Funeral Services And Cemeteries near Alameda

“Being a local resident, I have attended several funeral related functions at Greer Mortuary. Whether it be a viewing, a vigil, prayers / the Rosary, or other, I alway knew that Greer would be the venue that most events would take place (other than church, synagogue, temple, or other place of worship). Families would choose Greer not just because of the reputation of the name, but because they have full service with attentive and knowledgeable staff, helpful from the whole process from planning and execution, to post mortem follow ups.That's why most people I know in the area, choose Greer Mortuary..... and then, it sadly was our turn to call upon Greer for their assistance when my father was called to the Lord.Christine was very helpful from the time we reached out, flexible, knowledgeable and just very pleasant during this difficult time. It was also a very "familiar" feeling working with her and her team, since we had so many friends and families use Greer Mortuary in the past, that she knew many of the same florists, church contacts, and related funeral related suppliers, and this made it easy for us as they are trusted.We all know the funeral business is just that, a business, however, Greer Mortuary made the whole process more personable, and really understood our needs and went out of their way to make it feel less than a business transaction and more really support and helping us celebrate the life of my father, in the best way possible, working with Greer Mortuary.They basically did A - Z for us... from the filing of paperwork with the State / County to be able to transport my father from the hospital to their mortuary facilities, to the preparation, the selection of either Caskets or Urns or whatever was needed, and even with getting us the required Death Certificates, etc.,....They did so much behind the scenes work that it allowed us to focus on the real matter, grieving for my father and tending to the many out of town guests who came to mourn the loss and also celebrate the great life my father lived.The grieving part is important as well as the planning for the funeral, and to be able to focus on the family is paramount and we are so grateful to Greer Mortuary for allowing us to focus on what we needed to, rather than the "transactional" side of it.I would definitely recommend Greer Mortuary to anyone who may need their services.Thank you!“

“Reaching out to a funeral home was the most difficult phone call I’ve ever had to make. Fortunately, I called the right place. A friend recommended Alameda after she used them for her husband. When my Mom was suddenly ill, I couldn’t handle much… and everything was happening so quickly.. But, during my first interaction, and throughout, Paul and the rest of the people at Alameda were kind, respectful and professional. They didn’t try to sell me anything, they didn’t keep me any longer than was absolutely necessary, they were aware of my inability to process difficult decisions. They got straight to the necessary details, only pausing when I needed them to…. They were just wonderful. A major bright spot in what was otherwise an intensely difficult time. I will always be grateful to them.Also, Don’t waste precious time on calling other places. This is the only place you need. I did call other places, and I wish I had just called Alameda first.I don’t think you have to make arrangements with them in advance. But, do chose your funeral home before things get too hectic or sad. You will want to know they’re there. Even if logically you know it’s coming, when it happens, you will NOT be in a position to go trolling the internet for a funeral home. So, call them in advance. They’ll walk you through some very important details. Knowing what to expect makes a world of difference during your time of need.“

“The families that will need this services are going to get ver special attention. God bless them“

“Words can’t describe how much we thank you ,I appreciate everything you have done for my family in connection with my mother’s funeral you provided an unsurpassable example of professionalism and sensitivity, and for that I will be eternally grateful.Please also thank all of your wonderful colleagues for all the help they have participated in as wellThank you sincerely S.Deol“

“I recently lost my mother, and during this difficult time, the Neptune Society of Northern California provided exceptional services that greatly eased the burden on our family. From the moment we contacted them, their professionalism and compassion were evident. Korey, our Funeral Arranger, was outstanding. He guided us through the entire process with sensitivity and respect, ensuring that every detail was handled flawlessly. The transport of my mother from the hospital to the cremation site was smooth and dignified, and we felt assured that she was in good hands throughout. The Neptune Society also facilitated a beautiful sea scattering ceremony, honoring my mother's wishes perfectly. Additionally, they took care of obtaining the death certificate from the county and promptly delivered it to us, which was a significant relief during such a stressful time. Their thoughtful approach and attention to detail made the experience both memorable and comforting. I am deeply grateful to Korey and the entire Neptune Society team for their support and excellent service during such a challenging period. I highly recommend their services to anyone in need of compassionate and professional end-of-life arrangements. Thank you, Neptune Society, for helping us celebrate my mother's life in such a meaningful way.“

