I stumbled upon Bethany Cemetery on my way to Magnolia Cemetery. It has a beauty about it that…read moreparallels Magnolia Cemetery. Peaceful and picturesque, if you are into roaming around cemeteries this is a good one to visit. I learned that Bethany Cemetery is owned by St. Matthew's Lutheran Church -located in downtown Charleston- and was opened in 1856. It is open daily to visitors. Don't forget to bring your camera!

Across the street from the magnificent Magnolia trust cemetery. This place is not alone worth a…read morevisit unless you go mid march when azeleas are in bloom. But if you are visiting aforementioned cemetery, then you should drop by here too. Pretty, but not on same level as Magnolia, and doesn't have historical context of Magnolia.

The celebration of life for my love, my bride, my world was handled flawlessly by Hannah...She…read morehandled every aspect with complete dignity and compassion. Any changes to the service were handled spot on. She treated us like family without question. 5 stars isn't nearly enough for her and the respect they gave us and our family in our time of grief. I can never thank Hannah enough for honoring my Guardian Angel.., Thank you to everyone at Parks Funeral Home

We ultimately decided not to go with Parks Funeral Home, but I still wanted to share our experience…read morein case it helps others. The staff we interacted with were very nice and kind during a difficult time, which we appreciated. However, the facility itself just wasn't the right fit for our family. We understand the building is very old and has a lot of history (I believe it dates back to the 1800s), but it did feel a bit run down. The floors creaked quite a bit, there were decorative elements like mounted ducks throughout, and the exterior concrete was noticeably cracked. While it may be a good option for some families, it just didn't feel like the right environment for us during such an emotional time, so we chose to go with a different funeral home. I'm sure it serves others well, but this was simply our personal preference based on the atmosphere.

We took a tour with the Palmetto carriage company, and our tour guide, Mike, pointed out this…read morechurch and the tree that stands in the graveyard of this church. It is the oldest Oak tree in Charleston. It's a unique graveyard in that it surrounds the entire church. The church doesn't have a yard space where there isn't a gravesite. Great value..it's free.

One of the most beautiful churches. The architecture is like nothing I have ever seen. Also freeread more

Had the unfortunate experience of going to a funeral today. It was handled by Simplicity which I…read morehad never heard of. Researched it online so I would know where to go. Apparently this funeral home was started a year ago by a man with 17 years funeral home experience and is a budget alternative to the traditional expensive cremation and funeral. It is a pleasant chapel with pics online. A basic cremation is around $945 and funeral $4,800 as opposed to the standard $4-7000 for cremation and $11,000 for a funeral in the area. Since this funeral was larger than anticipated, it was moved to Cathedral of Praise with ease. A book was available to sign and a pamphlet handled out with a nice poem and pic. The alter was adorned with flowers and family pics and a beautiful urn of ashes. Tissue boxes were amply provided. The service was just as beautiful as any I've attended and a beautiful song played for the ending. The man from Simplicity was in the background but readily available to assist anyone and guide us through the beginning to end as to what our options were. I emailed the info to my son about this place as these are the people I would want to handle my passing. Simple like their name implies , but with respect and dignity. I highly recommend this place, no point in putting too much pomp and circumstance into what's gone...leave more of your assets to the living..your loved ones.

I cannot recommend Simplicity highly enough. I was tasked with coordinating transportation and…read morefuneral arrangements across states for both of my parents and was at a loss of what to do and where to turn. Simplicity was suggested to me, and I am ever grateful! Just after Amy and Bryan took over all the logistics and my family decided to pre-plan/pay for the inevitability of the passing of my 88 yr. old parents, my father did indeed pass away. The comfort and compassion that was provided to my family has been immeasurable- Bryan was my go-to contact and, because of him, the process of moving my dad from FL to SC and then to burial was seamless, worry-free and perfection! If you are looking for whom you can trust in this industry, where you can place your hope and faith that all things promised will be kept with the utmost professionalism and authentic, personal caring- then I urge you to please contact them- ask for Amy and Bryan. My family and I are eternally grateful- and have continued peace of mind as my mother continues to age, that the arrangements we have made with Simplicity regarding her passing will be just as seamless. We all humbly THANK YOU dear Bryan and Amy. You have been called to do such challenging work, but you are outstanding; true beacons in your profession, and such incredible people :D Amen!

