My family and I are so thankful for Gwen, from Henderson's Langley Funeral Home. Gwen was there…read morewith a gentle and warm welcome, from the first moment of planning and patiently guided me step by step. During the traditional church service, Gwen took care of every detail and not only did she do that she checked up on me and my daughters to make sure we were doing okay. Gwen took the time to even give me a compliment which meant a lot and gave me strength during this difficult day. From the church service to the cemetery, Gwen ensured that the driver waited for our immediate family members so that we could all drive behind one another- which was extremely respectful of her and she made sure to honor our family traditions. During the funeral, Gwen organized and lead our family members so that everything went smoothly. Not only was Gwen professional, kind, patient and caring, she was also truly supportive and genuine. We will forever be thankful for her help. I would highly recommend Henderson's Langley Funeral Home.

It's a very hard decision under the circumstances to pick the right funeral home, you want to do…read moreeverything perfect for your loved one and most people (like me) are too distraught to over think things, so let me just say in the worst time of my life Henderson's made it as manageable as humanly possible.. everyone there was so great, especially Melodie (who helped me) there were times I was about to break down and it seemed she would just know and excuse herself for a bit, then come back and carry on. They walk you through gently and give you private time with your loved one to prepare you (which really helped) before everyone comes to pay their respect. They never pushed anything on me and no surprises with pricing, it was all laid out and easy to understand. They really made a tragedy bearable for me and my 3 boys.

Any funeral home deserves my deepest respect and above all…read moretheir quality and value that they do for the love ones.

My only child tragically died on April 2, 2020. The devastation and true heart break a parent…read morefeels cannot be put into words. I'm grateful I chose Burkview for several reasons. Jesse Webb was our funeral director and handled every detail with much empathy and kindness. Even with Covid restrictions we managed to have my son's memorial and it was handled with detail, class, and warmth. Jesse was great at explaining things, got back to me immediately if I had any questions but mostly he was very empathetic and kind. I needed that during my darkest hours. I highly recommend Burkview for the great clean space, ample parking, straight forwardness, no up-selling, attention to every detail but mostly for the empathy and compassion I received from Jesse at Burkview.

I had absolutely no idea what I was heading into, but as it turned out, I had the good fortune of…read moreattending the Peace Arch Hospice Society presentation of "A Night of Comedy Dedicated to Finding Comfort, Community, and Healing Through Humour." What an amazing evening! In fact, it was one of the best comedy events I've ever had the pleasure of attending. The evening's title was perfectly chosen: Grief n' Giggles - Coffin Up Comedy. If that name alone doesn't make you smile, the performers certainly will. Perhaps the most unexpected part of the evening was the venue itself: Victory Memorial Park Funeral Centre. Having only lived in White Rock for a short time, I had no idea this beautiful facility even existed. And before you let the words "funeral home" scare you off, don't. It's a stunning property with peaceful grounds that are perfect for a nature walk. Not exactly the first place that comes to mind when someone says, "Want to get some fresh air?" but maybe it should be. The brochure featured the tagline: "They say laughter is the best medicine, so we're throwing an event all about healing with humour -- no prescription required." Judging by the roughly 300 people in attendance, I'd say the prescription was filled. The evening was expertly hosted by Cliff Prang, who didn't miss a beat. OMG, he was hilarious. Melanie Rose and Vanessa Woznow rounded out the comedy roster, and together they delivered a night of laughter that had the audience roaring. You know how it is when you walk into a venue you've never been to before. There's the cautious step through the doorway, followed by the obligatory scan of the room to make sure you haven't accidentally wandered into the wrong event. In my case, I was greeted by no fewer than five different people: one welcomed me, two signed me in, one escorted me to the elevator, and finally there was the handsome gentleman whose sole duty appeared to be pressing the elevator button. I've never felt so important in my life. Once on the second floor, I discovered an entire reception area dedicated to mingling, complete with beautifully arranged buffet tables offering complimentary food and beverages. This came as a complete surprise since admission was by donation only. I had come prepared for comedy, not hors d'oeuvres. Needless to say, I adapted quickly. Later, the same elevator gentleman took the time to point out a beautifully handcrafted horse-drawn coffin carriage dating back to the 1890s. It was an extraordinary piece of craftsmanship and a fascinating glimpse into local history. Stunning woodwork and well worth a look. A special shout-out goes to two lovely ladies, Jeanette and Rosetta, whom I met while enthusiastically sampling the buffet. Rosetta is a vivacious volunteer at the Peace Arch Hospice Society Thrift Store, which apparently provides significant funding for the Society's programs. Another shout-out goes to the lady seated beside me, whose infectious laugh kept me laughing throughout the show. Sometimes laughter is contagious in the very best way. Finally, a heartfelt thank you to all the volunteers and organizers who helped make this first-class event possible. From the warm welcome to the delicious refreshments and the outstanding comedy, everything was thoughtfully planned and beautifully executed. If this was my first Peace Arch Hospice Society event, it certainly won't be my last.

