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.

My family used the Chapel of the Roses for our mother and, more recently, our father. Dennis and…read morehis team provided excellent, professional, and caring service, and they have a beautiful and well-equipped facility with plenty of parking. I highly recommend Chapel of the Roses for funeral services.

From start to finish the professionalism was truly from amazing compassionate people who I…read moregenuinely felt their sympathy for our loss. We would like to extend our deepest gratitude to Chapel of the Rose in Fremont. Their compassion, professionalism, and attention to detail went far beyond our expectations, and we are sincerely thankful for the care they provided to our family. If ever I needed their type of service again I without a doubt would call them.

This is definitely one of the more interesting historical places in Alameda County to visit. This…read moreis a very old Cemetery with many of the graves dating from the mid-to-late 1800s. Centerville Presbyterian Church is done a very good job of documenting and giving historical information on all of the graves here that could be identified. There is an information area in the center of the cemetery. On either side is a beautiful color color mural. I especially enjoyed reading about how the church was founded in the 1800s. You could find the family grave area for the Brier family nearby. I found it fascinating to wander around and just read the inscriptions on the grave markers. Some of them could not be read, but most of them could.

Driving down fremont blvd. next to the taco bell, I remember seeing a cheaply made "fremont/east…read morebay park" style sign. You know, a sign that typically says "boat rental" or "oak picnic area". Except this one said "OLD PIONEER CEMETERY". One of a few random "discoveries" as I was driving aimlessly around my hometown looking for something to explore whn I was in high school. Right off of blacow road, I never thought you could see a holdout of California history in a 50's era suburban wasteland like fremont but here it was, a reminder from the days before when this segment of town was called Washington Township. I wonder if anyone ever visits anymore. Its an old school cemetery covered in dead grass, dirt, and trees in a few parts. The tombstones are crazy old for fremont standards, like 1800s old. And you can tell from the weathered look of the statues and tombstones that they've been standing there for a while. It's kind of like the cemeteries at the Missions but with more gringo names. There really isn't much more to see or do here, unless you're doing some research for your family's past. And whadayaknow...the guys Blacow road and Jarvis Ave. are named after are buried here as well. If history floats your boat, check out this fremont landmark. It's also great for a photo class project which is what I ended up using it for. I guess it's good enough to have it's own wiki page so check it out... http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Centerville_Pioneer_Cemetery

My Mom Departed this life on 8/15/26 & was buried at Chapel of The Chimes on 8/25/26 with a wake…read morethe day prior. For my family, Mom's death felt like a very short moment in a long endless whirlwind of emotion and chaos... we received so much empathy, attention & professionalism from Mr. Vinegar. Joshua was so appropriate. So professional. So helpful. So assuring. Joshua met our family with grace, kindness and an empathetic listening ear. Mr. Vinegar provided definite answers when we were unsure, emotional support to all of our family and kind words with an award-winning smile while we needed it most. Mr Vinegar received & answered our endless emails and texts from ALL of our family members at odd-hours of the day/night, as we prepared my Mom for her final eternal rest. Joshuas level of service and knowledge was so upscale that my Dad decided to be buried here with his wife and purchased his plot also... If you have any funeral needs, see this Joshua. I will recommend all friends & family.

I am very grateful for the kindness and care I received from the Family Service Advisor, Sedi…read more(Michael) Win, at Chapel of the Chimes. I had previously contacted the front desk and other Family Service Advisors regarding an issue at my mother's gravesite, but unfortunately, I did not feel that my request was taken very seriously. Then, while I happened to meet Michael on the grounds, he stopped and asked me if there was anything he could help me with. Unlike my previous experiences, Michael genuinely listened and took the time to help. He personally went to my mother's gravesite today and took care of the issue. He truly went above and beyond, and I could feel that he sincerely wanted to help. His kindness, compassion, and willingness to take action meant so much to me. When it comes to taking care of a loved one's final resting place, that kind of genuine care makes a big difference. Thank you so much, Michael, for stopping to help me and for going the extra mile. I truly appreciate it.

