Shifting gears from happier reviews to not so happy. Yesterday, I got a call from one of my former…read morecoworkers and she told me that another coworker that we both loved, worked with has passed away in May of this year. We don't know much details about his passing, nor any information about how, where and the exact day that God took him home. He was 75 years young and didn't make it to his 76th birthday which was on the 25th of June. Long story short, it really devastated me, because we were very close together. Later, we found out that a neighbor who was also one of our former coworkers found him dead at his condo. He was cremated and that's all that I know. Forest Lawn in Glendale is a very pieceful place to be, and visit your loved ones. Every package has its own price along with burial, cremation. scattering ashes and more. May all the deceased (RIP) and a light to shine on their spirits and souls.

One of my earliest memories (maybe just a glimpse of a memory) was when my grandpa was buried here…read morein 1982. I remember the hole in the ground and the coffin but not much else. Since then I have been back to visit many times, and more of my relatives (including my grandma) were buried here. My dad passed away less than three months ago so this was the only place we really considered. After some confusion with some pre-sales people (who seem to operate independently of this office), we've been really happy with our experience with Forest Lawn, from our initial multi-hour intake meeting with Maricar. She was professional, comforting (we came in a few short days after it happened), and very clear in her communication. She showed us a lot of options for various things (urns, cards, flowers, etc.), didn't pressure us to make any decisions we weren't ready for, and made sure we had water and snacks. We ended up doing separate days for cremation and a memorial service. Throughout the time I would send her long emails with lots of questions, and she (or someone from her team) would respond to me promptly. The rest of the staff were also excellent. I received multiple updates as my dad was being transferred from the hospital to Forest Lawn. On the day of the cremation my son noticed that a basket of snacks had disappeared between when we arrived and when he left; when he asked about them they brought them back out for him (maybe grieving burns lots of calories). We had multiple rounds of back-and-forth on things like the urn inscription as well as the printout for the memorial service (including some Chinese characters). Everything was handled exceptionally well. For cremation viewing there are a couple of options - a smaller room right near the cremation furnace and a larger area; we opted for the smaller one. We had about 20 minutes with my mom, wife and kids, and a few family friends. We all said our goodbyes and placed a few things into the coffin - calligraphy from my mom and a bookmark that was a party favor for their 50th wedding anniversary, an origami fighter jet from my son, origami stegosauruses from my daughter and me (my dad got me two on his travels when I was a kid), and an origami crane from my wife. For the service were were in the Little Church of the Flowers. It seats up to 100 but feels cozier since 16 of the seats are in a small area off to the side. Two people from Forest Lawn were present throughout the service, helping with guiding people, getting a light to light up sheet music for a piano duet by my sister and brother-in-law, helping other relatives set up the parting gift/snack station (my mom insisted we couldn't send people away hungry and empty-handed). No photos of the whole church but there's a video walkthrough on the website. Random details: Memorial service slideshow can have up to 80 photos (you have to pay extra for more); later they sent printed copies of all the photos. We got the portrait ($350) and were very happy with it (it is now my dad's study). We also paid for the livestream since we were short on space and had some people who were not able to travel. It has several different camera angles and the audio quality is good, and I'm happy that we have a video. We tried to get people to not send flowers but a few did anyways and they looked nice next to the urn. Very relieved to have the service behind us. It's been a very difficult few months, but we were always in good hands at Forest Lawn. Thanks again to Maricar and the whole team here. The service truly felt like a celebration of my dad's life. Would definitely recommend highly.

Unfortunately, my mother-in-law passed away, and we chose to bury her here at Hollywood Hills. From…read morethe moment we arrived, the grounds felt truly special--stunning and serene, with an abundance of wildlife. We even saw deer and coyotes during our visit. The main office was also beautiful, clean, and peaceful. Throughout the process, the staff was consistently professional and accommodating, especially when it came to our special requests. As with other high-profile locations, the pricing is on the higher side compared to some other cemeteries in the area, which is largely due to the many celebrities laid to rest here. Overall, we're grateful for our decision and felt confident that we chose a respectful, beautiful place for our loved one.

