lot going on). But I've made it a habit now to ensure he is honored that day as well, and get a flag for him which are available for anyone visiting. To be able to put out in front the tombstones of their choice. I've taken my boys to visit their great-grandparents a couple of times to be apart of my continued tradition. But this year it got me thinking about how my grandfather isn't the only one who's buried there, and have served in our nations military; but that might not get recognized. So I decided this time to go out with several more flags, and was able to honor 4 more gentlemen who served. But that did not have flags in front of their tombstones, and so from now I have at least 4 other men in honor. When I go to pay my respects to my grandparents.

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    Sierra View Funeral Chapel and Crematory

    Sierra View Funeral Chapel and Crematory

    (66 reviews)

    What an awesome and outstanding experience I had despite my circumstances. I contacted Sierra View…read morea few days after my mom had passed away. I had a very unpleasant experience with another entity that had picked her up. I called and spoke with Jessica. She was very reassuring and put me at ease from our first conversation. She gave me detailed information of how much it would cost to get mom's body released from the other entity, and she did it swiftly. She was responsible, dedicated, supportive, understanding, delightful, caring, and very kind. I was so unsure of how to handle everything. She was so very helpful and sweet no matter how many times I called. She never made me feel like I was a burden or worried her too much. She paid attention to every detail of my mom service. She noticed that my mom had on nail polish that was chipped! She called to ask if it was okay to polish over her nails. I'm extremely happy and overjoyed with the way Jessica and her staff handled our family. I highly recommend using this company if you have a loved one that has transitioned.

    My father recently passed away unexpectedly and I had never gone through something like this in my…read morelife, and it was just so hard. My family and I were so blessed to have such an amazing funeral director by the name of Lyanne Ginocchio. Lyanne listened to everything that we were asking and she never made us feel rushed at any time. She was so kind and made the process easier to go through. I will always appreciate her help and kindness. She deserves a raise.

    Simple Traditions - New location-They just moved- look for the barn building 5921 Stanley Ave in Carmichael!

    Simple Traditions

    (54 reviews)

    About four and a half years ago, I turned to Simple Traditions Funeral Services to help me with my…read morehusband's cremation. At that time, they were very professional, supportive, and efficient. They treated me with kindness and respect when I really needed it. I wasn't in a good place to write a review back then, but now that some time has passed and I'm feeling a bit clearer, I've started the process of moving my husband's ashes into a proper urn and planning for his burial. I reached out to Simple Traditions again to assist with transferring his remains. They not only helped with the transfer but also updated the burial permit for me and guided me on how to obtain his veteran flag. Once again, I was met with warmth and courtesy. Cherie, who assisted me, was knowledgeable and very helpful, guiding me on what steps to take next. She represents the company well. I wholeheartedly recommend Simple Traditions to my family, friends, and anyone else who may need their services.

    when we went to simple traditions, we were very happy and impressed. cheri was wonderful, no high…read morepressure. we paid up front, oct. 6, 2025. our ck cleared oct 7, 2025. it was for my husband's mother,.my mother-in-law. our mother decided to move to tennessee with her daughter. so we asked for a refund on august 5,2026. explaining the situation. we were informed the office manager should be back on august 17 2026.. i called aug.17,2026. no she's not back yet. never received a call my husband went to our bank to withdraw some cash, guess what ... our account was drained. my husband found out that simple traditions re-deposited the same check that went through our bank in october 2025. once our check already cleared in 2025. nancy,nancy:states it was a mistake: my question for nancy is why in the world would you keep a check.for 10 month ?????? that ck should have never gone through twice. when i work in accts receiveables after posting the check always stamped :received or posted. Well, anyway our bank contacted the FRAUD DEPARTMENT. My husband went to pick up our check. Nancy, gave him the check. NO I'M SORRY NO APOLOGY, NOTHING. We also plan to dig a little deeper.​​

    North Sacramento Funeral Home - North Sacramento Funeral Home

    North Sacramento Funeral Home

    (38 reviews)

    I would give them a 5-Star, except for one thing: they do not notify Social Security. In my…read moreexperience this is a common practice for a funeral home. Not sure why this one does not do it. Other than that, it was a 5-Star experience.

