While no one wants to have to work with a funeral home, I am grateful that Cotner Funeral Home is…read morethe one my family chose to care for my little sister after her passing. The staff at CFH were incredible in every way. They had the kindest and gentlest spirit and gave us peace of mind that my sister was being well cared for. The staff were happy to communicate via phone call or text and were very accessible. They answered all of my questions promptly. The cost for the services was exactly as expected-- same as all of the area funeral homes. I highly recommend working with Cotner Funeral Home if the need arises. They will take good care of your family and lost loved one.

The wonder staff at Cotner have been a great blessing to my family in our time of need. I don't…read more know how we could have made it without their guidance.

How I wish Mom had given me instructions. Did she want to he laid to rest in Pittsburgh where she…read morespent nearly all her life? She never grooved on Central Ohio. A burial out of town was fairly complicated even without a funeral service, expensive too. Did she want me to regularly visit her, bring her flowers and balloons and gossip with her? Or did she want to go back to her and mine beloved Pittsburgh? But like so many, she was convinced she would live forever and avoided the conversation. Hubby and I chose Glen Rest. Our other option, Forest Lawn, by 270 and Broad St was noisy, hard to get into (even dangerous) and they kept pushing to get us to buy multiple plots. Forest Lawn's hard sale was a turnoff. I crossed them off the list. Glen Rest understood the sadness of selecting a gravesite and took us to see several graves when I described what I wanted. I wanted a pretty one, near the trees where Mom could watch the birds. It is a beautifully manicured cemetery. I could buy a marker from them or go elsewhere. I am still torn. I wish she was home in Pittsburgh but I am glad that I can visit her here as often as I like. I notice that there are areas for babies. And areas for those who are cremated. Glen Rest made a sad decision tolerable.

This company consistently has issues with installing headstones. I've had several family members…read moreburied at this location, and it always takes months for them to install markers. They often say it will take a couple of weeks or promise to have the maker in place by important anniversary dates, but they continue to fall short. The only reason I continue to use Glen Rest is so my family can be buried together.

We lost my grandma after a long battle with dementia. At the end, she was barely recognizable from…read moreher usual, elegant self and I was dreading the funeral even more. When we saw her, she looked like her old self. No longer skin and bones, but beautiful which is something I didn't think possible when she passed. It actually made it harder to bury her she looked so good. The employees were all very nice. The only reason I removed a star is because the nice young girl who coordinated everything for us then, tried to do a little up selling as all of us grandkids were at the cemetery while she was being buried. That was tacky. Contact people a week or so to follow up and offer the trinkety stuff, not while people are hugging and crying.

A recent funeral of a very close family member was held at this location. Was disappointing to see…read morethe presentation. The parlor was in need of serious cleaning with dust and dirty carpets. They also did not take care of the flower arrangements as many were dried up or had nasty water in the exposed vases. Little things stand out huge at a time like this.

I sent a beautiful throw from a floral shop that was displayed on an easel…read more Before it left the shop, it had a beautiful ribbon and a gorgeous bow. I saw the display at the shop. When I arrived at the viewing last night, the ribbon and the bow were behind the displayed throw. I was quite upset that the funeral home would not adjust this to look nice. I adjusted it myself once I got to the viewing.

No one ever wants to lose a loved one, but when it does happen, it's nice to know a company such as…read morePfeifer Funeral Home exists to make the process as painless as possible. Night and day, they answered our calls, were extremely accommodating, very sympathetic and incredibly helpful. Pfeifer took great care of dad and we appreciate it.

