I cannot thank the team at Honor Cremation enough for the care they showed my family during my…read moremom's cremation and memorial process. Losing a parent is incredibly hard, but they handled everything with such a high level of dignity and grace that it truly eased some of the burden for us. Communication: From the very first call, I felt heard and supported. They were incredibly patient with all of my questions and kept me updated every step of the way, which gave me so much peace of mind. The Process: I found their approach to be very modern, transparent, and straightforward. There was never any pressure or "salesy" feeling, just genuine empathy and a focus on what my mother and our family needed. The Memorial: They helped us navigate the details for her memorial with so much respect. Everything was handled professionally, allowing us to focus on honoring her memory rather than worrying about the logistics. I am so grateful to have had their guidance during this time. If you are looking for a team that treats your loved ones with true honor and provides a seamless, compassionate experience, I cannot recommend them highly enough. I also really appreciated the honesty in their business model. I know it could technically be cheaper if they did every single thing in-house, but they intentionally use outside sources for certain steps to ensure everything is handled by specialists. I actually felt like I got more value this way because I knew I was getting the best possible care at every stage. It's also worth noting for other families that they don't have an embalming service; they focus purely on a dignified, natural process which was exactly what we wanted for my mom. I am so grateful to have had their guidance during this time. If you are looking for a team that treats your loved ones with true honor and provides a seamless, compassionate experience, I cannot recommend them highly enough. Thank you, Honor Cremation, for taking such wonderful care of my mom.

Honor cremations is a legitimate organization. My family chose Honor Cremations and had a…read moresuccessful Cremation and Memorial with them. Customer service: 5/5 Value: 3.5/5 Execution: 5/5 From a service standpoint, they excellent. The team is available 24 hours via phone and text. For the majority of my work with them, they were extremely responsive, had good pass downs between shifts and team members, and worked to meet all our needs and timelines. They never pressured us into anything or upsold us. They just wanted to support whatever we needed. My family needed an expedited cremation and memorial all within a week of my family member passing and Honor Cremations was able to make that happen and get the paperwork done with the county in that timeframe. Honor's paid casket option was cheaper than other crematories and was a very nice, presentable casket. Honor does not embalm in house but has embalming providers they can work with. The only reason I would hesitate to select Honor again is because other crematories were more cost effective (up to $1000 cheaper for our package selections), but Honor did what they could to reduce costs and provide flexible options and offerings. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them to others if service and empathy is a top priority.

Thank you, Rainbow for all of your support. You helped me beyond the normal processing for my…read moremother but throughout the ordeal with Kaiser. It was extremely horrible experience. It took more than 9 days including the weekend, Saturday and Sunday. Rainbow was encouraging. She gave me the time, 3 PM, so we could delay our plan i.e. postpone to a later day. In the meantime, due to my "cyclic telephone conversation with Kaiser", I stopped arranging for details like flowers and other services. I will be posting my ordeal with Kaiser separately, later. Since I was angry, frustrated and did not understand the complications for Kaiser refusing, I did not have the energy and could not "REPEAT the cyclic information I HEARD". So, I did not update my family after every single telephone conversation. At one point, others in "Santa Clara Funeral and Cremation Services" started questioning and became involved. I believe that due to their involvement, we achieved a compromise and I accepted "the work-around". Thank you, Rainbow, and everyone who supported me during one of the saddest periods in my life. Santa Clara Funeral & Cremation Service (The Casket Store) FD-2072 1386 N. Winchester Blvd. San Jose, CA 95128 408-296-2988

Rainbow was empathetic and professional. The price for all the cremation was very reasonable as…read morewell. Rainbow made a difficult time more comfortable as she explained every step of the way. She even went the extra mile in locating a misplaced wallet that disappeared between the hospital and funeral home. Thank you.

We worked with Don at Lima and he was great! We truly…read moreappreciate his patience and guidance throughout the process. It made the experience smooth and positive considering the circumstances.

