My best friend's daughter was transferred from another facility (see my review of Serenity) after…read moredying in a sudden and tragic manner. The shock and the sadness of the situation is unfathomable to most people. It's difficult to describe the grief that comes from losing a child. It's even more difficult to put into words the sudden void that manifests from the trauma of losing them to a brutal incident. There's no preparation. There's no doctor to help you understand what's happening. There's just a sudden emptiness where they once were. And then you're left to plan a funeral for a teenager, to pack up her trinkets and favorite lip gloss, to box up her dreams and future into storage for moments of strange comfort. I don't think anyone really understands how to research these things. It's an emotionally charged and exhausting experience. People want to know that their loved one will be treated with dignity and respect. There are traditions and cultural issues to consider. There are details and notifications and sensitivity to the situation is tantamount. The ability to anticipate the needs and challenges of the situation is a unique skill that was incredibly appreciated. There's a plethora of details that go into planning a funeral service regardless of religion or culture. There are notifications to be made and accounts to be closed, property to be probated. Difficult decisions need to be made (sometimes on a deadline). Having a funeral director who will guide you through the process with a sensitivity to your grief and an understanding of your cultural identity is an incredible relief. They were called from the office of the previous facility. They dispatched a vehicle to retrieve my best friend's daughter within seconds. They arranged an immediate viewing upon her arrival for as many family members as necessary. They asked a long list of questions with incredible sensitivity and involved the entire family in the process. My best friend was able to focus on the issues that mattered most to her and allow the minutiae to be handled by her support system. This is the kind of attention to detail that makes the process less stressful. *This* is premium service. KC did some actual research about our loved one. She looked into her social media and got to know just a few things about her like her favorite colors and what sort of music she liked, who her friends were, the names of her siblings. She took the time to get to know her. She was genuinely curious about who she was. She helped make an overwhelming, horrific experience less so. *This* is compassion. The deep respect wasn't limited to the grieving parents. Every member of the family was treated with the same warmth and kindness. Children were addressed with just as much respect as elders. Traditions and customs were considered along with each individual person's grief. *This* is respect. Our celebration was beautiful. Special thanks to KC. Everyone was kind and supportive. But, KC was available for us as questions arose. She addressed issues as they came up immediately. We felt seen and we felt free to grieve without the constant pressure to "choose a package". The business was handled but it was handled with grace.

David was unprofessional, and just down right rude. Avoid this place at all…read morecosts! They revealed my family's personal information (violating our requested privacy). Everything was an absolute nightmare. VERY unprofessional. I will not ever do business with Forest Lawn Funeral Home again.

If I could give them more stars - I definitely would without hesitation. Michael and Desiree are…read moreamazing to work with. My father's death was hard for all of us especially my mom. With their guidance and support- everything was done so well and seamlessly. There was no upselling of anything, no pressure. They were able to accommodate our requests. My mom was so impressed with Michael. He walked with her to the viewing of my father. And he stayed with us until my dad's burial was done. He made sure everything was ok before he left. Desiree was quick to respond either a call or text. She's was very helpful. Price was very reasonable. They are caring and compassionate people. I would definitely work with them again.

Tl;Dr: A local funeral home that does everything that matters better than the national mega corps…read more They don't upsell you, they're extremely helpful and informed, they're timely and I've never had a problem trying to get in touch with them. Sure, Desiree might get a little flustered if you send her cell to your AI answering machine when you don't recognize the number on the caller ID - but other than that, they all goods. Oh, and they tend to cost less than other places... that's pretty important too.

Snoqualmie Valley Funeral Home helped my family immensely when my father passed away. We were…read moreshocked because the death was very sudden and we were completely unprepared. No funeral plans, nothing to help us decide what to do and we had to make all of these decisions in the midst of coping with the grief of a sudden, unexpected death. They treated us, and my father's memory, with the utmost respect and tact. Upon visiting the funeral home, it was what you would expect from a funeral home - immaculately clean, tasteful yet serious decor; we were greeted at the door by two very compassionate, professional and sympathetic men. We were able to take our time and talk among ourselves as a family. They even had a large, comfortable couch where my mother and I, and my mother's best friend, could sit together so we could hug and hold her hands while we discussed the funeral options. We did not feel at all rushed, and the thing that stood out the most was that they did not take advantage of our grief, they did not try to sell us any services that we didn't need. The urn that my mother liked was actually one of their cheaper ones (a simple lacquered wooden cube) and they did not try to sell us anything more expensive. If you are in the unfortunate position of looking for a compassionate funeral home, I would recommend this one.

Sunset Hills Memorial Park & Funeral Home provided thoughtful and professional service during an…read moreincredibly difficult time for our family. The staff were attentive, organized, and genuinely caring, making what could have been an overwhelming process much more manageable. The facilities are peaceful, well-maintained, and create a comforting atmosphere for honoring and remembering our loved one. We truly felt that our family's needs were understood and that our loved one was treated with the utmost dignity. A special thank you to Celebrant Stu Schell, who conducted the service with warmth, compassion, and sensitivity. His guidance and presence made the ceremony even more meaningful and helped our family feel supported throughout. We are also very grateful to Taelin and Pat, whose kindness, attention to detail, and thoughtful care ensured everything went smoothly and eased our burden during this difficult time. Overall, Sunset Hills, along with Stu Schell, Taelin, and Pat, made a very challenging time a little easier, and we are sincerely thankful for their support and compassion.

