From the start of this very difficult time, Oakmont has been so helpful. We were recommended to…read morework with Marilu and we are sure glad that we did that. She is kind, understanding, responsive, and thoughtful. Every detail has been handled gently and with warm professionalism. We are grateful to Oakmont for guiding us through this very difficult process. Thank you, Marilu, you are a blessing :)

After losing our son to a 4 day battle with Leukemia, we purchased a boulder memorial space at…read moreOakmont based on the clear representation that it was different from a traditional grave site -- that this space was yours to personalize and decorate, with things like garden items, sculptures, and other meaningful memorial touching items . That representation mattered to us. We chose this space for a reason. It has been a huge part of our grieving process and allows us to "do" things for our son. Recently, Oakmont removed and threw away all of our items from our son's memorial space, including items that were not prohibited. These were not random decorations -- they were personal, sentimental memorial items placed with love and care over time. What makes this even worse is that Carriage Services customer service initially seemed understanding and told me they would get back to me by last week. They did not. So at this point, in addition to the distress of having meaningful items discarded, we are also being met with silence from carriage services (Oakmont apparently follows their direction?!?). Oakmont has been kind to me post throwing away my sons items but has no answers and will no longer honor the space to be used as sold. If Oakmont intended to treat these boulder spaces the same as standard grave spaces, that should have been made clear at the time of sale. It was not. These spaces were sold with the understanding that families had greater freedom to create a personal memorial. Throwing away memorial items without clear notice, while failing to follow up afterward, is deeply upsetting and unacceptable. Not so much as a phone call prior to trashing his items despite no rules against boulders having items ever employed. Families deserve honesty about what they are buying, clear rules, and basic respect. A place that was once a place of healing and peace is now a place of trauma. Apparently after calling carriage services, they are putting items on shelves - so if you have a space you may have the opportunity to retrieve your items - an opportunity we weren't given.

My family had a very good experience with Tradition Care Funeral Services…read more The staff was extremely helpful, guiding us through the process during a time of grief. They followed up quickly on all our questions. They were sensitive and considerate at all times. They listened and responded to all of our needs. Their support was of the highest quality. We had unique requirements for out-of-country transport; Eric and his team made it happen for us. I am grateful that they were recommended by our Hospice Team.

From the time we connected with Eric over the phone we were treated with care and concern. We met…read morethe day are mother passed and he was thorough and helpful in making decisions. We were fortunate the funeral and services were to be in Lodi where he is part of the community. He helped with the church, pastor, organist and cemetery. He was personally involved the day of the service which included being prepared for the heavy rains that occurred. Everything was well organized and could have not asked for better care. Five star services

Losing my mother was one of the hardest experiences of my life, but Diablo Valley Cremation and…read moreFuneral Services made a difficult time much more manageable. From the very beginning, their team treated us with compassion, respect, and professionalism. Rose was especially wonderful--kind, patient, and incredibly helpful throughout the entire process. She guided me through every step with care and understanding, making sure I felt supported and never overwhelmed. The drivers who came to my home were equally professional and respectful. They handled everything with such dignity and sensitivity that it truly lifted a huge burden off my shoulders. Because of their care, I was able to focus on grieving and healing rather than worrying about the logistics. I am deeply grateful for the kindness and support I received, and I highly recommend Diablo Valley Cremation and Funeral Services to anyone in need of these services. They truly go above and beyond during life's most difficult moments.

On August 4th, my family suffered the devastating loss of my brother and trusted Diablo Valley…read moreFuneral Home to prepare him with dignity and respect. Instead, we were met with shocking negligence. The embalming was done incorrectly, and at his funeral there were flies on his body and a foul odor so strong that even masks couldn't block it. Guests were visibly uncomfortable and left questioning the care he received. Afterward, the funeral home admitted the embalmer hadn't done the job correctly and that my brother still needed more time to be prepared -- yet they never told us beforehand. This robbed us of leaving our last memory with him in peace, turning it into something even more painful and traumatic. This was more than a mistake; it was a profound failure to treat a human being with the basic dignity he deserved. Their negligence has left us still living a nightmare, deepening our grief and leaving a wound that will never fully heal.

This review is long overdue, but it is so well deserved…read more Last year, we laid my dad to rest at Queen of Heaven Catholic Cemetery, and I want to sincerely thank George and Priscilla for the exceptional care they provided to my family during one of the most difficult times of our lives. My dad lost his battle with cancer, and saying goodbye to him was the hardest experience I have ever faced. Priscilla handled all of the cemetery arrangements, while George managed the funeral, church, and burial services with incredible compassion and professionalism. During a time filled with grief, stress, and uncertainty, George and Priscilla were a source of comfort and guidance. They made a very difficult process feel seamless and treated our family with kindness, dignity, and genuine care every step of the way. They far exceeded our expectations, and I truly don't know what we would have done without them. Queen of Heaven is a beautiful and peaceful cemetery nestled in the foothills of Lafayette. The grounds are serene and impeccably maintained, and the chapel is one of the most beautiful cemetery churches I have ever seen. Knowing my dad rests in such a special place brings our family comfort. I was also told they offer a monthly Saturday memorial service to honor and remember loved ones who have recently passed. As Cancer Awareness Month comes to a close, I find myself reflecting on my dad's life and the impact cancer has on so many families. This month, I completed a cycling fundraiser to help raise awareness and support the fight against cancer in memory of my dad and for all those who have passed away or continue to battle this disease. It reminded me how precious life truly is. What I've learned through this journey is simple: if there are things you've always wanted to do, places you've wanted to see, or people you've wanted to spend time with, do it now. Don't wait. Life is precious, and it passes by far too quickly. Thank you, George, Priscilla, and the entire team at Queen of Heaven. This review may be long overdue, but our gratitude remains just as strong today as it was a year ago. We will never forget your kindness, compassion, and the comfort you brought our family during our darkest days. In loving memory of my dad.