Our family has nothing but positive things to say about Victory Memorial- they helped comfort us…read moreduring the loss of my father. Guided us through an exhausting journey after our beloveds passing- helping ease the complexities and overwhelm of what normally comes with funeral and memorial arrangements. We are so grateful for Janet and Zoe, the two ladies who helped us every step of the way: they're honest, compassionate, patient and diligent. 5 stars all the way and would highly Recommend them to others. Thank you so much, Janet and Zoe for all your help and love along the way!

As far as funeral homes go, this one is not too bad. The service area is very nice and allowed us…read moreto do some personal ceremonies that were true to my step moms culture. The reception area could use a decor update but it fit us all and we had a good time. Thank you to these people for helping our family in a difficult time and making the experience beautiful.

Twice I have been assisted by Columbia Bowell. My two parents - ten years apart. The service was…read moreexemplary. Beyond my expectations. I had a slight prejudice going in...'the death business'...it seemed an odd one to me....I was not an easy person. But I learned a lot about real service and real compassion that first time. The second time was just as devastating but I was better for having the trust in them that I did. No one wants to be a repeat customer but there is no other place I would consider when it is required.

None of ever wants to be needing to make this call a, but as the old idiom goes, "in this world…read morenothing can be said to be certain, death and taxes" so sooner or later you or someone close to you will have to. If the decisions that we don't even want think about, get pushed off until mortality visits your home, we or a loved one will need to navigate a gauntlet of an opaque industry, fraught with pitfalls, when we are at our most vulnerable. The name is succinct and accurate but this does not mean they cut corners, or they are no frills or cheapen the process. What they bring is a personal service, with funeral service staff that are accessible, patient and will honestly answer all your questions without the subtle, but heavy-handed, pressure tactics so much of the industry is known for. They want to learn what you want not pushing options just because they give them the highest margins. 'Affordable' is one of only two Funeral Service companies in Greater Victoria which meet the high standards of the BC Memorial Society. If you are currently planning ahead, the 'Society' offers a low cost, one-time, membership which authorizes them to communicate all your wishes to the relevant parties from from the hospital through your memorial service and burial or cremation. This reasonable membership fee buys you peace-of-mind more than pays for itself by the discounts offered by Funeral Services they recommend. If you have not called the 'BC Memorial Society' already, check out their website at [ https://memorialsocietybc.org/about-us/ ] and call them, toll free at 1 (888) 816-5902.

In helping a friend to recieve a Death Certificate I came into contact with this incompetent…read moreorganization. Originally we ordered three copies. We called them three weeks later after not receiving the certificates and they said that they had not sent it yet, but would send it that day. A week later we had not received the certificate and called again. They said they had sent it three weeks prior, contridicting what they said before, but then also said they had then ready and would send it that day (which didnt make sense that itd be ready so quickly as before they said it took days to prepare.) They promised to send an additional one as well, which they never did. We needed the certificate asap and so finally arranged for a courier and was later told that they had moved offices and not updated their website. We ended up having to send a second courier. If I could give zero stars, I would.

Just attended a funeral there for my husband's grandma. The staff are really nice and professional…read more When we go there, everything was set up. The chapel is quiet and feels tranquil. The staff gave my 3 year old a bear. That part was pretty funny... he didn't want one at first and after the mass.. another staff approached and tried to give him a bear. At the burial sight, a canopy and chairs were set up. After the farewell, they closed up the burial site, added the grass back on and moved the flowers. The whole process was seamless Apparently, grandma already had her burial plan all set up so the funeral home followed it to the dot.

This is where my dad is buried. It's a nice cemetery, it's pretty well maintained and never too…read morecrowded unless it's a holiday.

Oliveira Funeral Home is a very well respected Family family…read morebussiness . They make you feel at home and have knowledge in to how to cope with families in grieve.Thank you They always give you the best value that you can afford is very helpful. Obrigado!

I have given this business 5 stars as, from start to finish, the staff was very helpful,…read morecompassionate, and Carring. I will see them again when its my turn to move on...LR Neale

what a simple,easy process. No salesman trying to upsell you on anything. The ladies that helped us…read morethrough the initial call were wonderfull. They even make it easy to pre plan for the future. I'll be using them again. Thank you for the kindness you showed.