I've waited a while to post this, to make sure it wasn't an emotional reaction. I don't believe it…read moreis. 1st, understand that "family owned" is a business name, not a state of being. The current owners have *not* owned Blessing since 1944. Different families did, and the difference between the service those families provided, and what's now offered, is glaring. 2nd, please, please, PLEASE, read other reviews about the company that currently owns Blessing, and pay close attention to how many people say their loved ones looked wrong, or disappointing, because that's the sad truth of it. They take your loved one from wherever they expire and pack them away in a so-called "care center" in a completely different city, only returning them hours before visitation or service when it's too late to correct their appearance. Our family member was unrecognizable, and had discolorations that weren't present at their time of death. We never had the impression that they cared about the treatment of our loved ones, at all. They added to the stress of the moment, rather than making things easier. When my grandmother died years ago, they were downright rude to me, and other relatives were treated similarly with our more recent experience.

The people at the funeral home really care. Gary really did an incredible job with my husband's…read morememorial. Gary is caring and helpful. Made me feel safe and that he was with me every step of the way. I can't say enough praises to this funeral home. If you are at the worst part of your life they make it easy and in a loving way.

This cemetery was established in the 1870s and the first documented burial is that of…read moreseven-month-old Ula Sansom (d. 1876), who was buried in the Sansom family plot. The following year, Louisianna Campbell (1826-1877), was buried in the Campbell plot. Several more burials were made during the next two decades. During the Great Depression, the City of Alvarado took over care for the cemeteries, which were known collectively as Glenwood Cemetery. Additional land enlarged the graveyard, for which in 1970 a cemetery association formed to maintain and preserve the site. Today, the burial ground remains a link to early pioneers and the history of generations of Alvarado residents. Interesting that the text on the historical marker is exactly the text on the cemetery's web site. On a clear blue sky day, I had a chance to walk the cemetery. Other than the big signs in the background, it is quiet and secluded. The grounds were recently mowed. There was no litter and the headstones appear to be completely intact. There's no vandalism here and that's good to see. [Review 16053 overall - 238 in Texas - 1558 of 2021.]

Thankfully I had no difficulty finding the location of the cemetery or the particular family plot…read morecontained therein. The dirt roads within the cemetery, as well as the grounds as a whole, seemed very-well maintained. In addition to the family plot, I enjoyed walking through the Veterans' Memorial and the Columbarium. This cemetery is rich in history. Come check it out!

I had know idea a funeral home was in Alvarado. My bestie's Dad went to be with the Lord. I went…read moreto the Funeral Home to pay my respects. It was just a few months ago, I was sitting in my Bestie's living room speaking Spanish with her Dad and he was telling me a funny Cat story. Lol. My how things have changed. May he rest in peace. The Funeral Home is fairly easy to get to. You pass the city life, then it's tucked away in a residential area. It's super dark at night and the streets are narrow. The inside has vintage decor and furniture. It seems like your at your Grandma's house or a vintage Frat house. The Owner was very nice and personable. His daughter was professionally dressed and ready to help my friend. Another staff member was comforting and helping my friend's Step Mom. I'm glad, I was able to pay my respects. It was worth the drive to Alvarado. The environment and hospitality was wonderful.

In June 2024, my family experienced one of the most heartbreaking losses of our lives; the passing…read moreof our beloved mother. In the midst of that pain, we were guided with grace, compassion, and extraordinary care by Martin Thompson & Son Funeral Home & Crematory in Fort Worth. What they did for our family went far beyond a service; they gave us comfort, dignity, and peace during an unimaginably hard time. Payton, in particular, was a godsend. From the moment she stepped in to help, she treated us with warmth and empathy that felt like an embrace. She didn't just fulfill her duties; she went above and beyond, staying in contact with us after hours, making sure every step of the process was handled gently, respectfully, and with deep understanding. When we learned that our mother would need to be transported from Houston; a four-hour drive away. Martin Thompson & Son didn't hesitate. They made the trip themselves, a gesture that spoke volumes about their dedication. Not only did they care for her transport, they worked seamlessly with the private cemetery where our family plot is located, ensuring every detail was handled with precision and grace. Perhaps the most touching act was Payton's careful, loving work in preparing our mother for a private family viewing. Because of the condition she was in, we didn't know if it would be possible to see her again in a way that felt peaceful. But Payton made it possible. She restored her in such a gentle, dignified way that we were able to say goodbye in peace, seeing our mother as we remembered her: serene, whole, and beautiful. I truly cannot say enough about the extraordinary care we received. Martin Thompson & Son didn't just provide a funeral service; they gave us compassion, attention to every detail, and a space where we felt supported and seen. They treat families with a level of personal connection and respect that is rare and deeply needed in times of loss. If you are facing the unimaginable and need a team that will walk with you not just professionally but humanely; this is the place. From the bottom of our hearts: thank you, Payton, and everyone at Martin Thompson & Son. You helped us carry the weight of our grief, and we will be forever grateful!!