I cannot begin to describe the incredible angels who make up the grounds crew at Forest Lawn…read more On Tuesday, I was attending a funeral service. The weather was excruciatingly hot, emotions were running high, and in the midst of it all, I realized I had lost my engagement ring in the grass. Some members of the grounds crew noticed my friend and me searching frantically and asked what had happened. Without hesitation, they began helping us look. As time went on, more and more members of the grounds crew joined the search, including their supervisor, Gilbert. For nearly TWO HOURS in the blazing heat, they never stopped. They tried every magnet they had available, marked off the areas where I had walked with flags, and even went to Harbor Freight to purchase a metal detector. Less than five minutes after returning with it, they found my ring!!!!!! The kindness, compassion, and patience these complete strangers showed me is something I will never forget. They never complained. They never gave up. Even when I was losing hope, they continued encouraging me and refused to stop searching until my ring was found. God bless every one of them. Thank you, Gilbert, and the entire Forest Lawn grounds crew, for your extraordinary kindness. Your actions meant more to me than words can express.

When it comes to death, most people are very scared and sad to address and approach the situation,…read morewhich is understandable and not judged. A couple of weeks ago. a dear friend of mine lost her younger sister due to cancer. She was only 39 years YOUNG!! The news not only devastated her own family, but also her closest friends. It is what it is. Staff at this memorial home in Glendale were so professional, attentive, kind, caring, loving, helpful and very compassionate. The services were done with pride, excellence and dignity. They are not as commercialized as Forest Lawn and other Memorial Homes. They do all types of services from cremation, burial, scattering the ashes and more. The chapel itself was a nice, descent size and was very clean and maintained. They have an office where you can talk to someone to decide about everything in general. A place to have meetings, or simply have lunch after the services. We didn't use that room. We went to my friend's house and had lunch over at her place. The cost of their services vary depending on the package that you choose. When I go, I would like for my funeral/services to be held here. For now, I am NOT planning to go anytime soon. Life is beautiful, but only God knows our timing and when to take us to our eternal and final resting place. May all deceased people (RIP) and let the light shine on their spirits and souls to live forever and ever. Thank you all very much. They have a parking and restrooms.. Closed on the weekends!

I came here for a service to support my godmother. This place was fantastic. Took care of our…read morefamily and there's even a reception room where all of us could sit and eat. Our family revolves around food so it's no surprise how accommodating this funeral home is. It was clean, ample street parking, and the reception room was able to host so many of us. I really appreciate having this funeral home close by when needed.

Five stars is not enough to show the gratefulness I have for Edgar and staff for handling our…read moreGrandpa's funeral. Monarch showed us nothing but compassion, grace, and professionalism. The church arrangements were handled seamlessly. Everything was conscientiously coordinated and, frankly, down to the last minute detail we did not have to worry about anything. It allowed us to be present and honor our passed Grandpa without any stress. Our grandpa was sent off of with honor, dignity, and reverence. Thanks to Edgar and staff, it was a deeply touching moment, and the team made sure it was carried out with the highest level of respect. If you are looking for a company to handle a loved one's funeral, you've found the one.

Monarch Funeral Services, I cannot recommend them highly enough. During one of the most emotionally…read moredifficult times, their team provided an extraordinary level of care, professionalism, and humanity. I want to especially acknowledgeg Edgar, whose compassion and presence truly made a difference. From the very beginning, he approached everything with such calm, patience, and genuine empathy. Edgar has a remarkable ability to make you feel supported and understood without ever feeling rushed or overwhelmed. He took care of every detail thoughtfully and thoroughly, ensuring that nothing felt stressful or burdensome during an already heavy time. Very reasonably priced, which meaWhat stood out most was his balance of professionalism and warmth. Edgar is deeply compassionate while remaining incredibly organized, attentive, and respectful. His guidance allowed us to focus on honoring our loved one rather than worrying about logistics or small details. That level of care is rare and deeply appreciated. Monarch Funeral Services, and Edgar in particular, exemplify what it means to serve families with dignity, grace, and true kindness. I am profoundly grateful for their support and would wholeheartedly recommend them to anyone in need of funeral services. That peace of mind is priceless.

