They started are well but the day of the funeral, hardly anything was right. The folder as they…read morecall them were not what was discussed. We paid for the whole stationary package and there were no prayer cards anywhere. I've asked around and no one received them. The thank you notes have printing all over them and a huge advertisement for the funeral home on them. The table at the cemetery for my fathers ashes looked like a Costco children's table. I'm grateful a friend and small blanket to cover the table to make it look nice. The were was no direction from the funeral home before hand so everything was rushed the day of even though I emailed John a week in advance to go over the way the day would play out. Every time someone from the funeral home got on the microphone they reminded our guests what funeral home they were from. My whole family has gone through this funeral home in the past, before it was sold to this new company. It's sad to see the way they are running it now.

John and the whole Delano Mortuary has been so accommodating to me and my family during a difficult…read moretime. We laid my grandmother on July 7, 2020. Any request we made were accommodated without any questions asked. John and the staff has been very respectful and professionals. When we had questions, they would answer the question or find another person to answer. When we asked for something to be done whether in the a small detail to a larger, they did it. It was nice to feel welcome in Delano Mortuary during this difficult time. We asked for a live stream so that family from Germany, Philippines, Indiana and Fairfield could see the funeral. John did it. We asked for our playlist to be played instead of instrumental, Delano Mortuary did it. We asked for the casket to be lifted so we could go under, Delano Mortuary did it. I am very impress with the professionalism and respect that Delano Mortuary showed my family during this grieving time.

when I tell you the name of this company fits everything trust me! all I can say is every staff…read moremember was very professional, sweet, patients, walked me through the pros/ cons if there was such a thing as perfect this company and staff is it!.we live in Tulare, had a love one pass in Vegas, they took care of everything and kept the communication open even after hrs and on a weekend! their kindness will never be forgotten, job well done. & the funeral i felt they went over and beyond to make sure our needs were taken care of, thank you all so very much. forever greatfull the family of Larry M Dodson Jr

my experience with loving care was so beyond helpful though this difficult time ... they go above…read moreand beyond for you ...whatever questions you have they listen they do their best to make everything easy for you ... they did everything right for my baby brother... I'm very thankful for shante and Jesse thank you guys from the bottom of my heart

Some of our friends loved ones are here. The grounds of this cemetery are well maintained. It is…read moreobvious from all the flowers around that folks visit their loved ones very often. A nice small town cemetery.

This cemetery is one place that I visit at the least 3 times a year to visit some of my…read morefamily/friends that are deceased. This is the only cemetery in Delano since it's a pretty small city, but I did notice that they started to increase the size of the cemetery also. I absolutely love the military memorial they have. It's not a huge memorial like other big cities, but I love how they acknowledge the fallen heroes and have their name on this wall so that we can be proud of our town heroes. This cemetery is well taken care of and is always clean. Flowers are thrown away from gravestones once a week, so if you place artificial flowers weekly then you have to make sure to pick them up on time or they will get tossed, unless you put fresh flowers then that's fine. They don't have a lot of shade when you visit during the hotter months, so make sure you bring an umbrella to cover up and if you plan to stay for a long time, don't forget your mats/picnic blankets to get comfortable.

Was real about the prices and tried to patient as they possibly could be. I respect not being lied…read moretoo about whatś going to happen. Could use better communication a=on wahtś going on but itś alright.

terrible service. My mother passed away and i felt as if i had no options. I was told when to have…read moreservices and what time. They did not try to work with my schedule. My mother also looked terrible during the viewing. They didn't apply no makeup or plucked her eyebrows and they lost her earrings.. it was terrible. I felt rushed and one of the ushers was extremely rude to me. I spoke to the director and he said i did not request to have my mother with makeup.. but i was not given the choice. I felt rushed to get my mom buried. Who's mother dies twice... Not anyone i know. This was my first experience and i was in a fog. I also had no idea i was able to be present during the cremation. I was not informed of my options. I wish i would of gone with a different funeral home... someone who cared.

I am forever grateful for Elver and his team. They are affordable, honest, and consistently…read moredependable. Most recently, when a dear friend and family member passed away, Elver took exceptional care of our loved one and supported our entire family with compassion and professionalism. His team provided us with a packet of free resources that have been incredibly helpful as we navigate our grief. We can always count on them during our most difficult times. I highly recommend Elver's company to anyone in need of caring and trustworthy service.

