We are beyond words in expressing our gratitude to the entire Cremation.Green team. When our…read morebeautiful13-year-old daughter passed from Ewing Sarcoma at MDA in Houston, we were initially transferred to another facility for cremation -- a rushed process that left us uneasy because the facility was so cold and nothing like what we expected for our sweet girl. Late that evening, while searching for a place that would truly honor her, we found Cremation.Green. We called close to 9 p.m., and Laci answered with such compassion and understanding. She immediately helped us make arrangements, and by the next morning, they sent a vehicle and our daughter was lovingly brought to their farm. The experience was beyond what we could have hoped for. We were able to watch the entire cremation and send her off ourselves -- something that brought immense peace and closure. The facility was modern, serene, and absolutely beautiful, with a viewing room designed in the warmest, most comforting way imaginable. When we walked out with her ashes, the wind was softly blowing, and the trees and windmill seemed to wave us on. In that moment, we felt a deep sense of calm and gratitude. We are forever thankful to Cremation.Green for creating such a sacred, dignified, and loving space for our little birdie's farewell.

What makes Austin a great city is its community and when I was faced with finding a funeral home to…read moretake my husband's body it was traumatizing. Luckily the city has support services that help you in the process and the counselor they sent did a google search and found this place because I wanted to deal with a place that was close to home. They had a list of funeral homes and cost for cremation from traditional funeral homes was exorbitant just for the cremation not including transport, storage, fees, etc. So we found this place and the counselor called this place on my behalf. It took about an hour for them to get the body and later that afternoon I was able to talk with them on what services I needed. Pricing is very transparent and they handle almost all of the paperwork online. I was able to select the urn, extra death certificates, and get it expedited. they handle all of the paperwork and filing and you even get an obituary page with unlimited words. There was a slight hiccup with the Dr delaying the signature in the death certificate but it was resolved quickly and it took less than a month to receive my husband's ashes. On top of that it's carbon neutral and they use the cleanest technologies. They offer other services like green burials or water cremation as well. I didn't opt for a viewing but they also provided services around that too. Since I live central my pick up was off 290 but they also have a couple other locations further north or south. If you're looking for an alternative that is environmentally friendly and won't break the bank I can say this is a good option.

Purchased years ago. When needed, amazingly quick support…read more Service outstanding. Staff cordial and proficient. Best investment I have made.

My mom had a prepaid plan with Neptune. When she passed this month, working with Neptune, and in…read moreparticular Amber, could not have been easier. Amber explained the process, kept me informed both via phone and e-mail, and answered all my questions. Everything happened exactly as she said it would and in the timeframes outlined. I could not have had a more positive experience, circumstances not withstanding.

Alamo Survivor, famous locals, Pokémon go, Ingress. I don't think this place has a restroom. If…read moreyou are looking for something specific, it could take a long time. It's beautiful, old, and fairly unkept (weeds, vines, stickers, fire ants). Drivable/accessible. Susanna Dickinson - section 1, Lot 363 located in the southwest end of the old cemetery. Including info because it's hard to find specifics. Blurry map available online. Bio: Susanna Dickinson was the wife of Captain Almaron Dickinson and was the sole adult Anglo survivor that witnessed the massacre at the Battle of the Alamo. On the morning of March 6, 1836, as the troops of General Antonio López de Santa Anna stormed the mission, Captain Dickinson ran to his wife, reported that all was lost, and expressed hope that she could save herself and their child. Although he died at the Alamo, his wife and child Angelina survived. Following the fall of the Alamo, Susanna was escorted from the Alamo mission, interviewed by Santa Anna himself and sent by him with a message to Sam Houston. She was a strong woman survivor and remained a patriot of Texas, but the memory of those days would haunt her the rest of her life. Bio by: John "J-Cat" Griffith

This is Austin's oldest cemetery, with burials dating back to the 1830's. These days, you see so…read moremany of the perfectly manicured cemeteries with the evenly spaced, well-polished gravestones. The older section of Oakwood cemetery is just as painted by literature and movies - crumbled down gravestones, crawling vines, unnamed dead, multiple generations of families buried together, and wrought iron fencing. Go find the graves of John Henry Faulk, Andrew Jackson Hamilton, and Ima Hogg! I hope I have not disturbed any of the dead during my visits there or my Yelp review. I simply like to stroll through Oakwood and take in the haunted beauty. Just thought I'd share one of my favorite, lesser known spots.