When my mother died at the nursing home at 11:20 p.m. within 40 minutes Don Lima called me to let…read moreme know that they had transported my mother's body to his Mortuary. I met with Don the next business day, and we went over the arrangements. He's a very kind and caring person and very upfront about all the associated costs and fees for his services. He helped me pick out a casket, and there was no pressure or sales pitch like you were trying to buy a car. Don knows that people are already in an emotional state, and it's heart-wrenching for people to arrange these things. Don is there to help, guide, and answer all your questions and shows you all the fees up front. I found the fees to be very reasonable and it's a very beautiful facility with very kind staff. We had a small memorial viewing at the chapel at his facility followed by a funeral procession to the cemetery. His cosmetologist did a beautiful job of making my mother presentable since she was 96 years old and the cancer had decimated her appearance. Also the casket spray that they ordered for me through Citti's florist was a stunning piece, and overall I was very pleased and happy with how professional and beautiful the service was for me, my son, girlfriend, and guests. Don orchestrated the service and stayed the entire time until they lowered my mother's casket into the grave, and always there to offer any assistance he could. I fully endorse Lima & Campagna Sunnyvale Mortuary as a caring and kind business to ensure your deceased loved ones are taken care of in the end.

Losing my brother is a pain that still cuts incredibly deep, but I'm truly grateful for the…read morecompassion and professionalism shown by Berge‑Pappas‑Smith during one of the hardest weeks of my life. From the initial body collection through the funeral service itself, their team helped shoulder a burden that felt impossible at the time. Ian, Michelle, Andrea, and Fabian were all kind, attentive, and deeply respectful throughout the entire process. Being able to have everything coordinated and completed within a single week was nothing short of a lifesaver, and their willingness to open early for us was an extra act of kindness we won't forget. On the day of the service, all of the flowers sent by loved ones were beautifully arranged, adding a sense of care and dignity to the space. Death is never easy to accept, and navigating logistics while grieving only makes it harder. While no one can ease the loss itself, the people at Berge‑Pappas‑Smith made an incredibly painful experience more manageable through their empathy and support. For that, our family is sincerely thankful.

We had a Memorial Service/ Celebration of Life for my dearly, departed father. First off, I was…read moreimpressed by the photo gallery of Berge-Pappas-Smith's "Chapel of the Angels." Seeing it in person did not disappoint. A beautiful, humble, nicely gardened funeral home. Lots of parking, lots of greenery. Even more beautiful in person. Gorgeous chapel with a view of a lush garden. Very private, not huge, but good for a medium/large size gathering. Best fit for 30 - 100ish people. The staff were incredible and incredibly kind. It's a family owned business, and it is clear that they have pride in the business with good reason. Sam was our point of contact and director and he did such a wonderful job both in explaining the process and kindness in his guidance from start to finish. Ian, Art, and everyone who helped is with the day were wonderful. A wonderful day & so happy we chose BPS COTA for this occasion. Highly recommended.

Exceptional Funeral Services for My Father…read more Losing my father was one of the hardest moments of our lives, and I had no idea where to begin with arranging his funeral. From the very first call, the team made the entire process so much easier and more manageable for us. They guided us step-by-step--from helping us schedule meetings, to clearly explaining what needed to be done depending on the practices we chose (Catholic or Christian), to handling all of the important documents on our behalf. Their advice was always practical, honest, and rooted in experience. One thing that gave us tremendous peace of mind was knowing that my father would be cared for with dignity during his full-body repatriation to the Philippines. They ensured that he would arrive safely and properly prepared, and we are forever grateful for that reassurance. A special thank you goes to Tom Beddingfield, who was a true anchor through all of this. His patience, professionalism, and steady guidance made an overwhelming process so much easier for our family. I cannot thank him enough for a job exceptionally well done. We also want to highlight the incredible work of Dean DeBruin, who created my dad's video tribute. This was no simple task--my father had a massive and disorganized collection of photos totaling 16 gigabytes. Dean was unbelievably patient, kind, and accommodating through every revision and request. The final tribute was heartfelt, beautiful, and truly captured who my dad was. The coordination between the funeral team and the church was seamless. The staff communicated directly with the parish where we planned to hold the viewing and funeral mass, which removed so much stress from us. We are especially thankful to Fr. Francis, who reached out personally to learn about my father's life so he could honor him meaningfully during the service. We would also like to express our deep appreciation to Noriel P. Adricula, the incredible singer and pianist who provided the music for the funeral mass. His performance was heartfelt and beautiful--exactly what my father deserved. All who attended my father's funeral were in awe of how beautifully everything was managed--professional, heartfelt, and all at a very reasonable price. We felt supported every step of the way, and we are truly grateful for the care this team provided to our father and to us.