Jack was wonderful to work with. His staff was professional. Very efficient and reasonable for…read morehis service. Highly recommend!

When the hospice team gently suggested final arrangements for a dear friend, I knew to turn to…read moreTri-City. They had been great seven years ago when my uncle died. I was pleased that they serve San Mateo County, not just Alameda County where they are located. In both cases I was able to make preliminary arrangements, without emotional stress or pressure. This was important, since I wanted to know that my loved one's caregivers would get timely support when death occurred, even if I wasn't in the area. Jack/Tri-City were wonderful again.

Trident society provided truly fast and excellent service during what was a very difficult time for…read moreme. They handled all the arrangements seamlessly, greatly reducing my stress and allowing me to focus on what mattered the most. Steve suprised me when he called me to inform me that the death certificate was ready for pick up, in less than 2 weeks, demonstrating remarkable speed and personalized service. If you are looking for caring professionals who deliver outstanding results and move quickly, I highly recommend Trident Society without any hesitation. They are 5 star providers.

This is a LOOOONG over due review, but I recently reached out to Veronica to ask a question (albeit…read morealmost a year later) and she was just as responsive as the initially consultation. I want to start by saying that planning these things are awkward and sometimes overwhelming, however, Veronica made the process so simply and she really went the extra mile for us. We reached out last July to ask about plans and options for arrangements for my parents, and she practically held my hand the entire way through and in the end, we chose to proceed because of how comfortable she made us, and how much she truly cared about getting us exactly what we wanted. My parents were set up within a few days, and she even did the paperwork for us on a holiday. Anyone who goes through Trident would be lucky to have Veronica as their advisor. The best thing about her was the humor and light hearted approach. She was always available, and I never felt pressured. She deserves so much recognition and her passion and dedication to her clients is very apparent. Thank you so much for all the help Veronica!

Horrible Experience!…read more What should have been a peaceful and dignified send off for our beloved family member turned into a nightmare---all due to one worker. We were advised by the Casket Store that we would be given 1 hour for our service. Irvington had us down for only 45. It was a miscommunication between them. But we suffered as a result. At the end of the service, there is supposed to be 5-minute countdown provided by the staff. We weren't given this. (Mind you, we were going by the hour time-frame we were advised of by the Casket Store), and were unaware that we had slightly exceeded Irvington's schedule. Wha happened next was...disturbing. An employee, arrived at our ceremony, pushed my niece out of way and tried to shut the casket. He said "That's enough! You guys are done. " and dragged his finger across his throat as if to say "Shut this down!" The poor priest asked for a couple of more minutes. The employee glared at him and looked ready to to spit on us. This was HATE, pure and simple. I called the manager Jose, who was kind, and receptive, but the damage has been done. Due to this incident, I cannot, recommend Irvington Memorial Cemetery to anyone who values a peaceful ceremony for their family members. Not after what happened to our family. I truly hope this never happens to anyone again.

Service was nice, polite, quick, but sad as how these things are... Value seemed a bit priceyread more

Attended Mass for the Solemnity of the Annunciation !…read more Always come here for Mass on our way to Novato

Marvelous Mission San Jose ... I would always pass by from mission boulevard and never really had a…read morechance to visit until recently. We did the self tour and enjoyed every moment of it.

If you are going to use Neptune Society I HIGHLY recommend asking for Shawna Hughes, she handled…read moreall of the preparations for my Father and when I had questions no matter what time it was she answered them quickly. Shawna was not only a blessing to me but to my ENTIRE family....Everything Neptune Society did for us made the time in our life more easy without the struggles. So if you need Cremation Services Please use Neptune Society and Ask for Shawna Hughes. Andres R.

I had great service from Neptune Society. I have no complaints other than a mistake of spelling my…read moremaiden name of my husband's death certificates. Apparently they didn't check back on their files after we filled out the paper work for pre-need. Course my husband's hand writing was not to clear either. Course they could've checked my paperwork to find out what my maiden name was.