I and my sister Debbie went to the crematory to see mom once last time. I was surprised: she was in…read moreremarkably good physical condition for what she'd been through, and what I was afraid I'd see. The cooler did a great job of preserving her. As we visited with her, for the last time before she's cremated this evening, I stroked her hair, told her I loved her, and I was so very sorry, and how desperately I missed her. I kissed her goodby on the forehead, twice, because Debbie was too squeamish to kiss her goodby, and truthfully, Debbie is too short to lean into the cremation container without knocking the whole thing down, an undignified prospect for our mom. Mr. Ralph Bowles and Mr Chris Wooldridge of Gent Funeral Home, in Alton IL did a wonderful job, draping linens to allow us to see mom's face while shielding us from any unpleasantness happening elsewhere. Should you have the sad duty to arrange services for a loved one in the Alton area, Gent Funeral Home does a superior job. Give them a call.

I write from the perspective of a clergyperson, not a customer's next-of-kin. But what my review…read morelacks in depth of experience, it makes up in breadth. After almost a decade in the community, I've worked with a lot of funeral homes, and can tell you they share certain similarities with other small businesses. This place is a main street tradition facing increased competition from new suburban competitors. The suburban funeral homes probably are placed better for exposure to new residents, but Weber-Rodney is deeply rooted in the E'ville community, in a traditional home that's been around as long as any current resident can remember. Mike (Weber) took over the business from his father Phil, and Ed (Rodney) is the new partner, though he's been working here for decades. They are caring, efficient, and respectful of a variety of religious traditions. Members of my congregation choose Weber & Rodney more often than any other funeral home.

I called Weber/Rodney Funeral home yesterday because my grandfather is dying and is in Hospice. We…read morehave very specific needs because his burial plot is out of state. When I started explaining what services we need and don't need and was asking about pricing Mr. Rodney made me feel like they weren't going to be making enough money off of us and that it was a bother for him to help. Needless to say, I am looking for a different funeral home today. Its a hard enough time for me staying with him 24/7 I would NEVER recommend them nor will I ever use them. Everyone will die but at lease we have choices in whom we let in during such a difficult time in our lives.

The service was amazing and respectful to our families wishes. Value was good for the area and last…read moreminute situation. Love how clean and updated it looked and such big rooms to socialize.

We had done business with Renner's for years on a B2B level, and they've always been amazing to…read moredeal with. However, when my dad suddenly passed a couple months ago, it was no question that Renner was where we had to go. I couldn't have imagined having anyone handle my dad's funeral. David, Mike, Jim, Bill--they all were wonderful. You truly get personal, hometown service here. This is a lifelong Belleville family and you're not treated like a number or offered ridiculous packages; it's PERSONAL. Many other, corporately owned funeral homes sell funerals and sell them with packages and gimmicks. No one will help me with this part of life except Renner.

We worked with the amazing Wojstrom team as our loved one died in another state with prior…read morearrangements (thankfully) made with Wojstrom. They were extremely professional, understanding, and knowledgeable throughout a process that included coordinating with another funeral home. I highly recommend them!

From the owner: Wojstrom Funeral Home & Crematory Inc-a family owned and operated funeral home and crematory. It is…read moreour goal to provide the highest level of services at the most affordable cost while striving to exceed a family's expectations. Our family will help your family honor the memory of your loved one whether it is through a traditional funeral service or a simple cremation. We would be honored to help you plan a religious service or a celebration of life for you or your loved one prior to death or at the time of need that reflect your wishes and values or those of your loved one. Our services offered: Funeral Services, Cremation & Crematory Services, Pre-Planning, Online Memorials, Obituaries, Veteran's Benefits, Social Security, Death Certificates & After Care. We accept the transfer of pre-arrangements from other funeral homes both in state and out of state. For more information regarding our home or services please call or visit us online.