Growing up in Baltimore County, I see change everywhere and not always in the good direction…read more A constant has always been Dulaney Valley Memorial Gardens. Meticulous detail to the grounds has always been priority one. It is nice to see high standards kept and continuing on even today.

So This is strange I think.. writing a review for a cemetery, but they deserve their kudos. I…read moreaccompanied a friend who was in desperate need of a final resting place for her father's ashes. I was struck by the sincerity of the staff.. not the usual slickness that is accompanied by questionable sympathy. My friend was never rushed or pressurred.. and the represenative that worked with us was a truly likeable and easygoing guy. I also like that this business donates plots to fallen police and firemen. I will say the office building is quite outdated and a bit run down.. Actually doesn't smell that great.... but that is not why we come. We come for the grounds... which are beautiful and cater to a wide variety of cultures. It is very interesting to see the different ways people memorialize their loved ones, America is a melting pot and so are our funeral/burial customs. The niche here leans way from the mainstream American cemetary... although it certainly isnt too far out of the box. It is nice that they make it clear that they can find a way to honor almost any cultural tradition. They don't have headstones( just in laid markers) ... so all you see is beautiful green punctuated by a few family mausoleums. There is a lake in the middle with swans and ducks.It is placed on some gently sloping hills with some tall old trees. They have several themed gardens.. including a heroes garden, and lovely tranquility garden ( catering to the Asian population) .. as well as several others. Usually cemeteries are such depressing, creepy places.. but this looks like a well maintained park.. The main mausoleum, is quite nice and airy.. It has gone through a few style incarnations over the years.. but it actually works well... i found the building to have a very serene overall effect. I came to be of comfort to a friend, but also ended up finding a place that just might suit my own family one sad day.

I am so great full to the staff and Craig Witzke for the wonderful care they gave my husband and…read moreour family. Thank you for your professionalism and compassion you had during this difficult time. I was able to speak with Erin prior to my husband's passing. When he finally passed it took one phone call and they were there at hospice to pick him up. They arranged everything including the military honor guard at the Baltimore National Cemetery. After my husband 's cremation they had everything ready for me to take him to the cemetery for internment. Celia, our funeral director, made decisions easy has she took her time and didn't rush me. If I am in The Baltimore area when I pass I am going to have them handle my final arrangements. Thanks to Craig Witzke for everything.

Craig Witzke, his family, and the staff of Candle Light Funeral Home are truly incredible. From the…read morebeginning of our contact with Craig, he really went above and beyond for our family after the sudden passing of my dad. They were able to make my dad really look like himself and at peace as our family and dad's friends said their goodbyes at his viewing. This was our family's first time needing to plan arrangements for a loved one so close to us and Craig facilitated this process with ease. He was available 24/7 by phone even during the holiday to answer all of our questions (as well as friends calling the funeral home) and make sure that dad's viewings and arrangements for transport to California (for burial) were settled. He was extremely accommodating to all of our requests. He consistently checked up on us during each 3 viewings to make sure that things were going smoothly and to see if we were okay. Craig really showed his excellence for me when he stepped away from his own family and arranged a short time for my mom, sisters, and I to see my dad on Christmas Eve before my dad was flown to California. It meant the world to us, especially my mom. Furthermore, after the burial was completed, Craig called us to make sure everything went smoothly with the transportation. Thank you to Craig and his staff for your wonderful services during this difficult time in our lives.

This was for someone my family knew so we weren't there for very long. I can tell you that the…read morevalleys were really respectful and they appreciated our every request, helping us get out by trying to avoid traffic and accidents at all costs; apparently there has been many in the past.

The funerals for several of my family members were handled by Mitchell-Wiedefeld including both of…read moremy mother's parents. Fortunately it's been a few years since I've been there, but if "Six Feet Under" is any indication I doubt the staff turnover is very high and they're probably still doing the right thing. Overall the facility is very nice and accommodated us well. The people working there were very attentive, even to the point of assuring that certain items made it from the viewing to the cemetery (including the body, but I digress). I really like the neighborhood, too. That's kind of a hindsight thing, but I thought it was important to mention.