Months ago I went and asked for my mom,s death certificate and didn't want to give it to me, they…read morewere so unprofessional and treated me and my Aunt with no respect.

I first used Austin Peel and Son for their direct cremation service for my dad's passing in 2003…read moreand the service was great then. Our friend passed away unexpectedly Feb 18, 2021 during the COVID locked down and the services they provided this time was truly extraordinary - especially Victoria. It was a very difficult situation as the next of kin and the family live in Hong Kong. From the first conversation we had with Victoria in Feb.... She provided detail explanation of the whole process, the direct cremation service, interaction with medical examiner office, timeline, expectation, and then the actual cremation event. The most extraordinary service Victoria provided was her willingness to go over and beyond to pack the remain per USPS and international shipping specs. Miraculously the package arrived in Hong Kong the day of the Zoom memorial service! The family and all of us were truly touched. Victoria was there every step of the way and communicated effectively and timely even after office hours due to the time difference in Hong Kong. This week we finally had closure with Victoria receiving and mailing to Hong Kong and I the official death certificate. I will highly recommend Austin Peel and Son and Victoria without any reservation.

First time visit to Evergreen Cemetery…read more Travis Audubon and Austin Parks & Recreation scheduled a group event here, birding and exploring one of Austin's historic cemeteries. Established in 1926 as a public cemetery to serve the African American communities of Travis County, this place is also home to mature live oaks, pecans and cedar elms, and is flanked by woodlands that support a nice variety of birds. It's always nice to learn a bit more about the city one lives in, and of the people who helped make Austin what is is today.

I was surprised that this graveyard has yet to be yelped especially considering it's enormous size…read more There are literally thousands of graves sitting within 20+ acres. It is located at Airport Boulevard and 12th St. Many of the people buried here were born in the 1800s. This site would've been just on the outskirts of Austin back in the day, but of course it is surrounded on all sides by urbanization today. This is a nicely manicured and well cared for graveyard with a couple of port-a-pottys on site. You could easily spend an entire day here reading names. You can find graves that date from the 1800s all the way to the present day including many military service members. There is probably about a mile worth of roadway winding through cemetery. I drove through the entire graveyard but I never found a place where you could find a comprehensive listing of all those interred here. One other thing I was surprised not to find was a Texas historical sign that would've had some good historical information concerning the cemetery. I'm quite certain there are some very influential people from Austin's history buried within the confines. There are some posted scan codes throughout the cemetery that do give some historical insights . This is definitely one of the nicest graveyards within the Austin area. Check out the photos below.

I really like this funeral home, me and my family went there just recently for my uncle who passed…read more The staff was incredible, they dressed up in black and red for the sake of my uncle's favorite colors which was so thoughtful and sweet. The video was well put together too, TV's all over the funeral home were showing my uncle. They definitely showed empathy. definitely went above and beyond for me and my family.

It has been a difficult last few months for our family. However, Ms. Minh Anh (funeral coordinator)…read moreand the funeral director at Cook-Walden ensured that both my aunt and uncle (unrelated) had a beautiful and respectful service. Ms. Minh Anh was incredibly knowledgeable about Buddhist funeral customs and fluent in English and Vietnamese, which was comforting for both older Vietnamese speaking relatives and younger English speaking relatives. My mom was grateful that Ms. Minh Anh walked her through everything step by step and was reliable, communicative, and accessible from beginning to end whenever there were concerns. She also assisted with preparing decor and furniture for the Buddhist funeral. Since our family had to leave to go to the temple after the casket lowering, we could not see the grave being covered with soil/grass turf. For this reason, we were super touched that Ms. Minh Anh sent us a photo afterward of the covered grave site to our family members so that they were updated and reassured. Ms. Minh Anh shared that she wanted to help other families with the funeral process after her dad passed. This was evident in the thought and care she put into the funeral service, and we are forever grateful for her, the funeral director, and Cook-Walden.

