Here I am visiting in July of 2015 exactly a 123 years later, give or take a few days or weeks;…read moreFernhill Cemetery established in July of 1892. It is right off the busy SR 20 tucked away on a quiet hillside. A huge row of Panax trees blocks the cemetery from the road providing some peace for the dead and the living. It was a dry landscape in the middle of summer but that didn't change the lovely memorials that were rife with animals adorning the memorials, animal scupltures, cherubs and other tender endearments left by the living for the dead. The photos are not in order for this review (thanks, Yelp - Click on "See all photos from Kaliko P. for Fernhill Cemetery" link on the bottom and not the pics themselves). The memorial that stood out belonged to Terri Williams. Although I never met her, I could almost see her life in the memorial that stood before me and her husband's total love for his wife with a title of a song on the tombstone from the group Journey "Forever Yours Faithfully". Her Fidalgo Elementary school ID sits at her grave as does her grandkid's toys and a bench right across so her family can visit. It was so touching I shed a few tears for a woman I never met but could almost touch, just by looking at the remnants of her life left here by her family. She must have been truly remarkable and totally loved. Not only people were remembered tenderly, but so were pets, indirectly. Most of the stones in this memorial park had animals on them. Dogs, mainly, but also etchings of cats on stones and sculptures of seals. Fernhill Cemetery is one of the more interesting places I've visited and it was definitely touching.

Langley Woodmen Cemetery is a small, but well-maintained cemetery on the island of Whidbey. I…read morevisited this special place in late March, when it was pretty wet and rainy. This cemetery sits in a residential area across from some houses and has a dirt road that curves around so you can enter and exit via the one-lane. Not much traffic comes through here, so it shouldn't be an issue unless someone is trying to exit when you are entering. There is a lot of history connected to this cemetery, and many of Langley's pioneer families are buried here. It's maintained by volunteers and The Friends of the Langley Woodman Cemetery and they even have their own web page. I'm impressed by the fact that they have an All Soul's Day event planned every November 1st, where they illuminate the graveyard pathway with candles. Most older graveyards have fallen into despondent times and no one to care for it or remember them, but Langley Woodmen has had no problems at all and is still lovingly maintained by people who care, and remember.

My son and I had already had a long day of walking and planned on going straight home. But then we…read morerealized how close Arlington Cemetery was so we decided to make a quick stop. We had no idea what we were getting into. There is a very nice museum area right when you walk in. There's lots to read if that's something you enjoy. Then off to your right you can either just walk into the cemetery by foot or take a tram. I went up to the desk and asked the lady if we would benefit from taking the tram. She told me it was over a mile walk, up hill to get to The Tomb of the Unknown Soldiers. That's all I needed to hear. We had just spent 4 straight hours walking. We took the tram. It didn't hurt that there was a military discount. So there are two ways you can utilize the tram. First you could just ride it from start to finish and I was told that takes between 35-45 minutes. Or you can get off at stops. There are 3 stops. Just beware, and they'll say it on the ride, that once you get off, you will have to wait about 30 minutes at each stop before the next one comes around to pick you up. At first we were just going to do the loop. But as the guide started talking about each stop we both wanted to stop. So our quick trip turned into several hours. I honestly had no intention of taking my almost 14 year old there. I really didn't think he would care too much. But I think he enjoyed it more than I did. He even wants to go back. So I would say that if you're on the fence, just go and see what happens. But eat before you get there. No food is allowed and there aren't any restaurants or vendors anywhere basically beyond the Lincoln Memorial. So make sure you don't go hungry like we did.

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Just lost my mom 1 week ago, and Paul was nothing but kind and helpful throughout a very difficult…read moreprocess. He made us all feel comforted and truly caring with my mother. I would certainly recommend the services provided by Paul and his staff.

Super bummed that they asked me if I wanted a fingerprint of my mother's before cremation and I…read moresaid yes. After writing them for the ID number to order something on the brochure they gave us, they informed me that their scanner was broken at that time and there was no print. And they couldn't have told me that before they cremated her? I am so sad that the one thing I was looking forward to holding dear to my heart was taken from me. This is a small thing to miss, but would have meant the world to me. I would have had her finger put on ink had I known I would not be able to attain this from them.

My Wife passed quite unexpectedly, so I was at a complete loss for which company to select for…read morecremation services. I tasked my sister with calling the companies that the hospital provided on their list. She was very impressed with the compassion and helpfulness of the people she talked to at ACCA. She recommended that I call them. I called them, and they were so helpful, compassionate and understanding. Their prices were very reasonable, and their service was top notch. Amy even met me halfway to personally deliver the ashes. If you find yourself in the need of these services, I cannot recommend them highly enough! Thank You!!!

I cannot begin to describe my experience working with Bill and his staff. Bill and his team were…read morevery respectful, patient, caring and empathic. I called Bill the morning I lost my loved one and he walked me through the process with the utmost care and understanding. He was very thorough without rushing me for any decisions. He comforted me by telling me to take my time in deciding when I would like to hold the cremation and if I wanted to make special arrangements. I was treated with respect and compassion with every phone call and visit to their office by the staff. I ordered a gold necklace with a fingerprint and quote which took about 6 weeks and it was beautiful. I am grateful for the recommendation from Evergreen Hospice. I highly recommend ACCA to those in need of this type of service. Thank you, ACCA!

My father was cremated at Gilbertson's Funeral Home in 2015. The staff was very kind and took great…read morecare with my father and our needs. During preparation, our family was offered a few items that we could buy. We opted to purchase jewelry called Thumbys, which were charms made from a cast of my father's thumb. One of my sisters was distant from the family at the time and didn't receive a necklace. I was reunited with my sister this December and called Gilbertson's to see if there was a possibility that we could get my sister a necklace before Christmas. Mike at Gilbertson's was incredibly accommodating and did the research required to obtain the item information and link the jeweler to the record of my father's print. We were able to order a necklace and give it to my sister Christmas Eve. I was incredibly impressed with Mike and his care, even nine years after my father's passing. Each experience with Gilbertson's has been beyond expectations.

Owner David was an anchor of calm after the loss of my mother. Professional, courteous,…read moreknowledgeable, methodical - and most important, one of those rare people who is possesses an exceptional warmth, caring, and kindness. Truly grateful to David and his team. I wish I could give them more than 5 stars.

We came here to care for our friends so they could pass at home. They passed just 3 weeks apart…read more Cannot say enough about how much David and Samantha helped us. My husband was the personal representative for our friends and we knew nothing about how to take care of things. David was sensitive and kind and walked us through every step for each of our friends. When they came to the home to collect the body they were sensitive and compassionate. We cannot say enough about the services they provide. We also want to say how efficient and caring Jessa was in helping us find a container for taking the ashes out to sea.

I needed an expert framer for four large photographs. June, the owner, did beautiful,…read moremuseum-quality work. Her suggestions were valuable and the end product is professionally done. I wouldn't hesitate to take more work to William Bounds and highly recommend them.

A one of a kind experience doing business with Bill and June. With their kind help and wonderful…read morecreative design to rejuvenate something old to be celebrated with love and honor. Amazing quality framing and a truly special experience to navigate the process of options for our project and wonderful communication the entire process. All guided with experience, integrity and warmth. William Bounds went above and beyond to coordinate delivery for our project and for that I am so grateful! An honor to have met Bill & June and I certainly look forward to future projects. Thank you !