“Jennifer at Lotus is amazing! She truly did a wonderful job of my parents headstone! We couldn’t be happier with her artistry and the outcome of the final product. She is very professional and the turn around time was extremely fast! I would recommend to all family and friends from now on without a doubt 100%! Thank you Jennifer for giving us peace of mind for our family! You are super reliable. Thank you for everything! You’re the best!“

“Never have I ever felt so alone and lost. During a time of grief, Paul (the owner) was amazing! He was so welcoming and comforting, not to mention so well cultured. Paul knew exactly what I needed for our traditional burial more than I did. That made a huge impression for me. He took care of our worries at our time of need and let our family focus on other things we needed to attend to. For that, I will forever be grateful!“

“Exceptional experience, exceptional professionalism and exceptional kindness from my first contact with Ms. Ruby to my latest, not my "last"--I will call her again.“

“The team at Pacific Interment Service made the painful loss of my dad a bit easier to handle with their care and concern.“

“My wife recently passed away, unexpectedly. Santos and Robinson has been her family's "historic" funeral home in San Leandro. The staff, especially but not only Lupita, were professional, easy-to-work with and kind. Everything is difficult and challenging during the preparation for a funeral. To plan and carry out the funeral of one's wife - my beloved of 30 years - was not easy. But Lupita and the staff at Santos and Robinson made it as easy as possible, and the vigil hosted at the home was beautiful and meaningful. Highly recommended.“

“Excellent service by this organization. They kept us informed throughout the steps. Thank you“

“I used this funeral home to help me coordinate the burial of my wife. I worked with Mr. Lewis and he was absolutely amazing! At a time that has been the worst in my life he handled so many details and took care to keep me updated every step of the way. He went above and beyond and I am extremely grateful. The care that was shown to me is something I will never ever forget. Thank you for everything you did for me I truly appreciate it.“

“Beautiful place. Peaceful, gorgeous, but an air of liveliness that many cemeteries lack. People come here on walks, bike rides, picnics, etc. they take great care of this cemetery.“

“We love to take a walk here because it’s beautiful - with big views of the city - and safe! I see lots of kids riding bikes here too!“

“The service here at Cooper Chapel was amazing. Through this whole process of my father's funeral, Rueben was very sympathetic, helpful and friendly. He was thorough with how everything worked and prompt on timing of everything. Through this hard time Rueben definitely helped make this process smooth. Thank you Rueben!“

“Looking for a final resting home for our parents is the last thing anyone looks forward to doing. When that time came for our family, we had the pleasure working with Jenny. She is so kind and helpful, and made the process as easy as it could have been. I just want to thank Jenny and her team on how she made a difficult time a little more easier. Thanks, from the bottom of my heart.“

“San Lorenzo Pioneer Cemetery is viewable on a driveby on Hesperian Blvd., a very busy street. i was surprised to see a cemetery here. it's been a long time judging by the dullness of the monuments, granites. i never see any activity. there's little green grass visible within the perimeters. the cemetery is closed seemingly at all hours. parking isn't readily available if one wants to visit. i have no interest to do so. one can see within by standing on the perimeter. there is a sign posted that the cemetery will be renovated. the sign is a few years old.“

“There are angels here on earth and Shelia Wells of Harris Legacy is one of them. Dealing with the grief of a loved one while making funeral arrangements is an overwhelming experience. Shelia made us feel cared for with her patient and kind demeanor. Her level of experience and attention to detail will make it easy for my family to recommend her to all. Making funeral arrangements is not something I look forward to having to do in the future but I know when that time comes Shelia and Harris Legacy will be there to help us through. Thank you ❤️“

“The work that they do is GREAT quality and BEAUTIFUL. The only thing was the communication, I understand they have a lot of orders and things come up but I felt they weren't always good communicators.“

“Both of my parents were cremated in Oakland 12 years apart and we had no problem. All went smoothly and they were great with information and quickly picked up their bodies. They made a difficult time go smoothly.“

“I am pleased with the way this Black Family Owned Business has been dealing with myself and my family amidst all the grief.“

“Lovely views within Oakland with rolling hills and lush greenery. We drove much farther than I thought. Everything looked wellMaintain. The staff from the Chapel of the Chimes were polite and respectful. They helped with the burial, traffic control, and parking. It was a lovely service under the circumstances.“