Ciara was very caring knowledgeable. I lost my mother-in-law in February and she handled her…read morecremation with care and kindness. And then in April, my husband passed away. She was great with assisting us to pick the casket and bringing him to Los Angeles to be buried. The stress I was feeling was overwhelming and they made it stress-free as much as they could I highly recommend.

I am writing to formally express significant disappointment regarding the transportation and…read morehandling of floral arrangements during the services for my husband's family member, which included a viewing in Palm Springs (Fitzhenry) and the subsequent transport to the cemetery. While I understand that funeral homes may not feel direct responsibility for arrangements not purchased through their services, the handling of these items significantly impacts the overall experience of the grieving family and loved ones. As an individual with six years of experience in the floral and service industry, I found the delivery process to be unacceptable. Concerns Regarding Transportation and Handling * Improper Transport: During the transportation from the church/viewing location to the cemetery, arrangements were visibly stacked on top of one another. This practice is disastrous for delicate floral structures and results in damage to costly tributes. * On-Site Damage: Upon arrival at the cemetery, one arrangement was visibly dropped by staff, resulting in immediate damage to several flowers. This occurrence was witnessed by numerous family members, causing considerable distress, especially given that the family planned to take all floral tributes home. * Destruction of a Key Arrangement: I had to intervene directly when an arrangement (specifically, the "wings") was being broken by a worker. I observed the worker ripping out flowers (gladiolus) and disposing of them carelessly into a bush adjacent to the casket. This specific arrangement was subsequently too damaged for the family to take home. * Missing Banners: I also had to personally ensure the retrieval of accompanying banners, which had been stuffed back into the damaged "wings" arrangement. I spoke with Mark and Danny at the time regarding the issue of the banners. Issues Regarding Floral Materials * Aisle Stands/Easels: It was observed that the metal aisle stands or easels, which were provided free of charge by the florists for the display of sprays and wreaths, were retained by the funeral home staff. These stands are typically provided for the family's use to display the tributes and do not belong to the funeral home. The family should have been allowed to keep or manage the return of these items. Recommended Action and Transparency Floral tributes are not inexpensive and represent profound expressions of love and respect. The lack of care shown for these items was extremely disheartening. I urge the funeral home to implement the following changes immediately: 1. Mandatory Transparency: If proper, temperature-controlled transportation and adequate spatial accommodation are not available in your vehicles for large or multiple floral arrangements, this information must be communicated to the families and loved ones prior to the service. 2. Staff Training: Implement mandatory training for all personnel involved in the handling and transport of floral tributes, emphasizing the need for respectful and careful handling of all arrangements, regardless of their origin. 3. Policy Review: Review current policies regarding the disposition of floral accessories (such as easels and banners) to ensure they are returned to the family or florist as appropriate. We are incredibly disappointed that a day intended for respectful remembrance was overshadowed by the observable mishandling of these final tributes. We look forward to your acknowledgment of these serious issues and confirmation of the corrective steps you plan to take.

I can't say enough good things about Rose Mortuary. They seem very caring and helpful. I dealt with…read moreAmber and Alex and they were both as wonderful could be. I highly recommend them.

Great support in our time of need. Our father passed away unexpectedly, and we were at a loss for…read morehow to handle arrangements. Rose Mortuaries came highly recommended by the medical officials who attended to our father. When we called Rose Mortuaries we initially spoke with Connie who was patient, empathetic, and did not overwhelm us at all. When we attended our first appointment we worked with Alex who saw us all the way through the entire process. We knew our father wished to be cremated, and Alex helped fill in all the gaps for our family. She was attentive and provided us space at the same time. She didn't push anything on us and clearly explained the essentials, dates, and was extremely flexible on accommodations that were in between some of the options offered. We had an intimidate memorial / viewing for our father at the Rancho Mirage location for immediate family. The location was private, quiet, and well presented. Our father was well presented and looked handsome and at rest. In the days after the viewing, my father was cremated, and Rose Mortuaries accommodated our family's needs to have the ashes divided amongst my brothers and me. We each had a say in the process and were able to honor our father in our own unique way. All paperwork and certification were presented in clearly marked envelopes and folders. I would highly recommend Ros Mortuaries to any family in need.

