About Swanson Funeral Home
Swanson Funeral Home is a highly regarded funeral home located on the westside, known for its professional, kind, and respectful treatment of the bereaved. The funeral home has earned a reputation for its honesty, forthrightness, and exceptional service. Clients have consistently praised the staff's empathy and attention to detail. The director, Mr. Ayler, in particular, has been described as kind, professional, and going above and beyond to address the needs of grieving families. The funeral home's packages are reasonably priced and include essential services such as the minister, cosmetologist, and soloist. The Swanson team has been commended for their responsiveness and willingness to accommodate special requests. For instance, one client was grateful when the funeral home's driver, Mr. Allen, offered to take them back to their hotel after the cemetery service, as they were from out of town. Overall, Swanson Funeral Home has consistently provided exceptional, compassionate, and affordable care to families during their most challenging times. Clients have expressed their strong recommendation for the funeral home's services.
We live out of town, and when my mother passed, her wish was to return to Detroit to be buried near her own mother. From the very beginning, the team at West McNichols Chapel, especially Linda Swanson, showed us such warmth and care. Linda guided us through each step with genuine compassion, patience, and professionalism, which meant more than words can express.
She coordinated everything with the funeral home in Georgia and made sure my mother’s remains were transported safely to Detroit. Linda stayed close to us throughout the process, helping with the cemetery arrangements and even recommending a wonderful graphics business for the obituary. Her steady...read full review
My family has been using Swanson’s for many years. Recently, my aunt passed and she also used Swanson’s. She looked amazing and they did an incredible job in preparing for her service and during the service. However, the church Clinton Chapel A.M.E. Zion in Detroit had no heat on and the entire funeral was freezing. In addition , the Internment was scheduled for Monday March 30, 2026 at 1pm. This time was mentioned during the service and listed on the obituary. Upon arrival to the Lincoln Memorial Cemetery in Clinton Township. MI for the 1pm Internment, the family was notified that the burial already took place without family members present . The specific...read full review
Swanson Funeral Home Family & Staff have served my family for many years and always giving quality service. I highly recommend them to anyone in need and pre-need at the most difficult time to Lighting the burden on our family. Thank B.Schultz