This beautiful funeral home is a landmark in Bellevue, having been around for a long time, and…read morebeing the resting place to many in this community. They have various types of plots and mausoleums, and their new building is much larger and modern, with multiple rooms, large reception hall, and ample parking. The staff were very professional and helped the experience feel organized and streamlined. I appreciated them bringing us umbrellas when it started to rain, and some even gave up their own umbrellas for the guests, despite this gesture soaking them in the rain instead. We felt very respected and cared for during the entire event, and the tech (like mics, tv, audio) were prepared well and of high quality, and did not take away from the eulogies and mourning experience.

My twin sister was in Hospice with terminal cancer in Seattle, We knew that her death was imminent…read morebut I live 1500 miles away and I could not be there with her and her family to help with the necessary arrangements. I called Western Cremation and spoke to Adrien. He was so knowledgeable. He walked me through the process. His empathy, professionalism and calm demeanor was a godsend! Western took care of everything: the transport of my sister, her cremation, the delivery of the ashes to her family, dealing with the coroner, the necessary reporting to the government and the ordering of the death certificates. The loss of a loved one is never painless, but Western was there for us during a very trying and tragic time, easing the loss. We appreciate all the they did and we recommend them wholeheartedly.

I was very apprehensive about ordering such an important and delicate matter on line. I contacted…read morethem once my Mom passed. They took care of everything! It was a difficult time but Western Cremation Alliance took over and handled everything seamlessly. I was able to just grieve for my Mom.

I just want to let anyone thinking of using Funeral Alternatives to ask for Lyndsie she was very…read moreprofessional and kind. she went over and beyond her duties. by doing everything we asked for. The funeral place was very clean and well decorated. She helped us with arranging a Military Service, by given of the flag and by having Taps played at the funeral.the body was outstanding. They did an awesome job on him , He seemed like he was sleeping. she took care of everything. The Vaule was just right. Thank you so much Lyndise and everyone that was involve.

We were looking to plan our cremation and met with Lucia Malo. She was very helpful explaining the…read moreprocess and our options. The prices quoted were within our budget. We signed a contract and were pleased with the outcomes. When we had some questions after the meeting, Lucia was quick to respond and gave the information we needed.

They were perfect. Very reasonable prices, half of whet the Neptune Society charged where I…read morestupidly went first (check the BBB on them if you are interested). Elemental does not try to make you buy anything. No upselling. Kind people. Extra procedures beyond legal requirements to confirm the ashes you receive are of your loved one. For most people, finding a funeral home/crematory is not something we often do. We are vulnerable, often grieving when arranging for these services. You can trust Elemental.

A very thoughtful service…read more The whole process was handled with care and sympathy. Exactly what we needed during a very challenging moment for our family'.

I want to express my heartfelt appreciation for Columbia Funeral Home, and especially for Nichole,…read morewho supported our family through the arrangements for my granddaughter, Za'Mani. During one of the most painful moments of our lives, Nichole was a steady and compassionate presence. She offered us a deeply meaningful way to honor Za'Mani -- inviting us to write personal notes and messages that would be cremated with her. This act allowed us to send our love with her in a way that felt intimate, spiritual, and true. It was something we will never forget. What stood out most was the way Nichole held the process. She met us with gentleness, understanding, and a sincere sensitivity to the weight of our grief. Her presence felt warm, grounded, and respectful -- like she truly saw our granddaughter and our family, not just a task to complete. Even with the added complications the funeral home was facing at the time, recovering from arson damage, Nichole remained present, patient, and attentive. Her heart for this work is evident. She brings dignity, respect, and care that goes beyond professionalism -- it is human, empathetic, and real. I am deeply grateful to Nichole and to Columbia Funeral Home for helping us honor our granddaughter with love and reverence. We will always remember how we were treated during this time.

"Have the day you deserve" said the woman after handing the bag of my beloved mother's cremains in…read morethe parking lot of Columbia Funeral Home. "You came at the wrong time" she said when she came out of their garage. I showed her the time in the previous day's reminder email. "That's not from me" she said. I had previously asked her two quick questions. "You have been rude since the beginning" she said. So much for empathy or customer service. I guess they don't have to be concerned about repeat customers. I don't know what her name was since she didn't introduce herself. Following up with their office, they didn't know either. I hope I received the right box of ashes. LOL

Very cool experience. We came for my Bruce Lee birthday bash and we're excited to see the respect…read morepaid to the man. But I was actually just as moved by Chief Seattle's daughters grave. Also, many of the monuments in this park are massive, I have literally never seen anything like it.

This cemetery is beautiful And well managed and manicured…read more The headstones here are so nice We saw a state police car parked in the cemetery so needless to say it is safe It was nice to come here and walk around Not trying to be morbid or anything Bruce Lee and Brandon Lee are buried here so we came to visit As it is top 30 things to do in Seattle