Bass-Smith was in charge of my sister's memorial service. Her death was very unexpected and we…read morewere grateful that the family running Bass-Smith were very compassionate and understanding that the service wasn't something we already had planned. They not only helped us with what the steps were to get ready for the service but they were a shoulder for us to cry on during the worst time in our lives. They are in charge of the cremation that is completed on site. My sister passed on a Tuesday and they had everything ready for her memorial service that following Saturday. Thank you again Bass-Smith for the love and compassion yall show to every family that yall service. ---The Haynes Family

During a very sad time, Nicholson Funeral Home took care of all the needs to help my family. Also…read morethey took the time to photo all our flowers with cards so we could easily respond to friends and family after services were complete. They went above and beyond on so many levels to take care of family needs. And they provided a level of comfort that all expectations would be met to the fullest. My family has used this business before and I recommend to all. We never look at these things until unfortunate things take place in our lives or family. But trust and know this business will take care of you same as they did for us during our time of need. Words cannot express my gratitude and appreciation for their assistance and outstanding services.

I don't have the words to say how impressed we were with the great experience we recently had with…read moreCarie McCarthy at Iredell Memorial Park regarding the arrangements for my Mom. She was compassionate, knowledgeable, and very helpful with all of our needs. She made a very emotional experience much more relaxed.

Operated as a municipal cemetery by the City of Hickory (along with Southside, Ridgview and…read moreFairview), it is part of the Oakwood Historic District that contains over 50 historic buildings and was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1986. The cemetery has some 8000 interments and is quite large. Scattered with trees and crisscrossed with drivable roadways, it is quite easy to navigate though some better markings and sections would be helpful. It is an active cemetery and plots are still available for sale. I walked through here quite a bit and found it quiet and peaceful. Perhaps the most famous resident is Colonel Clinton Albert Colley, who according to findagrave.com, "Civil War Congressional Medal of Honor Recipient. He served as a Brevet Colonel in the Union Army. He was awarded the Medal of Honor as a Captain in Company C, 2d Minnesota Infantry for action on September 20, 1863 at Chickamauga, Georgia. His citation reads "Seized the colors of a retreating regiment and led it into the thick of the attack."" "Oakwood Cemetery" is a popular name for cemeteries. I've reviewed them in Troy NY https://www.yelp.com/biz/oakwood-cemetery-troy?hrid=hjz4iiOOjbnHmUH2OWHbPQ, Raleigh https://www.yelp.com/biz/historic-oakwood-cemetery-and-mausoleum-raleigh?hrid=TPJna8xDRXOAXQQggpp2yQ, Gastonia https://www.yelp.com/biz/oakwood-cemetery-gastonia-2?hrid=vDuoIVxhT1gc3z0PEyUXSg, Concord https://www.yelp.com/biz/oakwood-cemetery-concord?hrid=-QMFGcjN_VroHWLEfgrZtw, and Statesville https://www.yelp.com/biz/oakwood-cemetery-statesville?hrid=5lBaawprgdCgjDv_U1uAGA. [Review 15873 overall - 3091 in North Carolina - 1377 of 2021.]

We have many customers in our business and one of them is Evans Funeral Service. We really…read moreappreciate the way that Reggie and his staff treat our staff when we deliver caskets to their facility. We have said many times that if this is the way we are treated then the families that have called this funeral home for their loved one will be treated in a first class manner.

Evans Funeral did my mother's funeral and everything was beyond phenomenal. They are very…read moreprofessional and genuinely care about the well-being of the families who have suffered a loss. They went out of their way to make sure that my family was well taken care of throughout the entire process. I'm glad that they're the ones who handled my mother's funeral because they helped my family and I get through a really tough time.

My wife passed away last year, so I was in need of a monument for her grave. I called a few…read moresuppliers and decided to use Triplett, largely because reviews were good, and cost was competitive. After a few calls and exchange a graphic depiction of the stone, I decided on a stone and inscription. The lady on the phone could be kind of gruff (my only complaint), but she stuck with me and answered my many questions. The monument was delivered and installed. It looks great, and I am very satisfied. It was all handled by phone, text and US Mail. No payment was asked for until the monument was delivered and installed. Overall, a positive experience under sad circumstances.

Statesville's Oakwood Cemetery was established in 1887 and sprawls across 45 acres. It's quite…read morepeaceful and the treelined streets invite people to walk through and among them. The cemetery itself is in excellent condition and is very clearly well kept. The grounds are open every day from 6am to 9pm. There is parking near the entrance on Broad Street. The roads in the cemetery are wide enough for cars but only just barely. You'll appreciate your visit more if you walk. "Oakwood" is a popular name for cemeteries as nearby cities of Gastonia https://www.yelp.com/biz/oakwood-cemetery-gastonia-2?hrid=vDuoIVxhT1gc3z0PEyUXSg and Concord https://www.yelp.com/biz/oakwood-cemetery-concord?hrid=-QMFGcjN_VroHWLEfgrZtw each have them. There are several markers that date back to the earliest years of the cemetery. You'll have to hunt around for them. https://www.findagrave.com/ does not report any "famous" people laid to rest here. [Review 14542 overall, 40 of 2021, number 2782 in North Carolina.]

Sossoman Funeral Home staff know their business. They will guide you to affordable options for…read morefuneral services, and will work with you toward fulfilling special needs. There is no pressure to do things any way but your way. They have been in the business for over fifty years.