My husband tragically lost his son and we were looking for a funeral/cremation service that could…read moreprovide us with a warm, compassionate and kind atmosphere. I had called several businesses in the Thousand Palms/Palm Springs area, and after speaking to Shay and Ally at New Journey, I knew that we had found the place where my stepson would receive loving care and dignity. The staff at New Journey were helpful, considerate, and answered all of our questions and requests in a timely manner. They were genuine and patient. The location in Thousand Palms had a very comforting atmosphere and provided us a peaceful place to grieve. We explained to the staff what we were looking for, and what we needed, and they met and exceeded all of our expectations in terms of communication, location, and cost. I would highly recommend New Journey Cremation and Funeral Services to anyone who is looking for a loving and caring facility for their loved one.

We recently had a very close family member pass away, and during such a difficult time New Journey…read moreCremation was truly wonderful to work with. From the very beginning, their communication was exceptional and they guided us through every step with care and compassion. Their professionalism went far beyond what we expected. They were patient, respectful, and incredibly supportive while our family was going through such a painful and emotional time. It meant a lot to us to have people who were not only professional but also genuinely kind and understanding. I truly appreciate everything they did to go above and beyond for me and my family. I would highly recommend New Journey Cremation to anyone who needs compassionate and reliable help during such a difficult moment.

In our time of grief, Fernando made the difficulty of making arrangements for my dad's funeral less…read morepainful. He and his associates were very compassionate and kind. From start to finish, Fernando was there every step of the way. They took very good care of my father. Treated him and us with the utmost respect. Their prices were also the best around and you get the best of what you need. Thank you Fernando and your team for making this painful experience less difficult for me and my family.

Sadly I had the opportunity to meet Fernando last year, and I say sadly because no one ever wants…read moreto need the person planning your grandparents funeral. We buried both my grandparents in less than one year, and I honestly do not know what I would have done with Fernando's guidance and assistance. The level of detail and empathy for the family was amazing. Every tiny question I had they would answer. Giselle was also a very important part in the process as she made sure to call me to let me know how my grandma was looking to get her ready for the service. You cannot put a value on someone helping you out during these difficult times but if I ever have to plan another one which I hope I don't Fernando Giselle and his team are the people to go with. Thank you new journey Fernando and Giselle and your team! You made this horrible time in our family a better one by organizing all the big pieces that needed to be handled.

I pre arranged my parents services in 2010. Everyone was extremely helpful. My mother passed in…read more2012 and my dad last year. Again, the process couldn't have been easier to navigate. I will probably pre arrange my own services with Forest Lawn Cat City. That were helpful, kind and very empathic.

Very nice cemetery & the people who work here are very caring, helpful, & accommodating.read more

Yelp was very good at matching the help I needed with the correct type vendor…read more It was very quick and I got a good match within five minutes.

We were looking for a place to do a cremation. Communication was phenomenal. Pricing was more than…read morefair. Their representative, Conrad was extremely professional and empathetic. Would absolutely recommend percent.

Mirna Flores is absolutely Amazing! Wonderful customer service provided by her. She is honest…read moreReliable Caring Local knowledge. I highly recommend this location. Ask for Mirna Flores

I would like to thank Daniele and Lionel for their excellent services in arranging my father's…read morefuneral and burial services. Danielle and Lionel were informative, compassionate and answered all our questions quickly. My father's services were beautiful. Well done!

We first contacted Forest Lawn on February 1st after the loss of our beloved family member. From…read moreour initial conversation with Counselor, Jessica Olivares, she was very attentive to our needs and took the time to answer every question from start to finish. If I sent a follow-up email, I could always count on a fast reply, at any time of the day from Jessica. When it came time for the date of the services, we went past the allotted time to pay our final respects to our loved one, but we're treated with the utmost respect from their staff. Every aspect of the services were handled with great care and complete detail. We sincerely appreciate Forest Lawn for their Professionalism during our most difficult of times. Without hesitation or reservation, our family highly recommends Forest Lawn for your needs. Thank you Forest Lawn!

Forest Lawn employees( Mirna Flores) and managers are absolutely amazing, great customer service…read moreknowledgeable caring honest and value. I highly recommend Forest Lawn.