I've lived in Pleasanton 24 years and this was my first time coming to a celebration of life at…read moreGraham-Hitch Mortuary. I came today to pay respects to a friend who passed away too early. Graham-Hitch has a beautiful chapel inside and is very peaceful. The lobby is spacious and was perfect for displaying photos of my friend's life. It was a great memorial service for my friend. Rest in peace brother.

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.

They have always been so helpful every time I have needed them. The family is wonderful.read more

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.

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.

When my father passed away after a short illness, I called Jay at Deer Creek funeral service. He…read morewas very professional and comforting during my conversations with him. His staff arrived when I requested to take dad into their care. They did not rush us. Deer Creek handled my father respectfully. I received his remains and death certificate the week following his death. Jay kept me advised when they were ready to pickup. I felt Deer Creek's prices were reasonable and wouldn't hesitate to recommend their service.

During one of the most difficult times for our family, Jay and his team at this mortuary provided…read morecare, dignity, genuine compassion and respect for my husband. Every step of the process was handled with patience and sensitivity, and we never felt rushed or overwhelmed. They took the time to explain options clearly, listened to my wishes, and treated my husband whose body was shipped to another location with the utmost respect. Their professionalism, timeliness, attention to detail and efficiency brought me comfort when I needed it most. I am deeply grateful for their support and would wholeheartedly recommend their services to anyone seeking compassionate and trustworthy care.

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.

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

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.

I buried my mom three years ago, and this is now the second time her lapida has been damaged…read more I'm deeply upset and frustrated. I don't understand why Lima can't inform us ahead of time if they plan to mow or do any maintenance around my mom's resting place. A simple call or message would allow us to secure the items we've carefully placed there in her memory. It's heartbreaking to see them carelessly damaged. No family should have to go through this. I've already reached out to Clarice to ask for answers and to request a replacement for the mini lapida with my mom's name on it. We paid a significant amount for the lot, the viewing services, and her lapida. At the very least, we expect her resting place to be treated with dignity and respect--not just ours, but everyone's. What's happened feels completely disrespectful--not only to my family, but to my mom's memory. I just want her to rest in peace, undisturbed. If this issue is not resolved, I will continue to escalate it until we receive a proper replacement, a sincere apology, and a clear commitment that something like this will never happen again.

Complete lack of respect. They broke a family members headstone then said they would replace it…read more If it happened again then we would have to pay for it. Why would we pay for something that you broke?

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 has been such a heartbreaking experience having my daughter buried here. This cemetery is…read moreextremely insensitive and lacks compassion towards those grieving and their loved one's graves. First off, they originally sold us a plot they had already sold to someone else. They leave filing cabinets filled with people personal documents unsecured and accessible for anyone on the premises to go through. They will rudely/ spitefully throw all your loved ones items away that are left at their burial site without even letting you know. They will harass you as you visit your loved one's grave and try to intimidate you with their landscapers. So many plots have already been risen, shifted, and poorly placed in the ground. I honestly wish we never chose this cemetery!! Save yourself a lot of grief/ frustration and choose a different cemetery!!! Homeless people frequently come here. People often drinking and allowed to do as they please. The squirrels can be a huge nuisance. They told us when we chose our plot location a bench would be put in but never has and it's been 4 years. If you want a cemetery to visit to view historic grave sites I will say this cemetery does have quite a bit of historic stones to view but if you're looking to bury your loved here, definitely find a different cemetery. This place is very poorly managed. You are very restricted as far as headstone designs and sizes. Documents are not filed or kept secure so your personal information is at risk of getting in the wrong hands or lost completely. It's a shit show to say the least and it's shameful how they treat those that grieving. Sadly, I avoid visiting my daughter's gravesite because every time I have come here has been extremely heartbreaking to see how they have treated her site and what they have done with her items. They don't even want us placing flowers! It's absurd!

I don't know if the Yahoo "Woohoo as good as it gets" is quite the rest sentiment for this setting…read more However, my Dad recently passed away. My parents moved to CA 3-1/2 years ago and my Dad was very ill. He felt he needed to get things in order and spent considerable time looking at places for final "rest" both for he and my mom. Thankful and by miracle he got off hospice, then home health and lived a very decent and happy life for 3 years. He was very happy with his interactions 3-1/2 years ago with Roselawn cemetery and had picked his columbarium space. I didn't see it with him at the time, but knew the location which I liked and the photos he showed me were very lovely. Sadly, my family and I have now had to interact and involve ourselves with placement of my Dad. I've had several phone calls for various reasons and always had pleasant and receptive conversations. After hours, I've always been called back with a direct answer. We had to set a time to bring my Dad's "remains" and it was so very respectful. I am sorry I don't recall the gentleman's name that helped us. He was respectful of our wishes as to time we needed, etc.. I just feel our family, my Dad and other's nearby with attending needs were all addressed so carefully and respectfully. I am very thankful my Dad chose Roselawn Cemetery in Livermore as a final resting place for he and my Mom.. with a choice of myself in the same location depending on needs when that occurs. It's not something we want to do, but I am thankful that this process was made so much easier here.