Beautiful peaceful cemetery. This is a fairly small cemetery which makes it quiet and intimate for…read moreyour loved ones.

We had a truly beautiful experience with Valley Memorial Park Cemetery, Funeral Home, and Reception…read moreCenter during one of the most difficult times in our lives. From the very beginning, their team was patient, compassionate, and never made us feel rushed or pressured. After a previous experience with another funeral home where everything felt urgent, this was completely different. The atmosphere here was serene, welcoming, and allowed us the space to breathe, ask questions, and make decisions with care. We genuinely felt supported every step of the way. Because of this experience, I now feel inspired to plan my own arrangements ahead of time so my family can focus on grieving and being together, rather than navigating logistics during such a painful time. I am deeply grateful for the care they provided. 10/10, and I would highly recommend them to anyone in need of compassionate and professional funeral services.

Valley Memorial was wonderfully helpful and kind when my dad passed 9 months ago with his handling,…read morecremation and everything that goes with it.. I would have highly recommend ed and given them 5 stars even then. But now, I'd give them 10 stars if I could. They were amazing as I navigated through last minute, challenging complications with my mom's remains leading up to her burial.... and they didn't even handle her or cremate her when she passed (an East Bay mortuary did). They truly went above and beyond even coming to pick up my moms remains at my home and finding a way to ensure it would arrive safely close to her burial site since I could not take her on a plane with her urn. They were kind, compassionate, professional, thorough, and go above and beyond at a time when it's really needed. Thank you Eugene, in particular!

My family has used Hull's Chapel service for both my paternal grandparents and my maternal…read moregrandfather. The people here are super nice and very helpful and caring to us. When my paternal grandparents used their services, they took care of and helped dress my grandparents for our viewing services rather well. They never bothered us but were attentive in case of our need. And when we were ready to use the furnace, they were extremely helpful and understanding for our time. Recently, we used their service again for my maternal grandfather. Everything was as I remembered (previous time was 2020), and the service and hospitality for us was great. Once again, we used the space of the chapel to hold the service for my grandfather and when it was time, the gentlemen closed the casket with sincerity and respect. Overall, I highly recommend this place for cremation services. The pricing was very fair for what we wanted for a 6 hour Open Casket Viewing and the service is top notch.

Super clutch in time of need. Super sincere and supportive. No haggling no high-pressure. No…read moremark-ups or add-ons. Other memorial chapels felt like we were negotiating to buy a used car and some of them were as expensive as a new car.

Our family would like to sincerely thank Ouimet Brothers Concord Funeral home and especially Fehia…read moreT., the arranger, for the kindness, compassion and gentle support we received during such a difficult time. Fehia guided us with warmth, patience, and care, helping make a very emotional process feel more peaceful and manageable. One especially meaningful touch was her suggestion to display my mom's paintings on stands around the room, which created a beautiful and personal atmosphere in honor of our loved one. We also appreciated the transparency and thoughtful accommodations regarding pricing, which helped our family make respectful and affordable choices without feeling pressured. The entire staff treated our loved one with dignity and respect, and we are truly grateful for the care shown to our family throughout the process.

During the most difficult time, Ouimet has been a true blessing. From the very start, Fehia has…read morebeen kind, understanding, responsive, and thoughtful. Both her and Vicky have a calm and peaceful way about them that has really made parts of this process easier. Thank you so much, Fehia and Vicky- you have made a difference :)

Hello, we had just had our services done about a few days ago. From me any my family we would like…read moreto leave a review on continental funeral home services, from the beginning to end , was this experience super well, super professional, super considerate. We would like to give a big thank you to Jose, for helping and managing everything for us, loosing a loved one and having to plan a funeral is very hard , so having Jose really helped us a lot. They are spanish speaking , so that was a big plus for me and any family , thank you to Continental funeral home! we appreciated everything!

From the owner: At Continental Funeral Home, we understand that saying goodbye is one of life's most difficult…read moremoments. We are dedicated to providing compassionate, dignified, and culturally sensitive funeral care to the Oakland community. Our experienced team is here to guide your family through every step of the process with transparency and respect. We specialize in Traditional Burials, Direct Cremations, Pre-Planning Services, Casket and Urn selection, and Repatriation services. We are available 24 hours to support you. ** ESPAÑOL ** En Continental Funeral Home, entendemos que despedirse es uno de los momentos más difíciles de la vida. Nos dedicamos a brindar un servicio funerario compasivo, digno y culturalmente sensible a la comunidad de Oakland. Nuestro equipo experimentado está aquí para guiar a su familia en cada paso del proceso con transparencia y respeto. Nos especializamos en Entierros Tradicionales, Cremaciones Directas, Planificación Previa, Selección de Ataúdes y Urnas, y Servicios de Repatriación. Estamos disponibles las 24 horas para apoyarle.