Selecting a funeral home is something we never like to think about until the time is facing us…read more Should that happen and you are put in the path of selecting a funeral home for your loved one, I'd recommend Conkle on 16th Street. They also offer Pre-Planning packages to avoid putting your loved ones through this experience. They are compassionate, kind, respectful of your loved ones, and they gently walk you through the selection process. They realize you're numb from grief and no one is ever ready for this process in our lives. Conkle's interior remains as it has been for years but is clean, well maintained and cared for even though the drapes are certainly out of style. I know! Who's looking at the drapes at a time like this? The chapels are large and can be increased or decreased as necessary. They try to accommodate every person's budget and are helpful even after the service when you need death certificates or have questions. One additional thought is many restaurants are located within walking distance of Conkles in Speedway for those who spend hours supporting the family. This was brought to my attention and much appreciated for those assisting the family and friends.

We have had the need to funeralize both parents, most recently in November. Both services were at…read morethe location in Speedway. Conkle has been gracious, patient, informative and professional without pushing additional services or options. They allowed us space and time while guiding us through the necessary steps. Their staff was prompt and respectful when they came for Dad's body and they worked swiftly without rushing to provide that service. Les helped us through each step of planning the services and has continued to assist us with things like applying for a DD-214 to verify military service and securing additional death certificates. We have felt listened to, respected and valued. Recommendations are suggestions, highly personal, and I highly recommend Conkle.

So I know I'm normally reviewing restaurants and such I just had to come here and give a spot on…read morereview of Williams & Bluitt funeral home. So our loved one recently passed away and it was quite sudden so when leaving the hospital they provide you with a list of funeral homes and you need to make a decision within 24 hours of your loved ones passing! We first contact W&B because they came highly recommended and am I glad we did choose them! LaMonde Nixon the director was really patient with us and not judgmental of our family dynamics and dysfunction but helped us maneuver through the most difficult time of someone's life! From Ms. Norma at the front to Kayla everyone was so warm and understanding! As Mr Nixon was able to smoothly work with our insurance company and we found a plan that was suitable for our needs! So if you're ever in the need of a good funeral home and I pray that you won't be in a need any time soon but if you are I truly recommend Williams & Bluitt Funeral Home!

Williams and Bluitt were awesome!! There services were phenomenal. My Granddaughter Emirah looked…read moreso beautiful. When I tell You when they say how she was going to look they did not lie. They owned up to what they said they were going to do. They just did an amazing job. I want to thank Angela Jones for being there with us every step of the way she made it much more easier and less stressful. And the team that made her looked like a princess I'm loss for words, thank you, thank you, thank you. God is Good all the time God is Good. Thank you so much, Clara Rowe

Very professional and caring. I was about to lose my father and called them to inquire about their…read moreservices. Not only are they reasonably priced, but very gentle in the way they ask for pertinent information. Highly recommend

I worked with Dan on funeral arrangements for my father who passed away. He was very helpful, kind,…read moresupportive during such a hard time and he took care of me through and through. I wish him all the best and thank him for all his hard work, I highly recommend him.

My coworker arranged for my team to have an outing for us here. She loves coming to Crown Hill to…read morewalk and has gone on many of the tours offered. We booked a tour for the last one of this year. The tour was half walking and half driving. We opted to do the notable crime figures who were buried in the cemetery. Or as the description said: "On this tour, we'll learn about the more sensational stories in the Indianapolis news from the 1860s to the 1970s. A few stops we'll make will be to learn about the infamous Nancy Clem and the Cold Spring Murders; bank robber John Dillinger; the rising executive slain by his mistress in the 1950s; grave robber Hampton West; the 1977 exploits of kidnapper Tony Kiritsis; Dr. Helene Knabe's brutal unsolved murder in 1911; and the Marjorie Jackson case of 1977." The tour was two hours long and we did hit all of the spots the email mentioned. The foliage and serenity of the cemetery was very nice to take in. Our tour guide seemed more knowledgeable on some of the stops than others but it would be hard to keep it all straight. Most of the parts were spaced out so you needed to drive to the location and then get out to walk. Some of the spots walking were uneven. Overall it was a good way to take in the cemetery and learn about some notable people buried in there.

From the owner: Crown Hill Foundation welcomes visitors from all over the world to discover, explore, and…read moreexperience the nation's 3rd largest non-government cemetery. Crown Hill Cemetery is a top Indianapolis tourist destination where visitors can take historic tours, participate in educational and fun events; study its heritage and amazing trees, and enjoy its endless natural beauty.

Lavenia's staff is second to none! Stephanie guided us through this process with ease and was able…read moreto answer all of our questions and help with things we didn't know. She made this process easy to understand and easy to handle. The rest of the staff was also helpful and sympathetic to our emotions and needs. They all have a special talent to putting a mourner at ease. We felt comfortable with having them take care of our mom.

From the owner: Lavenia & Summers Home for Funerals has proudly served Indianapolis families with compassion,…read moredignity, and respect for generations. We specialize in creating meaningful funeral and cremation services that reflect each family's unique culture, values, and traditions. Known for our professionalism, integrity, and commitment to excellence, families trust us to provide guidance, comfort, and care during life's most difficult moments. Visit us at 5811 E 38th St, Indianapolis, IN 46218.

Horrible post burial services by the location on East Washington Street !!…read moreOnce my girlfriends mother (Katheryn rest her soul) was laid to rest, April 2020 in the mausoleum, it was discovered that her vase and memorial brass name ring was crushed by the forklift used to lift her casket into place. This was reported to the onsite staff early May, 2020 and it is now Dec. and it's still not corrected. Therefore the family has not been able to leave flowers in remembrance of their mother for Memorial Day, her birthday, Mothers Day, the parents anniversary or any other holiday in 2020. It also took more than 6 months for Katheryn's headstone to be engraved with her date of passing, which took 5 discussions with onsite staff of this location. Such an injustice and mistreatment to the deceased family. In particular Michael Bridgewater who spoke rudely to one of the daughters in a phone call regarding said topics, after escalating the issue to his superior. We will NEVER consider using this firm for funeral or burial services in the future.

Funeral Director Cari Jones did a fantastic job in managing my father's visitation, funeral, and…read moreburial. The visitation in the Broad Ripple facility was peaceful and calm, in a clean and pleasant space; she and her staff made things run as smoothly as we could have ever hoped for. She worked with staffers and clergy from a nearby church for easy transitions into and out of the funeral service, and with the cemetery managers at the burial site. Our choices were outlined clearly, with no hidden costs. We appreciate the respectful professionalism from Ms. Jones and the team at the Broad Ripple location.