The detail and care they provided to my mom and our family as a whole was wonderful. They…read moreunderstood how we wanted to celebrate our mom's life and they made sure it happened the way she wanted it to be carried out. They were also amazing in assisting us in the transport of the body for burial out of town. They made this process so easy on us. Peyton also did an amazing job at making my mom look beautiful.

One star because it's the lowest you allow. Do not bury a loved one here! They do not care about…read moreyou only about the $$$. We ordered a headstone last January. Yes 365 days ago and they still have not delivered it. We call and they don't return calls or texts. They give updates that are false and when you call them they give a later date. My 97yo grandma paid for this last January and just wants to see the finished product while she is still here! So I called them today and said that's it I'm done! I will be posting about this so here's my review! So run as fat as you can away from there. It looks like they have shut down comments on their page so you can only do them if they review them 1st another huge red flag why NOT to do business with them!

Getting a marker put on my mother's grave has been met with excuses and delays. They have our money…read moreand she is in the ground, we are completely at their mercy. Mom was buried in November '21 she is, as of the beginning of this week she is still in an unmarked grave. We were initially told it would be 6 months for a marker to be made, supply issues etc... The option for a temporary marker was never presented by the Funeral home. As a funeral home, it's is their responsibility to offer, not ours as a grieving family to think to ask. One poor review on another site, 6 months after interrment, and they offer to put a temporary marker out, and tell us it will be another 6 to 8 months to get a stone marker. This would have made my mother have an unmarked grave for 12 to 14 months had we stuck to their timeline. We have decided to use a different company than the funeral home offers to get a headstone. That company told us 6 to 8 weeks, not 6 months. I won't even get into the shenanigans they pulled and threats that had to be made in order for us to get our money back to buy a marker from a different company. No family should have to go through this. Emerald hills really dropped the ball on this one.

In light of the unfortunate circumstances surrounding the loss of my father & son, Serenity…read moredemonstrated exceptional professionalism and flexibility in collaborating with my family. They adeptly managed our requirements and offered accommodating financial arrangements. I particularly value their patience, as they allowed us ample time to grieve with our loved ones and ensured our complete satisfaction with their services. The work performed was meticulously detailed and executed with utmost professionalism. Mr. Davis and his team exemplify a profound dedication to their work, exhibiting an acute attention to detail and a personalized approach to family support. I extend my sincere gratitude to Serenity for their invaluable assistance in making this challenging process more manageable for the Sanders family during this difficult time. Thank you

Can't put into words how grateful my family and I have been for Serenity Funerals. The staff was…read morevery polite and made us feel like family. They worked with us and explained the contract of what was being charged very clearly. We had two deaths a month apart from each other. They helped provide a reader for the obituary for the first as they had a speaker to do it for us and for the second was able to give us a list of churches we could call for a Deacon(catholic services/rosary). You are able to have a viewing from 12-6PM and the services next day. I'll always be thankful for stumbling upon this funeral home in our unexpected times in need. Thank you to everyone

Sarah was amazing, helping us plan a somewhat 'unconventional' funeral. She adjusted to my needs as…read morewe went through implementing our vision; constantly flexible and helpful. The preparation with regards to my husband's final appearance was more than I could have ever hoped for. Though we chose to keep things economical, we were attended to like a huge service.

We had a very unfortunate experience at Midlothian Funeral Home and ended up using Boze in…read moreWaxahachie instead. Staff was cold and became almost hostile when we did not sign what they wanted. We felt taken advantage of and pray nobody else feels this way when navigating the loss of a loved one.

This is a beautiful Funeral Home. Very inviting inside with lots of information for you to grab and…read morefill out. They have a small-medium sized room for a service. Seemed to have plenty of parking. Clean restrooms. Kind employees working the funeral service and were helpful. When thinking about the tough things we have to deal with in life, this is a great place to go when needed.