Stephen Rios and all the staff at the Altmeyer Funeral Homes were exceptional in their services and…read morefollow through. He and the staff were compassionate and walked us through every step of the process. Stephen and the staff were always available to answer any of our questions. I highly recommend Altmeyer Funeral Homes! Also, Raider the friendly support golden doodle is a nice touch, although it did bring my niece to tears as her golden doodle (who was coincidentally also named Raider) had passed away only a few months earlier. Kudos to Stephen and Altmeyer Funeral Homes!

Amanda Ramirez was a great help. guiding our family through a difficult and unexpected time. She…read morewas kind, compassionate, and very professional. Thank You, Amanda. Kathy G.

It's never good when someone passes away, but I share my review with you in the event that you are…read moreconsidering H. D. Oliver for your loved one. Well, they did a great job. From the initial phone call to arranging the motorcycle escort to the cemetery, these folks were professional and helpful to a tee. Their limo even took family to a third location where an informal reception was held, no problem. Inside the funeral home (funeral apartment?), there was a main room laid out with pews and a small dais at the front. Off to one side, a separate room where family could get together separately or where people could take a few minutes to catch a brief respite from the emotions of the event. The rooms were bright and airy, not stuffy or dingy at all. Plenty of parking in the lot at the back. Easy enough to get to from 264. Their folks did a great job of keeping things on schedule without rushing at all. As I said, very professional. While I certainly hope not to need their service, if I do have such a need then I will give these folks a call. If you're here, please accept my condolences on your loss. You'll be in good hands.

This team was amazing! They handled my father's funeral and treated us with the utmost respect and…read moredignity. They would not even let us open a door. They held it open for us. I am more than pleased with Jimmy, our funeral director, and everyone else. Thank you so much.

There are moments in life when words fall short--but I will do my best to honor the incredible care…read moremy family received from Beach Funeral & Cremation Services. On April 15, 2026, they helped us lay my mother to rest, and what they created was nothing short of breathtaking. Every detail--from the release of the doves, to the elegance of the mausoleum, the moving words of the preacher, the gentle touch of the organist, the stunning floral arrangements, the thoughtfully prepared food, and the seamless coordination of transportation--was handled with excellence and grace. It was not just a service; it was a beautiful homegoing celebration worthy of the life my mother lived. What truly set this experience apart was their heart. This team didn't just "do their job"--they walked alongside me. They checked in often, not out of obligation, but out of genuine care, always asking how I wanted to honor my momma. They listened. They guided. They supported. In one of the most difficult moments of my life, they made me feel seen, heard, and held. From the phenomenal ladies at the front office (yes, I absolutely adore you all--go on, girls!) to the dedicated team working behind the scenes, every single person demonstrated professionalism, patience, compassion, and class. Their ability to balance organization with empathy is truly a gift. If this were a performance, every member of this team would deserve an Emmy, a standing ovation, and more. But this wasn't a performance--it was real, sincere, and deeply meaningful service delivered with excellence. Thank you for helping me give my mother the farewell she deserved. You didn't just meet expectations--you exceeded them in every possible way. Bravo to each and every one of you. You are truly remarkable.

This post is SOOOO Overdue, I would like to express our sincere heartfelt gratitude to Beach…read moreFuneral for all of the services that were provided for the Celebration of Life for our Mother Mrs. Henrietta E. Watford after her transition on 7/7/2024. From our phone calls prior to the transition, to the first meeting to discuss the transfer of services from one local company to Beach Funeral Services, we were given the utmost respect and patient consideration for our desire to place our mother in the hands of a caring and thoughtful funeral agency. We arrived at Beach Services with a paid plan from Rosewood Kellam (UGH) and although Beach Services did not offer all of the options that were pre-paid thru the larger corporate funeral group, , Beach Funeral Services and staff matched as many of the options as they feasibly could and surpassed the corporate group in SOOOOO many ways without adding all of the line item cost that can occur with funeral arrangements. Our Mother was treated and handled like she was Queen Elizabeth and looked heavenly. Everything was royally honored. Service impeccable. Beach Services rendered such wonderful services, that many guest that knew my mother had made arrangements at other group, were initially side-eyeing us for making the change...BUT..BUT they were so VERY PLEASED and PROUD OF THE HOMEGOING MY MOTHER RECEIVED. MANY OF THEM ARE GOING TO CHANGE THEIR PLANS TO BEACH SERVICES! AMEN! SO BEACH FUNERAL SERVICES KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK~CONTINUE TO PROVIDE THE SERVICES OUR COMMUNITY DESIRES. YOU MAY BE DAVID COMPARED TO THE GOLIATH, BUT YOUR SINCERE COMPASSION TO SATISFY IS THE PUREST FORM OF RESPECT. THANK YOU ALL AND MAY YOU HAVE THE GREATEST SUCCESS AND EXPANSION YOU DESERVE. MAY YOU USE THE INFORMATION WE SHARED TO EXPAND YOUR SERVICE OPTIONS. STANDING OVATION TO BEACH FUNERAL STAFF..THE KINDEST, MOST FLEXIBLE, CONSIDERATE AND PROFESSIONAL GROUP IN THIS HAMPTON ROADS AREA. Again we THE WATFORD'S, THE WINN'S, THE ROBINSON'S, AND THE HARVEY'S express our sincere appreciation to the Sanderlins and the entire Beach Funeral staff. May God bless you as you continue to SHOW GOD'S LOVE DURING THE TIME OF GRIEF. PEACE AND MULTIPLIED BLESSINGS! Joyce Winn Joyce Winn Daughter of the Late Henrietta E. Watford December 14, 2024

everything went very smoothly. I have no complaints at all a good experience in a sad situation.read more

