I've resided in Amador County since Jan. 1990 and my mother moved here around 3 years later and…read moredied in 2011. Given the relationship between the Sheriff Coronor and Daneri my mother's body was taken there when she died at the local hospital in Jackson. My mother had lost both of her lower legs due to peripheral artery disease and in both cases there was a mortuary in Lodi that made it possible for the legs to be cremated and returned rather than end up in a medical incineration which is what normally happens to human body parts in those circumstances. So when my mother died in 2011 I called the mortuary in Lodi and they picked up my mother's body and did the cremation at far lower cost than what Daneri quoted me and I would strongly suggest that everyone else shop around before going the easy route here in Jackson and paying through the nose. I promise you that there are far less expensive options just a few miles away. IMO, the problem is that all of the mortuaries here in Amador are owned by the same company. That company was family owned and operated for decades but one of their employees informed me in early 2024 that the family had sold out to a giant death care corporation. So unless I'm mistaken the company is no longer locally owned and the people you are dealing with are employees charged with extracting every last dollar from you when a relative dies. Given what I know I would recommend that you shop around with other mortuaries in Stockton, Lodi, and Sacramento before you agree to let "Daneri" handle the arrangements. It's far less costly and there are other options.

Foundation Partners bought out this mortuary and it was honestly a blow to the community. They've…read morefired all the old staff at this point to cut costs and it shows. Sent my son home in an urn that was glued on crooked, lost his death certificate. No respect, just making money. If these were different times these people would have been ran out of town on a rail.

Beautiful cemetery. Features the Garden of Valor for military veterans. Staff is helpful and kind.read more

From the owner: Established in 1989, Sunset View Cemetery in Amador County has been a source of solace and serenity…read morefor generations of local families. Nestled amid stunning vistas, the well-manicured grounds offer a peaceful haven for reflection. The cemetery features a range of options, including scattering and memorial gardens, graceful monuments, statuary, and a spacious mausoleum, providing diverse choices for lasting memorials. At Sunset View, we understand the importance of personalized remembrance, offering custom headstones and flat markers to honor individual legacies and a dedicated Veterans section. Sunset View Cemetery provides the option for prearranging burial or cremation permanent memorials.

Kind, caring, professional, helpful - Darren (and the whole team) at Angels Memorial Chapel were…read morejust so wonderful to work with during a difficult time. The arrangements for my mom were managed with care and efficiency. I was surprised how quickly the process flowed especially as this was being done during the week of Christmas. Your support during this time was lovely. Thank you so much.

Diebold Funeral Home made a difficult time so much easier for our family. Darren, Kevin, and…read moreSamantha were compassionate, professional, and handled every detail of my mother's funeral with care and respect. Their guidance and genuine kindness meant so much to us throughout the planning and service. I'm truly grateful for everything they did and highly recommend them.

Keith and his team have been so helpful in such a hard time. Very good at communication and very…read moreclear with plans and financial plans. Overall would recommend this to anyone in the area!

Words aren't enough to express my deep appreciation for all that Keith at the San Andreas Memorial…read moreChapel did for our family. He was not only sincerely caring and professional throughout all of our communications, but he followed up in ensuring everything was handled the way we wanted. I couldn't have asked for a better person to take care of my brother and me than Keith. I highly recommend this establishment. They will go above and beyond for deceased loved ones and their families. Living out of State in Ohio, to learn of my brother's sudden passing in California was a difficult and heartbreaking experience. Although my brother was born and raised in Ohio, he eventually left the State and settled in California - the place that he called his true home and never looked back. With our parents gone, along with other siblings, it was up to me, his only sister, to handle all arrangements. I couldn't have done it as well without Keith, and will always be grateful to him and the San Andreas Memorial Chapel.

Weird to be leaving a review for a funeral home. But mom has been here for 26 years now,…read moreunfortunately... Anyways.. any time I come to visit the area seems well taken care of. Now that my brother and I are a lot older we would like to change the name on mom's headstone. We asked the staff but sadly it's still "owned" by the step father. We would need him to release his rights to it, and sadly that day may never come. We really hope it does.

We recently had a celebration of life for my dear father-in-law…read more Huge thank you to Cherokee Memorial Park and their staff for a very memorable tribute. We received such positive feedback from those who attended. It was a beautiful morning, and everything went according to plan. I would like to acknowledge Nickcole Northcraft for pre-planning; Lisa Tran for ceremony preparation; support team, Patsy, Vicki, Valerie; and the groundskeeper helping that day. If you are looking to make arrangements for a dear loved one, I highly recommend Cherokee!

When you get a call from the owner, returning your phone call that is truly the best customer…read moreservice you can ever ask for. Doug was super nice to phone me on his vacation and he was most helpful. Super great person to help me. I have not bought yet, but I probably will and I highly recommend this company

Simple means of obtaining a simple cremation. Staff is very accessible by phone and email,…read morequestions are answered clearly and in a timely manner. Very easy. After my husband's death and my experience with the Cremation Society of Placer County, I signed up for my own cremation.