    hi-ya! So a very good friend passed away and I don't think many people are ready for that or what…read moreto expect next; however, when we went to the funeral service this place was as good as circumstances can get. A day or two before the service they they opened an online obituary portal at their home page that allowed folks to leave well-wishes online. The comments are vetted before being published (authorization completed by the family of the deceased). The day of service was extremely hard, but the funeral home was absolutely professional and there was not oddities to report. The location of the funeral home was reasonable to get to--parking limited, but manageable. It was a hot day, but they had the air conditioning set to a chill level (making sense for open caskets). I don't mean to sound clinical about this review, especially when so much emotion can go into why you are there, but in the end. The funeral home was clean, provided for everybody that came to pay their respects. Prior to the service they cycled photos and/ or video reflecting memories of my friend and his family that survived him. I can't address pricing, but I heard the average cost of a funeral can easily run around 15K, and the lavatory I don't know because I didn't use it. The initial room where you first walk in is furnished nicely and to be honest it was a good area to take little ones that aren't able to sit long during the service. The area allows you to still hear what's going, limits the noise the main hall hears, and keeps you out of immediate line of sight. Anyway, if you have to use services like this, North Sacramento Funeral Home is professional and does it correct.

    Neptune Society - Neptune Society of Northern California - Sacramento

    Neptune Society

    (49 reviews)

    I truly appreciate Debbie Nolt, she is very compassionate and helped us get through a very…read moreemotional time. She kept us informed each step of the way and is also assisting with burial through the National Cemetery.

    My experience with Carson Drasher, Fair Oaks, and Neptune Society was the worst I've had with…read moreanyone in any arena. We went back and forth so many times about the online obituary, and it still isn't right. I asked for the correct link to the site so that I could share it with family and friends, and I still have not received a response from her. Her "bedside manner," for lack of a better term, leaves much to be desired. I didn't want to write this review before I had my loved one's remains in my possession, for fear of retaliation, ashes belonging to someone other than my mother, heck, I'm not even sure at this point if the ashes are in fact hers... I guess the upside is I purchased the service years ago for considerably less than what it would cost now, but then again, maybe this is a case of "you get what you pay for". An additional upside is that I will not have to deal with her again; whoever is tasked with my death, they might have to. The Neptune Society as a whole was friendly, professional, and sympathetic when my mother died, and I contacted them. There was a bit of confusion at the beginning. I received several calls after I had already made arrangements with one of the representatives. But after that, it seemed OK. I picked up my mother's remains today. Thankfully, I was able to do that without meeting with Carson. I don't plan to recommend the Neptune Society to anyone; it's disappointing and regrettable that this was the service I chose for my mother and me.

    All Faith Cremation - All Faith Cremation Arrangement Office

    All Faith Cremation

    (22 reviews)

    Natomas

    My mother passed away recently, and we were looking for an affordable cremation in the area. I…read morespoke with Kristin and she was extremely professional, knowledgeable, and friendly. I downloaded the forms needed and filled them out and was able to email them back to her to speed up the process for my in person appointment. That appointment took approximately 30 minutes, it was very straightforward and stress-free. My mom's remains were ready to pick up about a week later. Definitely recommend this place, as they handled everything for me.

    We are being proactive for my elderly mother. My wife used their services for her parents and…read moresister. Kristen answered my call and was so pleasant and complete with all that we needed for our appointment. She was very kind and entirely concise with her needs of us. The email received shortly there after was an excellent communication that provided complete instructions. We met up at our appointment time and I had all the documents I would need. Thanks for the concise ask. It was so relieving to do this on advance and not in our time of need. Kristen came back after making copies of our legal documents. She reviewed the additional documents she needed and after a series of initials and signatures we were all set. Such a smooth process. Absolutely appreciated Kristen and her kindness. She explained everything beautifully with attention to detail. What a great experience. I would recommend without any reservation. It was nice to see a great review from a fellow Yelper. We plan to return to get things in order to set up arrangements for us. The estimate for our needs was so affordable. We were looking for a simple cremation with death certificates. Again a wonderful experience with Kristen. Thank you!

    East Lawn - mortuaryservices - Updated September 2026

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