Choose another service provider. Recently ask Spence to assist with my father's funeral…read morearrangements. Went in on a Saturday around 10 am. Doctors had indicated my father would pass that day. Family had come from out of town to spend final days with him but had to leave on Tuesday so we wanted the funeral on Monday. Spence director told us it would be "tight" but did not say they could not do it. Told us to inform hospital to transfer my father to their care upon his death. He passed Saturday evening and they took him to the home. 1 star is that Spence did not charge for the pick up - read on. Due to family and religious reasons we did not want a viewing, we dressed our father for burial, and we had a church service where we did everything under the direction of our Bishop. We received two calls from Spence on Sunday morning asking us to come in to sign contract. Estimated price was greater than $6000. We arrived at noon and they informed us they had booked two other services Monday and would not be able to assist us until Tuesday. There policy was not to start anything until actual death occurred. Between noon and Sat evening they had booked another Monday service. We had no issue with the policy but asked why they had not called immediately to inform us giving us more time to find another service provider. We asked for a referal as we were now less than a day away. "We do not give referrals" was the response. They wanted us to change the funeral date. In retrospect Spence did us a favor because we went with Day-Manofsky Funeral Service who charged us $2378 (over $3000 savings from Spence). Rick Day also put it together in less than 24 hours so our family could all attend the funeral and burial of our father. (I do give referals.) Bottom line - choose an alternative to Spence.

From the owner: Our Pre-Planning Services make it easy for you to get your express wishes down in writing, ensuring…read morethat you have the kind of memorial service you truly desire and that your friends and loved ones can have total peace of mind that they are adhering to your wishes. We host Burial Services that convey both the solemnity of the occasion, but also the joy that comes from celebrating the life of a dear loved one. We are happy to attend to all aspects of the service, and we invite our guests to linger as long as they wish, fully enjoying a special and intimate time with friends and family. For those who choose it, we also offer Cremation Services; cremation can be a meaningful way in which many families mark the death of a loved one. We offer services tailored to honor those who are military service members and veterans, as well.

These people are predators. My mother had pre paid services and since she passed I have repeatedly…read morereceived mailings asking me personal information and that I will receive a free planning guide if I answer. Now e-mails are arriving trying to sell me services. EVERY correspondence claims I have shown interest. I have yet to receive a call from a Schoedinger family member as I was told I would the last time I complained, which doesn't surprise me since previous complaints haven't stopped the harassment. I keep demanding to see written proof that I requested information. It is a shame that they gave my information to some company when all I did was have my mother's funeral there a few months ago. Let the survivors RIP.

My son passed away July 9th 2016 and i was not told about my sons death my ex husband Scott Clapham…read morefrom Kentucky came to Columbus had a meeting with Matt Picklestein and they together tried to cut me out of the whole funeral. I found out 3 days later my son passed away i believe if i had not found out thru a friend that Schoedenger and Mr Clapham would had deceived me and continued on with his cremation without me (His Mother) even knowing. They together put an obituary in the Dispatch full of falsehoods when i asked Matt to change it or remove it he called my ex and they together decided to keep it up .i payed for a whole cremation of my son and was given no rights or respect from Schoedenger or Scott Clapham. This was my son i raised alone as mr. Clapham moved away and left his son years ago when George was 3 . So i write this review heart broken and so much hurt as i feel no mother should be treated the way i was by Matt picklestein of Schoedenger Funeral home and mr Scott E Clapham of Georgetown Kentucky. I am a respected person of the community and own a business in Dublin Ohio. Sincerely Georges Mother.

Our family has relied on Hoskinson's for as long as I can remember. They are always professional,…read morecompassionate, and truly family-oriented. Whether helping during a difficult time or assisting with pre-planning, they consistently provide guidance and care you can trust.

From the owner: Welcome to the Hoskinson Funeral & Cremation Service website. We are honored to serve the great…read morefamilies living in Licking, Perry and surrounding counties through our chapels located in Newark, Kirkersville, Hebron and Thornville. We also operate our own Crematory called West Licking Crematory, located at our Kirkersville Chapel. Your loved ones never leave our care until we return their cremated remains to you. Locally owned by Central Ohio families, we provide high quality service at reasonable prices. Our current prices are the lowest that are being charged by any funeral homes in Licking or Perry Counties. We provide full service funerals and cremation services from our home-like facilities and pride ourselves at planning and scheduling customized services for each family that we serve. In doing so, this truly reflects the unique nature of each person, honoring their lives and creating healing experiences for their families. We are available 24 hours a day, every day of the year, to answer questions, offer advice, and give price information over the telephone in accordance with federal law. Please do not hesitate to contact us if we can be of assistance in any way.