When the time came that I need this service I felt like I wanted it to be simple and respectful for…read moremy mom. Lassila made all that happen. Walked me through my options. In some cases the legalities. My 88 year old dad wanted me to take care of this, but they needed his permission for me to do that. Helped me get all the right paper work. Communication was spot on. They helped facilitate picking the ashes up closer to where I live. No question was too much. I struggled with whether or not to have an obituary for my mom in the newspaper. They have an obituary service on their website. Perfect. I sent the link to who I thought would want it. What I didn't know was how distant family I didn't know about could do a search online and find it. Then contact me to send their condolences. I price checked a few places and they were competitive, convenient and comforting.

During a very difficult time, Lassila Funeral Chapel showed genuine compassion, professionalism,…read moreand respect. From our first interaction, Eugene, our funeral director, created an atmosphere of dignity and care that brought comfort when it was needed most. All services were provided with exceptional attention and sensitivity. Eugene took the time to explain each step and ensured everything was managed with grace. His kindness and empathy were evident throughout the entire process, and it was clear the staff at Lassila Funeral Chapel truly cares about the families they serve. They also included after-the-services follow-up help to provide care to the family. We are deeply appreciative of the compassion and professionalism shown to us and definitely recommend their services.

To begin: No one wants to pick out a coffin. It means that a loved one's earthy journey has ended…read more Imagine the sadness I felt as our family was navigating the imminent loss of my mother and I had to assist my father in funeral and burial planning. It was truly the most painful time of my life. However, after a great deal of searching for the resources and providers we needed, I was led to Blue Pine Coffins and we could not be more grateful. Not only was the coffin stunningly handcrafted and beautifully made, it provided a deep and unexpected comfort at burial and beyond because it was an "elevated" object that was made individually for her with reclaimed wood, supporting her values and aesthetic. Blue Pine Coffins is a family business with a husband-and-wife duo; they custom make each coffin and their word is gold. When I reached out to Danielle two months before mom's passing, she was responsive and made every effort to get the essential info and while being so kind and compassionate. Danielle made sure the coffin we ordered would be perfect for my mom's petite frame. I could reach her via text or email and when the time came for mom's funeral, Danielle was incredibly responsive and arranged for the coffin to be delivered to the funeral home we chose. Meeting Danielle in person at delivery and having a brief hug was touching. My mom was a one-of-a-kind person who always did things her own way. She was an early adopter of earth friendly ethos- yes, she used canvas grocery bags staring in 1991! Mom made her own bread, soap, herbal tinctures, and cleaning products. She gardened and loved the natural world- trees, forests, plants. Imagine my delight finding out that Blue Pine Coffins uses regionally sourced, reclaimed blue pine and are made entirely of wood. This means the coffins are suitable for traditional Jewish and "green" burials, which is what we chose for my mother. The craftmanship is impeccable and you can request a carved Star of David or cross for the top of the coffin. I may add that the price is a great value (mom loved a good value!) and they deliver locally. Choosing Blue Pine Coffins felt authentic to my mom's ethos. I was unexpectedly moved when the coffin was delivered and I could touch the smooth wood with my hand, feeling the weight and heft of this most impressive object, while delighting in its somber beauty. It was absolutely right for mom. It was a vessel that honored her body and her life. Thank you, Blue Pine Coffins and Danielle and Dean. You are doing such important work in the physical and spiritual realm, and our family cannot thank you enough.

From the owner: We specialize in environentally friendly coffins for green and jewish burial. Blue pine refers to…read moretrees that are already dead. They were not cut down to make the coffins. PG&E in Nevada City removes these trees because they threaten powerlines or are a fire hazard. Many already died from beetles or drought. There is no metal, synthetic fabric or padding inside Blue Pine Coffins. Just wood shavings and -- if the family desires -- a cotton sheet. For more information, email Danielle Newberry at coffins@dcn.org or call 530-270-3029.

This is a great service and is a well needed service. Very helpful ,very responsive and definitely…read moreI feel like they are helping me navigate these waters and definitely guiding me in the right direction

From the owner: Cemetery Broker Resales:…read more Making final arrangements for a loved one, or planning ahead is never easy. Emotions take over and it can be confusing and expensive. When it comes to choosing a Cemetery Property, I vow to do all I can to help save you money and take care of the logistics for you. I have Ground Burial Sites, Mausoleum Crypts and Cremation Niches at affordable broker prices. I can help you sell a Cemetery Property as well. Celebrant Services: As a Celebrant - I vow to put my whole self into weaving the fabric of a life passed, to tell their story of how they lived and loved. Or for new lives on a journey where their story is just beginning to unfold. A Ceremony written for You or Yours, unique to You or Yours. Simple and with Grace