I would give this business 10000 stars if I could. i just had my mothers services here Thursday and…read moreeverything was so smoothly and seamlessly coordinated. Quiana was amazing and so helpful. She helped with all of our needs the day of and checked in very frequently to assist as I had a very particular vision and set up in mind and it came out beautifully. Everyone working on my mothers service was superb. I used their Pastor and he was also amazing. The organist who also sang during the service was very very talented and I highly recommend, I wanted to thank him but I didn't see him after so if he sees this - THANK YOU!!! It was also beautiful inside, very clean and bright with gorgeous crystal fixtures. I needed a gorgeous place to celebrate my mom and this was the perfect match. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for making this difficult time better by ensuring a smooth send off to my mom.

Most horrible funeral home and experience . My husband's family and sister paid for and excluded…read moreme his widow of 23 years from the funeral arrangements against my husband's will and wishes. The female funeral director had me sign under duress and before the wake cremation papers after she initially stated his sister can do whatever in charge of the funeral. After I showed the female funeral director our marriage license then I was all of the sudden the next of kin. I was the first person there at the funeral home before his mom and family. I agree with the other negative reviews they're unprofessional and don't answer phone calls and emails. My husband didn't want a funeral with his family and his family knew that I would have had him cremated without any viewing or funeral. I never heard of that funeral home and I would have had a memorial service two years or more after his death. Someone else or another widow this funeral home exploits and abuse for money will sue this business and shutdown all the funeral home sites. March, Vaughn Green and Calvin Scruggs are better than this Walmart discount brand funeral home.

Services were superb. As a family we didn't have the experience of planning a funeral but we knew…read morewhat our dad would have wanted and that is all we had. The staff at Rucks made the experience easy and stress free. We dealt with Mr Neiser and he was an angel sent from God to guide us throughout. He advised us throughout the process and Our dad was laid to rest in the way he would have wanted. The experience at the funeral home was amazing we spent the entire time for the viewings and more and we felt welcomed, relaxed and at peace just as the atmosphere at the funeral home. I would certainly use Rucks funeral home again. Nicola H.

They were thoughtful did a great job and worked with us couldn't ask for more. My son looked good…read moreand they gave good advice. They were also patient in terms of working with us and the insurance companies and cemetery. Thank you

My daughter and I were at a loss trying to get the proper paper work in order to lay her mom in…read morepeace. After trying multiple county, and state agencies, only to be told that we didn't have the documents needed, ( they were left in the house nowhere to be found) to have her RIP. Ms. Danielle Shaw, of Peaceful Alternatives, stepped in and within in a hour put our worries to rest. She gave us a step by step process which showed compassion, dignity, and positivity when we needed it most. We couldn't thank her enough. If you need peace of mind at this rough time go see Danielle

Our family had a very positive experience. The staff was kind and professional. Everything was…read morecarefully explained. Pricing clear. No upselling. In a difficult time they were comforting.

We had an absolutely horrific time today at the funeral of our father. We planned and did the…read moreservice completely ourselves so on the outward appearance everything went well. But we paid extra for them to Livestream it and that was completely botched for our out of town family. Right before the service began we were told that the final paperwork they insisted we do that morning wasn't correct and we couldn't proceed and we were confused, until our pastor explained to them how they were wrong. It was very traumatizing! And this all had been planned and paid for a year before! They are unprofessional and disorganized!!! This was their Laurel location. This is just a tiny part of the many problems we experienced. Next time we would go with a bigger funeral home like Hines Rinaldi in White Oak.

The professionals at Donaldson were amazing. I contacted them when my mother was in hospice, they…read morehandled everything and made it really easy for me when my mother passed. They explained everything in detail. Since it is family owned and operated you know they deeply care about the service they provide.. Highly recommend.

I'm honestly blown away by how terrific this organization is. I am very difficult to please as a…read morebusinessman / CEO / brother of the departed. This place exceeded every expectation possible and continues to do so weeks after. Not enough stars to rate these guys. Thank you Jeff and your team.

Possibly the best funeral home I have ever had the pleasure to work with. Mr. Zumbrun was…read morewelcoming, kind, made you feel at ease immediately and came to me highly recommended from a friend who is a funeral director here in VA. He goes out of his way to make the final steps in caring for your loved one as easy as possible. I cannot state our sincere thanks enough to him.