I would like to thank the staff more specific Angie for her kindness and her attention to detail…read morefor our family during a very difficult time. I highly recommend Grand Legacy Funeral for final resting preparations for your loved ones.

Communicated promptly, and completed task as requested. I would recommend this business.read more

They were closed on a Sunday but returned my call promptly. I ended up using a different business…read moreso I didn't get a chance to work with them

I rarely leave reviews, but I feel obligated to share my experience so others are aware…read more I was contacted on Tuesday and told my father's remains would be ready for pickup at the Sanger office on Wednesday between 11am-2pm. I arranged transportation and made the nearly hour-long drive, only to be told upon arrival that my father was not there and that I was not even on the schedule. The staff member present was kind and apologetic, and after attempting multiple calls to the main office with no answer, I was assured my father's remains would be delivered to my home the following day. It has now been over 24 hours since that promise, and I have received no communication, no update, and no explanation as to where my father is. Losing a parent is already incredibly difficult. Not knowing where their remains are--and being met with silence from the very people entrusted with their care--is deeply distressing and unacceptable. I am sharing this not out of anger, but out of concern for others who may trust this service during one of the most vulnerable times in their lives. At minimum, families deserve clear communication, accountability, and basic follow-through. I sincerely hope this situation is resolved quickly and that no other family has to experience this level of uncertainty.

After months of avoiding making calls regarding cremation for one of my twins that will be…read morestillborn at delivery, I reached out to Angels Cremation. I had the delight of speaking with Elver. Elver and I discussed my current situation. Before even continuing the conversation, Elver was extremely empathetic and compassionate which is truly a blessing as a loss parent with disenfranchised grief. He asked a few preliminary questions regarding when my Baby A had passed in utero, where I was delivering at, etc. Before I could elaborate on what I wanted, Elver explained the cost was basically the fees for the county permit and a death certificate should I choose to want one. Additionally, he gave me a brief run down as to the process which basically entails letting the hospital know who would be handling the cremation and when we would like them to pick him up and they would handle the rest. I have a friend handling all this for me upon delivery and I was able to easily relay this information to her. I am so glad Angel's is the first place I reached out to and I feel so at ease after speaking with Elver.

Richard Woody, who is third generation owner of this enterprise with his partner Nichol Cardozo and…read morethe staff of Everafter Cremations, Monarch Memorial and Peters Funeral Homes is hosting a Hospice & Caregiver appreciation dinner tonight. We had attendees from Rosewood Retirement Home, Around the clock home care, Bayshire, formerly Brookdale. Kern County Nurses Guard, Bakersfield family medical group, Iris Senior services to name a few. These people provide services and care for their clients with all kinds of needs. Monarch wanted to recognize them for their service to our community through their service. The event was catered by The Teppanyaki Guys food truck who did an outstanding job. This family owned business and staff are committed to caring for families in their most difficult time of need. They have a reputation of caring and good service. Through their various locations they have service available for all communities. They serve with dignity and respect to the needs of all.

I wouldn't let them provide services for a goldfish ! I called 1-21-2025 because my sister just…read morepassed away & while I was getting information & trying to decide what to do for her , a woman near the person I was talking to was laughing like she was at a bar ! I had her on speaker phone & everyone in my house heard this ... let me assure them that NOBODY here thought that was acceptable or professional & WE WERE NOT LAUGHING !!!! Should someone remind them that some of us love our family & are under stress & grieving during this process !!! Thanks for nothing you worthless pieces of ___ !!

Thank you Living Waters for creating a place of simplicity and comfort. I felt at peace as I…read moreplanned my brother's memorial service. Your chapel is lovely. A classic building, located just east of downtown Bakersfield. I am so grateful you allowed us to have the reception on site, it made things easier for those who traveled to attend. Spenser did a wonderful job explaining the cost and offering options that were within my budget. My husband and I never felt pushed to purchase things we did not need. It was truly a pleasure doing business with Living Waters

From the owner: Living Waters Funeral Care provides first-class funeral services in Bakersfield, CA. We pride…read moreourselves on customizing each service to honor individual cultural preferences and family traditions. Whether you need assistance with funeral planning, onsite cremations, or memorial services, we are dedicated to delivering compassionate and personalized care. With a strong focus on customer satisfaction, we go above and beyond to simplify the process during a difficult time. Contact us for professional and thoughtful funeral care you can trust.