Losing my brother was one of the hardest moments of my life, and during that time Beddingfield…read moreFuneral Service gave us something priceless, peace of mind. Christian and Tom handled everything with compassion and respect, from guiding us through the death certificate process to managing all the arrangements to send him from San Jose to Germany. What stood out most was how trustworthy and professional they were. Whatever they said, they delivered. There were no delays, no excuses, no frustration on our side, just everything taken care of exactly the way it needed to be. In a moment of grief, having people you can rely on makes all the difference. Beddingfield allowed us to focus on honoring my brother instead of worrying about logistics. For that, I will always be grateful. Five stars without hesitation.

Sarah was outstanding in helping me manage my husband's arrangements, not only during the time…read moreshortly after his death, but in supporting many other needs long after his funeral. Very compassionate, very much appreciated. It is a solace to know your husband's cremation remains are treated with respect and sent to me. Thank you very much.

My dad passed and we acquired the services of Spanglers for the second time in my family. They were…read moreprompt in picking up dad from our house, and made all the arrangements in a span of 3 days after death. The funeral home was bright and airy not gloomy and dark like the other funeral homes that I've been to. Dad looks handsome and peaceful. They provided us with a handsome casket and glorious bouquet. They were courteous professional, and friendly.

Service was excellent and kind; staff were readily responsive and very understanding of my…read morediscomfort while going through massive grief. Cremation proceedings went along on an appropriate timeline, and I have no complaints there. I had made the assumption that urns would have engravings by default, but I was wrong there. If you want an engraving, be sure to note that in the online ordering add-ons page as it can be easy to miss. One complaint: I wish it had been disclosed earlier to me that all their South Bay locations, including the Cupertino location on Moorpark, were closed to the public, and the nearest option to pick up ashes was all the way in Brentwood - nearly a 1.5 hr drive away. If I had known that, I likely would have picked a different service as long drives are hard for me, and having ashes delivered felt inappropriate to me.

This was the first time I have needed cremation services. My primary concern was being able to…read morepick up the remains of my family member at a b&m location: not have them mailed to me. The cremation counselor at Bay Area Cremation Society was able to answer my immediate questions after hours and guide me through process with compassion. I recommend BACS for a no frills, no pressure cremation service with excellent communication through out the process.

My Sweet dog had a wonderful life of love. When she was 16 years old actually, 2 weeks before she…read morewould turn 17, when I realized it was time to let her pass in peace. I called Peaceful Pathways and they called me back later that day and set up a time to come to my home. The Vet was kind and patient. My sweet baby got to pass away in my home in a peaceful quiet home she'd lived in her whole life. She was calm. This was the exact opposite from what had happened at the last dog I had put to sleep at the Vets office. Using Peaceful Pathways was the best kindest way to say good bye.

Dr. Winnick is nothing short of exceptional. She is extremely competent and knowledgeable as a…read moreclinician. When we need a service like hers, we are not thinking straight. We are gutted and heartbroken. I cannot imagine having had a more exceptional and loving transition for my beloved kitty who had graced me with 18-1/2 incredible years. It broke my heart that we had to part from each other, but the peaceful look on his face was comforting as he transitioned. I cannot thank you enough, Dr. Winnick.

Aileene was extremely helpful through the entire process when my wife passed away. She kept us up…read moreto date and quickly answered our questions. The cemetery is very beautiful and well kept. I strongly recommend Aileene and The Gate of Heaven Cemetery.

This is the prettiest cemetery, quiet and reverent. It gives a sense of peace and beautyread more