My father recently passed away 5/12/25 and I haven't have the proper closure emotionally or…read morementally in this process. It the worst customer service especially from Maria Garcia very rude she wouldn't answer calls or texts in many occasions I ask her if she could provide me with a copy of the contract of service of my father funeral service and she have refused saying that I wasn't the one who paid for the expense. Being the only child I have the right to have this documentation but she making everything so difficult. Unprofessional- Maria block my number because it goes directly to voicemail I had to use different numbers to get in touch with her. I will not recommend this funeral home to anyone !!

My friend/brother David Williams, Jr. passed away on December 28,2024. Bacon Funeral Home pickup…read morehis body that day, his family has yet to receive his remains. There is no closure for us. This is unacceptable and putting unnecessary heartache on us. Here it is February 19th. What's going on?

Alex and team were true professionals who were very pleasant to work with, but they really went…read moreabove and beyond in handling the funeral for my late grandfather when they were able to get the Air Force to provide burial services. It was unclear if the Air Force could attend as they were heavily booked and my grandfather was discharged many years ago -- but at the last minute they were somehow able to recruit the Air Force to attend, which provided our family with a great sense of pride and made for a special ceremony. We're deeply grateful that we had Alex and the Gawler's team to help us get through a difficult time, and highly recommend that anyone choose them if looking for a funeral home in the DC area.

Absolutely recommend Gawler's for all funeral needs. Kennedi and Zachary were an exceptional team,…read moreextremely responsive to every question and took care of every detail from start to finish. We had an out of state funeral and everything was taken care of. And their pricing/packages are flexible to add customized items we needed and not do the things we weren't interested in.

Pay attention and watch this R.N. Horton funeral Service they will try and do take advantage of the…read morefamily and charge your love ones an additional 1,000.00 to have your love one service on a Saturday after the arrangements have been already fully paid for in advance of your love one passing. Examine the prepaid contract if they insist on getting the additional $1,000.00 well pay them for what they have done and have your love one picked up from Hortons by the new funeral home and taken to the other funeral home that will respect you get a refund from Hortons and this part is "important" get the new funeral home to order your casket. Remember "You" are in charge of your deceased family member not the funeral home. It's totally unnecessary to rip off family members handling the arrangements for an additional 1,000.00 pocket money for the funeral home to handle your loved ones after prearrangements has already been made and "paid for". Also if the removal person shows up to your residence to remove your loved one dressed inappropriately with a hoodie on and casual baggy pants like he's going to a ball game "as a representative of the funeral home" send him away call the funeral Home or another funeral home and "demand" someone that will respect your home and your family that will show up dressed appropriately with at least dress slacks and a decent shirt casual or dress shoes and don't accept them requesting your help to remove your loved one from your residence they should come prepared with two people remember you're paying for this proper service and you tell the funeral home what time to come to your residence to pick up your loved one if you're waiting for other family members to come to your home before your love one is removed from your residence generally they come automatically within 90 minutes but if you need more time let them know when you call to notify them of the passing of your loved one. .

I do recommend this place because of the ease of planning as it relates to services. They provide…read moreyou with several options. The only thing that was a issue for me was that when first sitting down to meet with someone a piece of paper was just sat in front of my face with no real directions or questions being asked to what I would like to see. If you are helping someone with planning while they are grieving or suffered a loss it is very confusing to just sit down and look at a paper with no real guidance or direction. The other issue I had was we paid for a service and it wasn't provided in the time that we previously discussed. Other than that the workers are very respectful upbeat and polite. A little on the pricey side but still decent.

[Coronavirus review] I've walked by it before but I don't…read morerecall spending much time inside, perhaps because I simply underestimated how big it was. The place is very hilly-bring your good walking shoes-but it has a nice row of cherry trees, and is an ideal visit for anyone trying to experience their splendor while the virus closes the normal viewing sites down. There was a variety of foliage, and this was very well-kept terrain. Frankly it's one of those sites that boggles the mind as to what it would go for if it was made available as real estate, but the neighborhood is more beautiful for having kept this spot as it is.

Oak Hill Cemetery is a historic cemetery on a hill along Rock Creek Park in Georgetown in NW DC…read more The cemetery itself is stunning. On roving green hills, the scenery with the gravestones is stunning. Many of the gravestones are monuments and striking. There are a few larger burial areas on the premise as well as benches to sit and enjoy the scenery. There's a little garden as well as benches under a stone bridge. There's also a beautiful chapel designed by renowned James Renwick. There are more strict rules at the cemetery. You can't take professional photos nor bring in pets, bikes, etc. There are many famous DC icons buried here including Katharine Graham, the former publisher of The Washington Post.

We worked with DeVol Funeral Home in 2004 when my Grandfather passed away and had a great…read moreexperience so when my Grandmother passed away I knew who to call. Our funeral director Kyle was easy to work with and his attention to detail helped us Grandkids plan a joyous celebration for our family. On the day of Yesenia was very attentive to any needs that arose. I was in awe at how beautiful my Grandma looked and am so grateful to everyone that took part in helping us have a memorable day.

