This is a true family business they are caring and considerate in helping families in their time of…read moreneed. There are no family owned funeral homes left and they are a true example of what funeral service should be. RM

We had my husband's grandma's visitation and service here last week. I wasn't sure about this place…read moreat first. Driving up it seemed like it wasn't gonna be great. But once inside it was actually very nice. Very clean with friendly staff. We were the only service going on at the time. Outside the room they have a big board that displays the name and picture. There was a tv in the room that we were able to display pictures on. After the visitation, we went to the little chapel for mass. Overall it was a good experience for a funeral.

I didn't realize that this place had a Yelp page, but hey, here it is! (Just saw the other guy's…read morereview and figured I needed to do one too!) We used them for an urn purchase a few months back and was so happy with the purchase. Initially we were going to buy one from the place that did the cremation, but I had heard about this place and figured, why not. Great selection, and the prices were unbeatable! Definitely saved some money and got a great urn to boot!

Saw this company advertised on TV and was skeptical at first because they're new, but wow, their…read moreselection is awesome! I have never seen a hot pink casket! Anyways, my family used their product for a deceased family member, who didn't have much in life. The same casket that we bought from Till we meet Again versus the funeral home, saved us $600 dollars. Great quality and the owner is extremely helpful. Come here to save money!

The folks I met through a third party were efficient, cordial and polite. Cost was very reasonable…read more I could not ask for better service for my loved one.

I simply asked for two locks of my bothers hair prior to cremation. He was cremated without the…read morelocks or hair being collected . I was told on the phone, by Tracy, the director that it's not the first time this (unnamed) person has made this mistake and that they're probably/definitely going to fired. Also that this person is 'going through some stuff'. I asked how many times this individual has done this. My question was sidestepped! I was told they've been very busy. I received many apologies. Was told that the money for the locks would be refunded to my card. Now I have to tell my niece. I personally believe there should be some sort of penance paid. It's not about the money. Everyone makes mistakes. But this is something that cannot be undone. I was very honest and said I don't feel as if I should have to pay for anything, they ruined EVERYTHING! His ashes are solid black. They should be white or a light grey. This means he was cremated at a low temperature. The black is carbon buildup on the bone.

Losing my momma has been one of the hardest things I have ever had to face, and finding the words…read moreto express how grateful we are for the care and kindness we received is just as difficult. From the very beginning, our funeral director, Christopher, and his entire team were truly exceptional. They had a way of making us feel that my momma wasn't just someone they were entrusted to care for, but someone who truly mattered to them. Their gentleness, patience, and attention to the smallest details meant more than they will ever know. Nothing ever felt rushed, and no request was ever too much. They listened, they cared, and they went above and beyond to make everything just right. My momma's farewell was absolutely beautiful. It was personal, filled with love, and everything we had hoped it would be for her. In a moment when our hearts were breaking, Christopher and his team gave us comfort and peace, allowing us to simply be a family saying goodbye. You only get one chance to do this for someone you love so deeply, and I will forever be thankful that we placed my momma in their hands. Christopher and your entire team, thank you for treating my momma with such dignity and tenderness, and for treating our family with such genuine kindness. You helped make one of the saddest days of our lives a beautiful memory of the love we have for her. That is a gift we will never forget.

I cannot say enough about the compassion and professionalism shown by Jacob Schoen & Son Funeral…read moreHome during one of the hardest moments our family has ever faced. When my brother reached the end of his life, Kevin was there for us every step of the way. His kindness, patience, and genuine care made an incredibly painful time a little easier to bear. He treated my brother with dignity and handled every detail with such respect, while also supporting our family with warmth and understanding. Kevin went far beyond what we expected, making sure we felt guided and comforted during a time when we needed it most. Our family will always be grateful for the compassion and professionalism he showed us. I visited four other funeral homes during my stay in town, and I made my decision pretty much as soon as we met. I felt the kindness of Kevin, and I knew my brother would be taken care of. Thank you Kevin, thank you for your kind words to my mother, and thank you for guiding my brother during his last moments on earth. If anyone has any worries about end of life care in New Orleans rest easy, Kevin will take care of you with grace and a kind smile. From my family, thank you, thank you, thank you.

It was a real pleasure to work with Alexandra. She was very quick to respond and went above and…read morebeyond to assist everyone. She was very compassionate and professional. We were very impressed with her and will highly recommend her.