From the very first phone call to the final goodbye, everyone at this funeral home treated me with…read moresuch kindness, compassion, and respect. Losing my mom was a very difficult experience of my life, and they made an incredibly painful time so much easier to bear. Every member (especially Rubyrose cause we spoke to her most of the time) of the staff was patient, caring, and genuinely concerned about making sure everything was handled perfectly. They guided me through every step, answered all of my questions, and made me feel supported from beginning to end. Their professionalism, attention to detail, and heartfelt compassion were beyond anything I could have hoped for. I did not get her name but Thank you so much to the person that met me at the cemetery with my mom. I will always be grateful for the love and dignity they showed her and our family. I never felt rushed or like I was just another customer. They truly cared, and it showed in everything they did. I cannot recommend them highly enough. If you are looking for a funeral home that will treat your loved one with the utmost respect and your family with genuine compassion, this is the place. Thank you so very much.

Alpha Society was terrific. They handled everything with dignity, respect and empathy. No matter…read morehow many times I called with questions. I cannot recommend them enough. They made the process seamlessly.

Hollywood Forever,…read more We meet again! And this time for a special screening of Wednesday, but on a Friday in May :) I've enjoyed so many great things here since my first trip back in 2010, including All About Eve, Showgirls, and Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory to name a few. This cultural community hub is so many things including the resting place of many legends of the past as well as an event center. Spring, Summer and Early Fall months filled with live music, djs, performances and screenings on the large open lawn. The layout is massive and gorgeous with ponds, landscaping and huge structures including four mausoleums, large plagues, headstones and statues including those for Anton Yelchin, Nicholas Brendon, Judy Garland, Herb Jeffries, Chris Cornell, Estelle Getty, Paul Reubens, Hattie McDaniel and Jayne Mansfield to name a few. The grounds are over 60 acres, with a new Gower Mausoleum additions since 2025. Restrooms are at the front entrance on Santa Monica as well as near the parking lot, however during Cinespia and major events, portable restrooms are made available. The ones they had for a special screening of the Netflix series Wednesday were top tier! Glamped out. Night lighting is incredible here. Highly recommend seeing something here if possible or touring during regular hours. Walking tours are $35 and go up to two 1/2 hours. Really hoping to catch a film here again like Hedwig and the Angry inch or Cara Delevingne performing. Definitely keeping an eye out for anything July or August. The do host and incredible celebration of life here for Dia De Los Muertos in the fall (Nov 1st). Parking structure on Van Ness, inside along the main loop, in the lot as well as local street parking, limits and restrictions apply.

Hollywood Forever Cemetery is a super fun place to spend an afternoon! It originally opened way…read moreback in 1899 and is the final resting place for tons of famous old movie stars and rock legends. I have been there twice now, and both times I had a blast walking around and taking pictures with the markers of some of my absolute favorite stars. It is not just a quiet graveyard, either. They throw amazing events all year round. In the summer, people bring blankets and picnics to watch classic outdoor movies right on the big lawn, and they also host huge live concerts and a massive Day of the Dead festival.

The best gift in life is a Mother, and life's greatest loss is the death of one's Mother…read more My sister and I were utterly devastated by our sudden and tragic loss last month, and Ms. Margaret Velez and Mr. Martin Guerrero were a source of gentle calm and support for us. Despite the fact that Dignity is owned by a massive, profit-oriented, multi-billion dollar corporation - the largest provider of funeral services in the U.S. - both these gracious and exemplary employees were empathetic and easy to work with during this devastatingly grief-stricken time. The distinguished Mr. Martin, who arranged the funeral, was a source of grace, class, and comfort for my sister and I, and he carried out our beloved Mother's service last week with knowledge, experience, and refinement. The viewing at the quaint and beautiful Chapel with colorful stained-glass windows was artistically-inspired with her large portrait and a grand display of flowers, and our dear Mother was immaculately dressed and groomed, and looked as if she were asleep. We had arranged for a dove release at the service, and he encouraged my sister and I to each hold then release a dove before releasing the entire flock. The benevolent and soft-spoken Ms. Margaret took the time to show us around the park for possible resting places for Mom, and her gentle disposition and kindness made this process a little less taxing. Our Father was interred here over a decade ago, which brought attention and interest from our relatives and friends to this memorial park; our uncle and aunt were then interred here as well. We're most grateful to Mr. Martin and Ms. Margaret for their compassion and professionalism during the most heartbreaking and tragic time of our lives.

Angel, Brisett, Luis, Megan, and Talpa: Thank you! You are wonderful at caring and in your upkeep…read moreof all my family members at Valhalla.