My aunt passed away very unexpectedly and Devol was the first one in the list provided by the…read morehospital. After calling 6 other funeral homes I knew they were the right choice. They were compassionate, knowledgeable and reliable ... not to mention a fraction of the cost of some others I spoke to. Everyone I dealt with was amazing and each time I called, whoever I spoke to knew me and understood the situation. Having never planned a funeral, they guided me through every step, even recommending a Catholic Church and priest that would perform the service despite not being active members. Michael was caring, yet efficient and competent and helped me navigate some complex autopsy issues. While planning a funeral is something no-one wants to do, they made sure everything was perfect and I will be forever grateful for their kindness.

I hated to need a service like this. But I witnessed Mr. Keillor carry out an extremely…read morecompassionate and caring service of a friend's funeral. He catered to the family's needs (child) throughout the entire process with no hesitation. It was the third service provider we evaluated and we had heard about Mr. Keillor. Completely exceeded our expectations. 10/10 would recommend.

From the owner: Whitney’s Life Center (WLC) is a mortuary service dedicated to carrying out funeral rituals for…read morefamilies in a fashion that aims to provide dignity and comfort through their difficult time. Arrangements may also be conducted virtually and/or in the comfort of the family’s home.

Dear Taylor Funeral Home Family, On behalf of the Washington…read morefamily, and especially Earl Washington, we would like to express our sincere gratitude for the care, compassion, and professionalism you showed during the services for Gertrude Washington. During this process, you treated our family with dignity and kindness, making a very difficult time a little easier to bear. Your attention to detail and genuine concern did not go unnoticed, and it truly felt as though you treated Gertrude as one of your own. Thank you for guiding us with patience, grace, and respect. The service was beautifully done, and we are deeply appreciative of the comfort and support you provided to our family. With heartfelt thanks, Earl Washington & Family.

Excellent service! My son resided in Germantown, MD, but I live in Phoenix, Arizona. From the…read moremoment I had to make the phone call late in the midnight hour, Bishop Taylor and family/staff were absolutely amazing. When my grief overwhelmed me, the website kept me on task and they reached out to me, and was mindful of the time difference, even though I was 3 hours behind. My son looked good, his locs were perfectly done, I couldn't have imagined how well they restored him. And the tapestry was so beautiful I will NEVER forget the compassionate experience I received from Ronald Taylor II. I absolutely love every aspect of the care they provide!

If you're also oddly inspired by cemeteries, you hit the jackpot with Rock Creek Cemetery. Not only…read moreif this cemetery sizeable and with many gems inside, it's next door to another equally interesting cemetery- Soldiers Home Cemetery. Both are located in the Northeast neighborhood of Fort Totten close to several restaurants, parks, and even breweries. As you walk through the main gate, you'll read a sign that notes the cemetery was established in 1887. However, its story begins in 1719 when Maryland was under British rule. The cemetery was in the churchyard of St. Paul's Episcopal Church. When the British left, the area became part of D.C., and years later, it became Rock Creek Cemetery. The cemetery itself has well-kept paths through the property. There are thousands of gravestones, mausoleums, and sculptures. There's also a chapel in the center of the property. The cemetery houses not only politicians but also athletes, writers, journalists, etc. One of the best-hidden gems inside is the Adams Memorial in honor of a photographer. You'll know you stumbled upon it when you see a circle of well-kept bushes. There's a small path leading inside to the eerie memorial.

Peaceful & respectful family funeral here. Brandon is…read moreorganized, tough, kind & excellent...! I truly thank him! Beautiful, serene, historical cemetery... A special place...

I want to start by acknowledging that I have very mixed feelings with drafting this. My family has…read moreused Stewart's for a number of years and for multiple services. The service delivery has always been stellar. Where I do have a concern is with how the business operations and overall customer experience is handled. We are currently attempting to obtain documentation from them and a copy of a funeral bill and they are creating a number of challenges. We can appreciate the necessity of formal processes however, they do not provide details or specifics when asking for clarification. For people addressing complex situations this seems like an area where they would take care to be attentive instead of dismissive.

I am deeply disappointed with my experience with Stuart Funeral Home during one of the most painful…read moremoments of my life. I was told transportation would be sent to pick up my husband's body from the hospital. I later learned this did not happen because I was given conflicting information about when release paperwork needed to be signed. Twenty-four hours passed, and his body was still not picked up. During this stressful time, the customer service I received made the situation harder. I was spoken to in a dismissive tone and was told "it doesn't work like that," instead of receiving clear guidance or support. The consultant did not offer condolences, empathy, or patience. I felt blamed for their miscommunication and left feeling even more overwhelmed. Losing a loved one is painful. Families deserve compassion, accurate information, and respectful service. Because of the lack of care, confusion, and poor treatment, I made the decision to go elsewhere. I hope no other grieving family experiences what I did.

Ms Francine Bryant made the process of completing the process of getting my Sister to the Cremation…read moreCenter and communication was welcoming in times of sorrow. She was professional and guided me through the process. I thank her. I hope to never have to do this again without her help

Everyone at Genesis is thoughtful, efficient, and knowledgeable. We really appreciated working with…read morethem!