Amanda was amazing at explaining the options available for hubby and I. we were looking for a no…read morefrills final adventure. Amanda didn't try talking to us about upgrading only what we wanted. if you're planning your final journey Speak with Amanda she will help you get exactly what you want without any pressur.

The Apex staff was wonderful! They clearly explained the options to me and allowed me to make my…read morechoices and change my mind. The staff was compassionate and responsive to all my questions. They prepared me to smoothly get through TSA with the temporary urn and worked with the receiving Funeral Home to transfer the ashes to the permanent urns. I highly recommend Apex. Thank you Amanda and Kristy for your kindness and compassion. Thank you for your prompt responses.

The Funeral Home, across the street, was a joy to work with. Robyn personally reached out, many…read moretimes, to assure we were okay. Robyn is clearly a woman who understands the sensitivity and nature of losing a loved one. Her compassion was genuine and well delivered. The cemetery, on the other hand, a complete and utter disappointment. In specific, Bob. He has, in my personal opinion, shown zero emotion, care or sense of urgency (on the customers end). When I call to check the status of my brothers plaque, I am constantly being told about the pandemic and reminded the insurance check was issues two week after our initial meeting. It has now been 3 months, since my loved ones death. Yet, no plaque has been issued. I can't help but wonder, if there is some physical/personal reason as to why this hasn't been taken care of, in a timely manor. I understand there is a production lead time, which I was originally told to be a few week, again, we are now at a few months... I am also well aware that the climate of the world has lead to an influx of demand for services, such as these. None the less, we are almost a full year after the pandemic has begun. Where a majority of businesses have adjusted accordingly. Reiterating from the above, the process of arranging the payment was done in an urgent and expedited manner, 2 weeks to be exact. Yet the completion of the services rendered is seemingly a no rush delivery. In fact, as we were in the process of grieving, we were sent a letter from a creditor seeking the insurance funds. I am well aware this is a business. One of which, thrives off of capitalizing from those in extremely sensitive and vulnerable mental states. However, when insurance companies have been in touch with you, there was no need for the additional theatrics. It's shameful that money collection is apparently more important than the show of empathy and respect for those whom are depending on their business to be a pillar in the healing process for mourning families and loved ones during their incomparable time of grief. You'd expect a company that is called, "dignity," to actually have some, but that simply didn't prove to be the case. As we are all aware, death is a natural part of life, but the lack of care, with the cemetery, has been astonishing. I could never have a career path, as such, as I feel it innately desensitizes you from having basic human decency. The grounds are well kept and absolutely beautiful, but if you want to be treated as if your deceased loved one doesn't matter, make sure you ask for Bob. He will see to you being another notch on a belt and give you a mini bottle of water as a consolation! UPDATE: The day after this post was made, the plaque was put up. Which solidifies my complaint. The plaque was ready and for whatever reason, we just weren't important enough for it to be done months ago... I appreciate Mr. H, on acting so fast, but I'm Still hurt and disappointed.

Michelle Maddage was a wonderful guide and coach throughout the entire process. Arrangements for a…read morefuture burial is a complex, emotional, and sometimes confusing process. Michelle was so patient with me and made it much easier. I highly recommend Michelle and the team at the Raleigh Memorial Park & Mitchell Funeral Home. Thank you for your extensive knowledge, patience, and kindness toward me, Michelle. You and your team are the best! Sincerely, Karen E.

My mother passed away 5 years ago and my dear father passed in September. Brown Wynn provided the…read moremost amazing support, compassion, detail and encouragement for all the arrangements. Hall Edwards was our director for my fathers service and I could never articulate his dedication from the minute of death to the funeral service. My sisters and I were surprised at the affordability as well. We are so grateful for their attention and provisions for our family

I was well cared for at Brown-Wynne Funeral home! Mark Blake was kind, compassionate, responded…read morequickly and demonstrated a strong knowledge of how to proceed in making arrangements simple and stressless. He provides excellent customer services. I was fortunate a friend referred me to Brown-Wynne.

Dr. Lori Washington, and her staff were able to turn one of the most difficult days in my life into…read moresomething easier for me to deal with. The professionalism, compassion, and empathy were unmatched. The passing of a loved one is always difficult, when it is your spouse the pain can be indescribable. Dr. Lori, and her staff made it bearable, and for that, I can't think them enough. I highly recommend their services. The cremation, and all related services were handled professionally and expediently, a great value. Thank you.

After the recent passing of my father, I was tasked with taking care of the final arrangements for…read morehis remains. During a very difficult time, Lori guided me through the process with professionalism and compassion. After making sure I filled out all of the necessary documents required by the state, her staff quickly took care of transportation from the morgue, storage, cremation, and getting all of the certified death certificates needed. She even took special requests for locks of hair, separate urns, etc. I would not have been able to navigate all of this without Lori's capable hands guiding me through the process. She made a very difficult time so much easier. Thank you.

The woderful staff at Renaissance handled all the arrangements when I lost my mother in 2023 and my…read morefather in 2025. Caring, sympathetic, professional guidance for me as I made difficult decisions. I won't go anywhere else when the need arises again. Lisa Piratzky

When you are having the very worst day of your life, then you want to make sure you have…read moreRenaissance's number. We were at a complete loss this morning when my father passed this morning and this place was recommended. We called them from the beginning they immediately showed professionalism and kindness. When Mark first showed up he was so kind and made us as comfortable as possible in this situation. When we showed up for our appointment we met Heather who shared our grief and was so very patient and kind and walked us entirely thru a painful process. They go over everything without trying to sell you something. They treat you humanely and offer an Eco-Green burial option. When my time comes I know I can count on Renaissance to help with my burial service.