Cannot THANK the staff in this office enough for the understanding and kindness they showed to my…read morewife and I as we made arrangements for my deceased brother. We had already made our arrangements through Neptune in North Carolina. This office showed us the same courtesy that we received there. Could not be more pleased with the way Sara and the office handled our needs.

We drove past Oman several times while visiting my Dad who was on hospice at a facility nearby. I…read morelooked at the reviews, which were very good and decided to use them for my Dad's final arrangements. The staff were pleasant and helpful. They follow strict procedures for cremation process and explained all the rules thoroughly. Our Dad passed away late at night and they came pretty fast to pick him up and handled the task very professionally, while providing dignity and respect. I think the price was fair as well.

Absolutely would not trust any other company. The general manager Tim took such amazing care of my…read morefather and then a few short months later grandmother. the building is very pretty and extremely clean. They treat all family with such respect and they are 100% there for the family and try and help how ever they can. They are just absolutely amazing and very professional! When it comes to the service they are great at making sure its exactly what you want and how you want. they also provide a nice big black bus for families to travel in the day of services.

I met with Tracy to pre-plan a funeral for a family member who was not expected to live beyond the…read moreweekend. Then when the time came (3 years later) I met with Holly to make a few changes and finalize things. Unlike previous experiences with other funeral homes, Altmeyer did not pressure us in any way. They listened. They answered questions. They met us with kindness and genuine concern. Holly and Tracy treated us as friends.

Holly and the Altmeyer Team were a true blessing in such a painful and difficult time. They were…read morecompassionate, responsive and effortless to deal with. They sensitively took care of our loved one and allowed us to celebrate him the way he would have wanted it. Hundreds of people from all walks of his life came to say goodbye. We were all cared for and respected. It never once felt like a business. It felt like a sincerely caring service to our family and Marcus' community. Thank you so much for helping us say goodbye. You were wonderful and so very much needed and appreciated. The Rascoe's.

About 24 years ago I was approached on Mothers Day (while grieving at my Mother's grave) by one of…read moretheir salesman trying to sell me a cemetary plot. It happened again today. This time I was approached as I entered the cemetary by an employee that wanted me to fill out a raffle ticket! On my exit I was approached by more employees trying to do the same. What a deplorable, greedy, and tasteless way to do business. It is shameful, disgraceful and disrespectful to prey upon people who are only there to visit and mourn the loss of their loved ones.

I lost my grandmother on 7/9/20 & my grandfathers in 2015 & 2017. They are all buried out here. I…read morehaven't had any experience with dealing with their staff. I simply was there for the burials. The cemetery looked very well kept. The staff on the grounds were friendly. I watched them put my granny in the ground when they thought all of my family had left. I've never stayed at a cemetery long enough to witness that. They seemed to take great care in burying her. I don't know know about their pricing or sales practices. Looking at the other reviews, I'm a bit concerned there. If I ever needed their services in the future for a family member, I may consider them.

Amanda was kind and still direct with all required details we needed to make decisions. We chose to…read morego with cremation. After a few questions Amanda came back with an obituary. She explained the next steps for the state, which was helpful since we came from NY. Would definitely recommend their services when your family are in need for final stages in life.

I highly recommend the services of Family Choice Funerals & Cremations. Mike Strickland assisted us…read morethrough a very unexpected death and final arrangements. His professionalism and empathetic approach helped us make the decisions we could financially afford while honoring our loved one. Our family had selected a funeral home we had used in the past. It was obvious they saw us as a returning family with the assumption we would need similar services. The approach was so impersonal and cold - lacking any compassion for our current situation. The quoted prices were completely out of our budget. This made it necessary for us to consider other services. When we contacted Mike Strickland, it was an easy decision to have them pick up our loved one and handle the cremation. From the first contact until the delivery of ashes, Mike Strickland was so kind, listened and offered suggestions/recommendations. Every detail was communicated and delivered as promised. It is without a doubt the best experience one could have at a very stressful and emotional time. We will return when these services are needed again. Literally, we felt Mike Strickland's priority was first to serve our family...not to sell us. Please if you have a need speak to Mike Strickland before you begin your plan. You will be thankful you did! Thanks very much Mike. We'll see you again for our pre-planning needs. Hope and Teresa