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.

I was welcomed as if I were family. The staff was comforting, the services were top notch and my…read moremother was beautiful. I will recommend C P Bannon to everyone I know.

One of my classmate's wife passed away on July 31, 2023. My friend and I found out that the woman's…read morebody was at this mortuary for viewing. My friend called C P Bannon earlier this week to find out when we could come in to pay our respect and say our good byes. A woman by the name of Mrs. Taylor told my friend via phone call that the viewing would be Thursday (today) from 12 PM to 4 PM. When we arrived at the mortuary slightly before 3 PM, we were told by Mrs. Taylor that the body has been transported to the Shiloh Baptist Church in Vacaville for the funeral services. Yes, my friend and I were highly disappointed that we couldn't say our good byes. Nobody from the mortuary notified my friend that this transportation of Mrs. Peters has occurred. This was a lack of communication on the part of the mortuary. Mrs. Taylor suggested to go on their website to leave a message of condolences to my classmate's family. Sad to say I could not find this mortuary on a website, even though I did a Google search. I did a Google search again. I found the website under another name, not C P Bannon. I stand corrected.

This is the most unkept cemetery I've ever visited; weeds instead of green grass. Considering this…read moreis a historical site where some of Jim Jones victims are buried, I would think it would be better maintained. My mom passed in May, 2026. Recently here with flowers to visit my mom's grave site. To my surprise, her headstone wasn't there so I was unsure if I was the right space. Went to front office to inquire, was told they had no record of a headstone being ordered. They had the grounds keeper take me to the site--it was the unmarked space I was at.

Worth a visit to pay respects to the dearly departed, many taken from us much too soon.read more

Date: 5/7/2024 Time: 3:00 PM 72° Sunny…read more On the above date and time, I had an appointment with Paul, the funeral director of Colonial Chapel. Accompanying me was my daughter and one of my high school classmates, Dora, to discuss what type of service I wanted for my husband with Paul. Paul is an excellent funeral director who is not only helpful but also compassionate, empathetic and so understanding. I couldn't ask for anybody than him to handle the arrangement. I find he is approachable and personable; truly a great listener. This chapel is located on the corner of High and Walnut Streets. There is a parking lot for the attendees of a funeral.

This chapel had been around forever. A lot of my relatives come here for funerals. I'd never…read morethought my time would come so soon, but we had to bury both our parents in less than a year. Paul is very direct, but also super knowledgeable and will do everything he can to make this process as smooth as possible. He's familiar with all the traditional funerals, even more than us, so we trusted him with a lot. He delivered and made sure we had everything we needed. Burying loved ones has to be the most challenging and agonizing part of anyone's life & having a reputable chapel like Colonial makes it a little less stressful. Everything was perfect. They did a wonderful job with the dressing, makeup, floral set up and all. I appreciate Colonial. The only thing I would say is the funeral home is dated, but it's been around for ages.

I visited my brother's grave today, and the experience was extremely disappointing. When I arrived,…read moreI was told that they could not locate his gravesite. I remembered the general vicinity where he was buried but not the exact location, so I had to search for and locate his grave myself and then inform the office. What made the experience even more upsetting was the interaction with the front office staff member. I was questioned about my own brother's name in a manner that felt dismissive and as though I did not know who I was there to visit. The lack of compassion and sensitivity was especially disappointing given the nature of the visit. Rollin Hills, please do better when it comes to maintaining accurate records and providing compassionate customer service. Visiting a cemetery is not a casual experience,it is often a time of grief, remembrance, and sorrow. Families deserve to be treated with patience, understanding, and respect during these difficult moments.

when my father was buried here back in 2015, his plot was in the newest area - very well maintained…read moreand pretty green lawn. now it's been 11 years, i went to go visit him today, and i noticed the last several times i been here the lawn has been looking very unkept. i get that you want to keep the newest areas polished because you're selling the space, but how about we maintain all areas of the park? our family paid for my father to be in this area because it's beautiful and i dont want to come here and sit down with him with a super overgrown, uneven lawn. probably might not sound like the biggest deal to many but i wish this area was still nice and clean for him. i almost wanted to go tell this worker to come and clean up the area! just keep in mind for those who purchase the newer areas, expect that eventually it's going to look overgrown and unkept as they start making other new plot areas.

2 minutes ago…read more Thompson funeral home did an exceptional job in the home going celebration for my loved one. They were alway available when I called and were very professional over the phone. Mr. Thompson and his staff did a great job accommodating all of my requests and went above and beyond to ensure everything went smoothly. I would definitely recommend them to anyone I know and thank you again to Mr. Thompson and his staff for your professional service.

Porter Thompson Funeral Home in Oakland did an amazing job with my uncle's service in May 2025…read more During a very difficult time for our family, their team was incredibly attentive, compassionate, and professional from start to finish. They handled everything with care and made sure our family felt supported every step of the way. We are truly grateful for their kindness and the beautiful service they provided. I highly recommend them.

We would especially like to recognize Lupe, who was exceptional throughout the entire process,…read moreespecially arranging the military honors given to our Uncle even in the last minute. Also, to Cesar who is always there informing us what to do from the mortuary to the cemetery. They were compassionate, patient, attentive and genuinely caring. They went above and beyond to make sure everything was handled properly and that our family felt supported during such a difficult time. We are truly grateful for their kindness and professionalism.

*YELP PLEASE DON'T REMOVE, AS I AM HOPING THIS REVIEW WILL HELP FAMILIES CHOOSE SERVICES FOR THEIR…read moreLOVED ONES* Losing our father was sudden and incredibly painful, and from the moment we walked into Santos Robinson Mortuary, we were treated like family and not just clients. In one of the hardest moments of our lives, they took so much weight off our shoulders with genuine care, patience, and compassion. Kevin went above and beyond every step of the way. He explained everything clearly, never rushed us, and made sure our family felt supported throughout the entire process. Nothing felt transactional. Everything felt personal, respectful, and deeply family oriented. You can truly tell this mortuary is built on love, integrity, and service. They handled everything with professionalism while still making us feel seen and cared for as people. That balance is rare, and it meant everything to our family. If you are looking for a place that will take care of you during an unimaginably difficult time, this is it. We are beyond grateful for Santos Robinson Mortuary and for Kevin. Highly recommend.

We were in town on vacation and this was in my list to visit, I'm so glad we went early this is a…read moremassive cemetery and I wanted to see as much as possible. We saw a few famous people who are buried here. This truly is one of the most beautiful cemeteries I've seen in awhile the mausoleums are gorgeous Lots of walking and hills a beautiful sunny day.

Beautiful views of the East Bay and even San Francisco. This is a nice place to walk around. I only…read morewish it was open to the public more often. I think it's only Wednesdays and weekends.

Prompt, professional service. Fair pricing, made difficult decisions easier…read more Thanks Harry, Rosa and crew.

Harry and all of the workers I encountered at Alameda Funeral were beyond wonderful. It takes a…read moretrue kind spirit to work well in this profession. From the phone calls and emails, to the setting up of our family's final goodbye- Harry made everything comfortable and easy. This death was one of the worst things to happen in our family and Harry's compassion, professionalism, and knowledge surely made the process a bit easier. Thank you Harry and all of the staff at Alameda Funeral and Cremation!

They took care of both. My father and my father passed away five days apart. They handled…read moreeverything with dignity and grace.

Unresponsive and unprofessional. Try Bay Area Cremations! Fast friendly and efficient.read more