There is no better or befitting name for a funeral home than "Endswell." This is the best…read moreexperience that I have ever had in seeking answers to this process and I am over 72 years old. I want to thank Hunter who took my daughter's call at midnight and my granddaughter's call and met with us, and we were able to view our son and her father's body. It was absolutely a remarkable and enlightening experience. I will always use their services and recommend their services to all who are tired of the traditional lacking services. Thank you, Hunter and Veronica, for your quality service and your dedication and caring for Michael.

When my father passed unexpectedly in April I was out of the state and had no experience or…read moreknowledge of what to do when it came to end of life care as the next of kin. Veronica was immensely compassionate and knowledgeable. She answered all of my questions, coordinated transfer with the medical examiner, and even took time to speak to family members when I was overwhelmed. Endswell was transparent with their services and prices while other funeral homes I spoke with had confusing lists of services. The fact that Endswell is more environmentally friendly alternative to typical cremation was also an important factor for me. I would highly recommend Veronica and the rest of the Endswell team for end of life care services and education.

Everyone was so helpful and kind. They gently walked me through the process. i will recommend…read morethem every time.

I was incredibly shocked how absolutely disrespectful we were treated by Sally at Wake Memorial…read more.. My stepmother just lost her young daughter less than a week ago and when arriving to tour this memorial park, we were treated like we were the biggest inconvenience of the day. She was curt, abrasive and showed zero sympathy towards our family

It's a genuine pleasure to write this review. We recently utilized Bryan-Lee Mortuary in Raleigh…read moreto facilitate the burial of my Mother. There was a viewing here in Houston, then travel via Air to North Carolina, and lastly auto transportation to Wake Forest to bury. Through Bryan-Lee of Raleigh everything went without any issues! The average person will most likely be distraught when trying to arrange for burial or cremation. Fortunately for us, Bryan-Lee Mortuary in Raleigh has an extremely helpful staff. They set up everything for us with minimal efforts on our part. So, we could do what we needed to do, grieve and support with family and friends. Justin, Maria, Ed and the whole Bryan-Lee crew were in a word: Exceptional. Not only did Justin let us know everything that was going on in the process; he also handled any issues that came our way. Every time I called, Maria answered the phone! It was nice NOT talking or pushing buttons through an auto-attendant... Although I sincerely hope I do not have to utilize their services in the near future, but if I do, I will be returning to Bryan-Lee Mortuary in Raleigh in the future.

While it feels a little weird to review a funeral home, I want to share my family's positive…read moreexperience with Bryan-Lee. I hope this will help others who don't know much about planning funeral arrangements (as my mom, brother, and I did not), and perhaps it will lighten their burden a bit. My dad passed away two weeks ago. We did not make arrangements in advance because while we knew his terminal cancer was going to end his life, we could not anticipate it happening three days after the doctors told us there was nothing more they could do. So we were in quite the bind at UNC Hospitals at 2 AM when we had a body and no idea what to do from there. We were interested in a place near downtown Raleigh, and Bryan-Lee was referred to us. Do not let its Wake Forest Rd. address throw you off. It's located just past where Wake Forest Rd. and Person St. downtown turn into each other (near the Krispy Kreme). In fact, Bryan-Lee is located in the Historic Mordecai district, in an historical home, which my dad would have really liked. Bryan-Lee handled everything with ease: They made the arrangements with the hospital to pick up my dad's body. They handled the cremation as well. They gave my mom a financial information packet about handling bank accounts and the steps to take after losing a spouse. They gave us all of the instructions for writing an obituary. They submitted our piece to the newspapers we requested. One of them was a paper in South Carolina, where I grew up. Andy from Bryan-Lee e-mailed me the day after Dad's obit ran to tell me that he had called that paper after he noticed the online article did not contain a picture of my dad. They assured him that the print version did run the photo, and he wanted to be sure to write that to me before I looked and got upset. Attention to detail, consideration, and customer service like that made Bryan-Lee a great business to work with. The space itself, where my family held a visitation, is lovely. It reminded me of a country club and living room at the same time. By that, I mean it is formal and classy while also comfortable. There were chairs and sofas around the room (which was very large). They have a way to play music if you bring some (though we chose to play it from my brother's computer). They provide ample tissues, mints, and water. They also direct guests arriving to the proper room, take their coats, provide empty boxes so we can take flower arrangements home, handle all of the paperwork required, and other things I'm sure I did not notice. Overall, my family was very pleased with Bryan-Lee Funeral Home. They are friendly professionals who really make you feel safe and welcome when you are otherwise feeling sad, confused, and in a vulnerable position. I recommend them to anyone in need of their services.

If you have not visited the Historic Oakwood Cemetery, you are missing out! I absolutely love their…read morewalking tours. They are held on the first Friday of the month May through September. Tours start at 6:30 and a $10 donation per person is suggested. I have been on many of their tours and have thoroughly enjoyed all of them. I love hearing the rich history of the people and of Raleigh. The tour guides do an excellent job of keeping memories alive of those who have departed.

Fascinating grounds with lots of historic art and architecture. Lots of history here.read more