Both of my paternal grandparent's funeral services were out of Leonard Funeral Home. The funeral…read morehome did an excellent job from start to finish in both cases. Grandpa and Grandma were both in good hands there. The funeral home is family owned, and all the staff there were very caring. They are all very responsive to all of our needs, even after the services has ended. The funeral home facilities are modern and quite comfortable for family members, and easily accessible with everything being on one floor. I would have no reservations at all about recommending Leonard to others. The funeral home is the only one in the area that has a crematory on site, so for those of us who desire that option when our time comes having a funeral home that can take care of cremation on site and not having to send remains to a third party is a big plus.

Very accommodating and understanding during a difficult time. They are very respectful of everyone,…read moreproviding what was needed while also allowing the family space. Have been to funerals here and it has always been a nice (as it can be in these situations) My father recently passed away and we started working with another funeral home in which we had a poor experience. We called Leonard and they were able to meet with us the right away, took care of everything as far as transporting, and walked us through everything at our own pace. They gave us all the time we needed while setting up all the arrangements. Nice space for the family to bring food, kids to hang out, and allow family a break when needed. Allowed us to bring what ever we wanted as far as pictures, keep sakes, fishing poles, had a tv to play a picture slide show. Allowed us to have our private time but was available if needed during the viewing. They gave us all the time we needed, was very respectful of our family member and of everyone grieving, communicated well, and took care of everything. Even offered to drop off the flowers after everything was done. Made us feel like family. I hope I don't have to use their services for a long time again, but will definitely work with them when the time comes.

I am quite disgusted with this place. More than 10 yrs ago they took down a box from my parents…read moremausoleum, shattered the angel that was in it and damaged a wooden box that we had specially made. 10 Yrs ago we put up a plaque that has NOT been an issue until this year when it was taken down and supposedly thrown out. I say supposedly because I saw the things they kept that they had taken down and some of it was down right pathetic but they threw out things that were in perfect condition? That doesn't pass the smell test. NO DAMAGE to the mausoleum front from a plaque that had been in place for 10 yrs. It was put up with 3M Command strips which use the same adhesive as the 3 M Command hooks their sign says are allowed. Maybe they need to know what they are doing before destroying property that belongs to other people. Meanwhile, I can't believe deplorable condition of my grandfather's headstone. It has fallen over to the point that the top of the headstone is now sinking into the ground. Perhaps their "perpetual" care should be directed towards the things that need attention and leave other thigs alone. It has been over a year since I first asked to have the head stone put right but it still hasn't been done. I was told it will happen because there is now a work order for it.

Mount Calvary is a beautiful, well-maintained cemetery, currently under the care of Deacon John…read moreStierman. Deacon John was awesome to work with this past weekend. He conducted the service at Mount Calvary chapel. The chapel is light and lovely with some stained glass. Thanks Deacon John!

I know saying Thank you to all the staff at HSK isn't enough. I can't begin to tell you how…read moreoutstanding every employee is at HSK. From the moment Renée, the funeral director came to my mothers home at 5am, every single thing was done with respect, and with incredible care. I knew that I was turning my mother over to the right place. Mom selected HSK because of the outstanding job that was done when my brother passed away. Without a doubt if you call HSK for a loved one or even for yourself to check on future arrangements, you will feel these wonderful people will think of everything I'm not kidding. I was so upset and couldn't think what all I should be doing. Renee and her team of outstanding women calmly walked me through everything. This includes the obituary, the flowers, the guest book, simply everything. I don't know what I would have done without HSK care. I had never planned a funeral. I didn't want to say Good-bye. But from the moment my mother was picked up at her home, to the end of the funeral everything was completed. Even Thank you notes, extra obituaries, just everything was done with patience and care. Thank you so much to everyone at Hoffman, Schneider and Kitchen. I can't begin to tell you how perfect you made everything for my Mother and all the family. Even when my sister showed up late and messed with your schedule, the whole team at Hoffman Schneider and Kitchen shifted gears and made things look flawless. Again, I know a simple Thank You doesn't cover exactly how spectacular your wonderful team of women were for my mothers funeral. I truly don't think I could have done it without your care, thoughtfulness, organization, calming spirit and so much more. Thank you Renée. You are truly the best in Dubuque.

(this is for the Asbury location). From the moment the two representatives from HSFH entered my…read moredad's hospital room after his passing, to the final dropping off of flowers and gifts to my mom's house, we couldnt have asked for any better. Alanza (sp?) in particular went the extra mile with all aspects. She was respectful and followed our lead with the atmosphere. During the planning, she offered unbiased advice and had immediate answers to all our questions. During such sadness, her professionalism could not have been appreciated more by all of us. Thank you so much!

Jason was amazingly professional and compassionate throughout the whole process of my father's…read moredeath. From early planning through his death and the celebration of life he was there as support through the whole process. He is an amazing man with incredible talents and Dubuque is lucky to have his presence. There are no words to express our gratitude.

Professional services in a compassionate manner. We feel cremation is the best solution to burial…read morebecause it is Eco friendly and responsible, Dealing with death needs to be handled by a professional in a caring way. Jason does this in an excellent manner. By limiting his services to cremation he is able to provide the complete assistance needed while making the services as affordable as possible. If you have decided on cremation you will not find a better place to call. He does an excellent job with this. If you review his website he is clear what he provides and what it costs. I do not know of another funeral director in the region who is this forthright and transparent. He has things structured so you get what you need without inflating the charges with things not essential. We are extremely pleased at how painless he made taking care of things. He discussed with us what had to happen and who was responsible. He did most of the things needed for us. We got thru the process in a matter of days without feeling pushed but feeling cared for in a way that made the process very simple and comforting. We highly recommend him and know you will not be disappointed by his assistance. There are things that can make this very difficult time very trying and if you have Jason help he will see that everything is taken care of in a timely and appropriate manner. I cannot help but emphasis I do not think things could have been done better.

I originally learned about caskets made by monks online as i researched wooden caskets in keeping…read morewith the ideals of green burials. The caskets are made of hardwood and fulfilled the desire to stay as close to nature as my mom had described back in the Caribbean. The website allowed me to see such a serene atmosphere where the monks create the caskets as their stewardship and as their trade. The caskets are blessed before being shipped out and a memorial tree is planted in that person's name! Aside from that beautiful thought, a removal wooden cross, inset into the cover can be removed, as a keepsake and other crosses are included and may be ordered to give to others. The top cover of the casket can be inscribed and a biblical verse added. Everyone remarked at the physical beauty of these caskets, but also at the very spiritual dimensions that made this inevitable episode that much more consoling and serene, I pre-ordered mine too.