This small cemetery is more of a spiritual journey than a physical one. While there are many people…read moreburied in it, there's only one marker. There's also a cross with shells leaning against the central Live Oak tree. The people buried in the cemetery were all residents of Sullivan's Island prior to 1949. Parishioners of Mt. Zion and Stella Maris churches who were of mixed race rest here, too. Significant and historical, it recognizes a period of our history where cemeteries were divided by race. Many of those buried here helped built nearby Fort Moultrie. Small parking area with limited spots. Driveway located on Ben Sawyer Blvd. Lean-to for shade and bench seating.

Wow, this place is so serene and has so much history inside it. The WB Smith mausoleum Was truly…read moreawe-taking. I do love old cemeteries, and this one did not disappoint. I was originally looking for the location where Halloween was filmed, but found that and so much more. Also, beware of the gators! Apparently, this cemetery is known to have them in its lake. If you are like me and like old cemeteries this one is for you!

A review of a cemetery? Yes! This place is gorgeous! If, like me, you find cemeteries to be…read morebeautiful, quiet places to wander around and get lost in your thoughts, this a stunning spot to do it. You can drive through but this sprawling combo of history, nature, and reverence is the perfect place to walk. Mix of old and new. Plenty of sculpture throughout. Well kept but not overly manicured as that would ruin it. Wildlife abounds. Very good vibes.

J.Henry Stuhr Funeral Home in Mt Pleasant exemplifies true compassion along with extreme…read moreprofessionalism. Our funeral director, Mason Hand went above and beyond to provide us with exemplary service. He was so supportive, respectful and also very knowledgeable. He was able to guide us to make informed decisions during a very difficult time. The funeral costs were transparent and their services felt like a good value. They handled the logistics seamlessly during a difficult day for our family. They also seemed to tailor the service to fit our needs. The funeral home was clean, comfortable, and well maintained. I would highly recommend this funeral home and also Mason Hand. Our family truly appreciates you! Thank you, Summar Snyder Simpson Family 5/07/2026

The Mount Pleasant Memorial Gardens is located directly off Matthias Ferry Road, next to Stuhr…read moreFuneral home. The 23 acre gardens are beautifully maintained, and the roads and pathways are constantly being repaired and cleaned. At the very back section is a memorial wall for the cremated, and this is the area where there are sections for other faiths. Payment to the gardens includes purchase of the lot. They have guidelines on the headstone and once this is paid for, the cost includes lifelong maintenance. The staff are wonderful. In particular, working with Patrick Mallard was a pleasure and very comforting. He is very respectful, and working with him was immensely reassuring. He worked on designing the headstone with me and was very respectful of my faith, and did the best he could to make sure my mother had the most appropriate headstone. I can't praise him enough as to how great he was. My mother passed away a few years ago and I see how well Mr. Mallard and his staff continue to upkeep the gardens. I find great solace in coming here every week and I feel Mr Mallard and his team should be recognized.

Most visitors and even locals know St. Philip's Church from its prominent and defining exterior…read more IT is a landmark in Historic Charleston, South Carolina. From its color, to its height to its surrounding cemetery with prominent forefathers buried all around including John C. Calhoun. You must walk inside. It's soft colors, quiet ambiance and beautiful design will take your breath away. This is one of the most elegant parts of downtown Charleston and of course, there is no charge to walk inside and soak in the feel of history and faith.

Established in 1681, St. Philip's is the oldest church congregation in the state of South Carolina…read more After they moved to their Church Street site in 1710, they built a church that lasted until it was wiped out by a fire. The current building was constructed in 1835 and boasts a beautiful, tall steeple. The interior of St. Philip's is stunning so if you're exploring the churchyard or cemetery, go inside the church and look around. It's usually open, with helpful guides to tell you all about it. Fact: it is the highest point in Charleston. Also, The church you see today is the second on this site. The original held its first service on Easter Sunday 1723, and burned down in a fire in February 1835. It also has the distinction of having both a churchyard (graves surrounding the church building itself) and a cemetery across the street. The view of Church Street punctuated by St. Philip's remains one of Charleston's most photographed spots.