Garden of memories is a wonderful business to work with for services for your loved ones…read more The staff is very professional and knowledgeable about navigating the process. Stephanie Manos was very helpful and conscientious about keeping in touch to complete the smallest details in helping me plan for my family funeral needs in the present and future.

This may be an unusual Yelp review, but unfortunately this is a service we all require. Due to the…read moredeath of a close family member, I had the need to shop funeral services. Although many people now turn to cremation, some want a traditional burial service which is extremely expensive. Many cannot afford today's exorbitant funeral costs which can easily exceed $10,000.00. I learned that many funeral homes that were once locally owned have been, or are in the process of being, taken over by a large conglomerate that has moved into the Nola area. I learned that even if you want to conduct all of the wake/ceremony/services at a church, most funeral homes still charge you the same amount as if you had utilized their facilities. Additionally, most funeral homes offer "packages" that include items that you may not want, but will be charged for anyway. I found these issues to be particularly galling. During our search, someone recommended Donavin Boyd. We contacted him and met with him at his location in Mid City (3245 Gentilly Blvd - corner of Gentilly & Elysian Fields). We planned to have all of the services at a church, so we did not want to use his funeral home. We found Mr. Boyd to be very professional, courteous and helpful. He reviewed the list of charges, allowed us to delete those items that we did not want, and proposed a charge that we considered reasonable. Mr. Boyd's figure was considerably less than all amounts that we had been given by 5 other funeral homes and there were no built in charges for things that we did not want. On the day of the service Mr. Boyd was prompt and his staff was highly professional. Throughout the morning, Mr. Boyd was always on the periphery, prepared to attend to our needs. He ensured that everything ran smoothly. At the cemetery, in the heat of the glaring sun, his staff had umbrellas to shade us and a cooler of water. Even when things were chaotic, he was calm and reassuring. Honestly, Mr. Boyd's presence, the way that he and his staff conducted themselves, and how they helped us through the difficult day brought relief to a very stressful time. We were very pleased with the way he handled everything and highly recommend that you use his services. He handles both traditional services and cremations.

The family goes above and beyond to assist families before and after the funeral. Thankful for the…read moreoptions they offer to families. RM

I have to give Estelle Wilson Funeral Home a 10 out of 10. During one of the most difficult times…read moremy family has ever experienced, they exceeded every expectation and provided exceptional service, compassion, and professionalism. Miss Betty was truly amazing. From the very beginning of the arrangements, through the jazz funeral service, and all the way until the final transition of transferring my loved one to another funeral home for burial out of town, she handled everything with care, patience, and respect. The attention to detail, communication, and genuine compassion shown by Miss Betty and the entire Estelle Wilson Funeral Home team meant so much to our family. They understood that this was more than just a service -- it was about honoring a life, celebrating memories, and giving our loved one the farewell they deserved. They made a difficult process feel easier by being there every step of the way and making sure every request was met. Their dedication and professionalism truly stood out. I highly recommend Estelle Wilson Funeral Home to any family looking for a funeral home that will treat your loved one with dignity and provide your family with the care and support you need during such an important time. Thank you, Miss Betty, and the entire Estelle Wilson Funeral Home family, for going above and beyond. Your service and compassion will never be forgotten.

Absolutely amazing staff. KIAN & KIM were the most amazing and professional staff. Very patient and…read morefriendly, thorough and pleasantly patient with us during such difficult times. They made one of the hardest times of my life, very calming to get through. Highly recommend them to anyone. SIDE NOTE: FOR BEST SERVICE, MAKE AN APPOINTMENT, office gets pretty busy.

My friend's father was buried here a few months ago, with her mother who was buried here several…read moreyears ago. The grass seems to be kept short, and everything seems well maintained. Mahalia Jackson is buried here, in her own little fenced off area. There are mausoleums, very high. I hope whoever is buried on top (about 20 feet high) aren't scared to death of heights. Lots of graves just piled on top of each other. I am so glad I came to look around this very peaceful cemetery. James Booker is buried here, he was a flamboyant piano player, and here is some information about him. James Booker - Wikipedia Some information about Mahalia Jackson if you are unsure of her greatness is here. Mahalia Jackson - Wikipedia