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.

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.

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.

Buyer beware. This is not a funeral home. It is a funeral service. There is no showroom. It is…read morea one woman operation who is not completely informed about California Law. You might save a little money here, but it isn't worth it. You will not get the respect you and your loved one deserves. She doesn't always answer her phone so you have to leave a message. Also, she doesn't always return your call. It took 8 weeks to get my daughter's ashes and a birth certificate. Unacceptable!!!!! She had all kinds of excuses why she couldn't go to the crematoria and pick up my loved one. Most funeral homes have employees to do these errands. Don't be fooled by her sweet demeanor. She caused unnecessary pain during this grieving process. Total lack of communication skills. Read the reviews people have written. Go to a real funeral home with an actual showroom and people who care.

My 91 year old father has been trying to contact Sharon Mace since July 2014, and it is now…read moreOctober 2014, and no return calls. He has already paid for his cremation and needed all the paperwork and all his questions answered, has left over 12 messages, and I have left over 7 messages, and nothing except 1 time when she told me in early Sept. that she had it all on her computer and ready to e mail us but she never did. Will be contacting the Department of Cemetery and Funeral Bureau of CA to file a formal complaint against A Special Touch

Very polished, professional, and patient…read more They gave us excellent service and guidance. They help me with my father 13 years ago and then this year with my mother. Both services were in Oakland. Very honest and fair pricing.

Dennis and Wendy are some of the genuinely nicest and caring people I've ever met and done business…read morewith. They are both responsive, sensitive, great listeners and truly care and were with me every step of the way. You don't want to go to anyone else after losing someone you love! They become like family. Pricing is very reasonable, as well. Thank you, Dennis and Wendy. Xxx

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.

Diablo Valley was there to help me and my son at the darkest time of our life. They were…read moreprofessional and caring, and explained everything in a simple understandable way. They made us comfortable and allowed us th share information about our loved one, through our tears. They cared, they listened, they paused paperwork at times, and we completed everything with ease. Casey was "Amazing", and truly seemed to care. She made follow-up calls to ensure we were OK, and said not to hesitate to call for questions or support. They made us so comfortable that it felt like family. Thank you Diablo Valley

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

I highly recommend Pacific Internment for their help and service in facilitating our Green burial…read more Amanda is a joy to work with and was so knowledgeable and helpful with all my many phone calls to her. At the Green burial site, Frank, was beyond helpful in the burying of my friend. We couldn't have managed it without him. Pacific Internment is a class act and anyone using their services would be pleased. Thank you Amanda and Frank for making this unbearable time for us easier. Rinette Turner

I'm so sorry for your loss. And yet, it's inevitable for all of us…read more Let the lovely folks here take care of you and your loved one who has died. Transparent pricing and clear communication and no BS. I made the mistake of calling another place and got spammed with calls and emails from my one inquiry. The absolute last thing I needed when dealing with the grief of loss and of course all the other things that need to happen with a death. They picked her up. They provided the death certificates. They had environmentally friendly options for cremation, although we didn't go with that option because of price and also it wasn't her wishes. They also answered the phone at all hours. Because death happens outside of business hours. May this transition of your loved one also be an opening for you. Holding you with so much tenderness.