I really don't want to do this; the day of the funeral wasn't bad at all, the initial impression…read moreand experience with them was good, and we got the venue to ourselves, but the death certificate took so long to arrive. I could have called them and ask but with everything else going on I just didn't want to, so that's on me I guess. Gave an extra star because of that. And the fact that it's one of the more affordable places in town.

We, sadly, lost an adult child recently. Jimmy Mercanto of All Faiths gave his heart to get us…read morethrough this awful experience. He handled every detail with professionalism and compassion. We are grateful to Jimmy and the entire staff at All Faiths and will certainly use their services again. Thank you, All Faiths for a job well done.

I stopped by the Texas State Cemetery on a Thursday afternoon in mid May. The weather was just…read morestarting to warm up, but hadn't quite crossed into "Texas hot" yet. Fred greeted me at the gate along with another staff member and immediately made me feel welcome. He asked if I was meeting anyone, looking for someone specific, or if there was anything in particular I wanted to see. What followed was one of the most unexpectedly meaningful experiences I've had in Austin. Calling what Fred did a "tour" honestly feels too shallow. He walked me through the grounds like a historian and storyteller preserving something important. He shared stories about the people buried there, explained the architecture and monuments, and had an unbelievable depth of knowledge about Texas history. But more than that, he knew how to read the moment. He knew when to pause and let you take it all in. He knew when to speak, when to move on, and somehow seemed to anticipate my questions before I even asked them. Fred was not only incredibly knowledgeable, but genuinely funny, engaging, and an amazing ambassador for the cemetery and for Texas history itself. You could tell he truly cared about preserving the stories behind the names. A cemetery may seem like an unusual destination to some people, but I see it as a place of remembrance, sacrifice, service, and history. Visiting here, especially after also seeing the Alamo, helps you understand the absolute, unmistakable pride Texans have in their state. There's just no question about it. One detail I especially appreciated was learning that the visitor center was intentionally designed to resemble the Long Barracks at the Alamo. It was a subtle but powerful connection between two places dedicated to preserving Texas history and identity. If you appreciate history, storytelling, or quiet places that make you reflect a little deeper, this is absolutely worth visiting.

Nice cemetery, no geese poop. Paved trails for a nice short walk. But would not want to be buried…read morehere unless I can get a stone that says fajita king

All I have to say is this place is great. We have held 3 funerals here in the past 5 years . Last…read moreone was on the 17 of February. Amazing people . Treated everyone kindly. Went above and beyond with my husband. I truly am grateful for the people that work here. Mr Stuart was great . I highly recommend this place . Small but beautiful. Made us feel at home . Thanks again

If I could leave no stars I would. Unfortunately a loved one passed away in Texas who was from…read moreCalifornia. We looked upon king tears to take over to transport his remains back to California however it was not easy. Not only did the family not expect his death in the family but the staff was completely rude. Although our loved one had family in Texas we were unsure whether we were going to bury him there or in California ultimately we decided California which took some time for that decision and King -ears could not wait for an answer. The staff member Brandon Lanes not only was pushy and very aggressive in the decision making but also very rude. He was threatening family members that they would just have the county come pick up the remains and he will be buried in Potters Field and many others unprofessional statements. Whether it was an email or phone calls the staff was completely unprofessional and when dealing with this type of matter you would not expect in regards to this business. Their goal is clear and concise which is to collect payment and money but at the same time the business that they are in you need to show empathy and sympathy to those they serve. I wish that no one has to to go through these times with this business as I would not recommend them. As for the previous reviews that have been left seems to be spot on. This was truly a disappointing experience.