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Testimonials

We receive many letters from the families we've served, thanking us for our caring ways during their time of loss. Their words warm our hearts, and speak to you of our professionalism, compassion, and the true value of the services we provide.

  • May 08, 2013

    Good Afternoon Mr. Lim, I wanted to take a moment to let you know what a great customer service experience I had in working with Matthew Wong on your team. My brothers and I needed answers on issue with Skylawn involving assigning a plot to another individual. Matthew went out of his way to assist us and turn what could have been an extended process a very smooth and easy one. He is a great asset for Skylawn and made working through this process effortless. Excellent service is extraordinarily difficult to find and you have certainly found it with Mathew Wong. Thank you.

    T.B.
  • May 07, 2013

    Dear Ms. Ladd, Our beloved son, J.L.S., passed away in Burlingame, CA on December 18, 2012. On Wednesday, December 19th, my husband and I met with you at Skylawn to plan and prepare for a funeral service. Even though we were still reeling with the shock of his passing we knew there was much to be done. Knowing how to get it done was at the time overwhelming. However, from the moment we met with you until the time we departed Skylawn you where there to help us in every way possible. The sadness of loosing our only child had us in a state of almost unbearable grief, but we knew we must honor his life. J was a truly remarkable person and we miss him each and everyday. When we attended the service at Skylawn in San Mateo on Sunday December 23 we were filled with memories of his life. We wanted our son's funeral service to be carried out with respect and dignity. Our wishes were granted for as we sat through the service filled with despair, we took comfort in hearing people say a few words about him or just pay their respects. We believe he would have appreciated how we celebrated his life on that December day. In closing, please accept our sincere appreciation for the manner in which you carried out the funeral service and other responsibilities related to his passing. Your professional yet caring way of treating us, our family, his wife, his in-laws and friends was exemplary. You handled a very sensitive issue with a high degree of diplomacy. Our final memory of our son on that damp and rainy December day was of him being surrounded by yellow roses which had been placed by those who loved and admired him. Ending the service with such a moving tribute is a memory we will keep always. We are forever grateful to you and your capable staff.

    J & N S.
  • April 30, 2013

    Dear Tony - Out family thanks you for the care, respect and guidance through this difficult time. Your care for our mother was dignified and loving. It will take us much time to grieve, but knowing her final resting place is so peaceful and beautiful, she is smiling down on us.

    K.H.
  • April 16, 2013

    I was at your main location April 10th and the 12th for the services for my dear Aunt, C. S. There are simply no words that can express my admiration over your beautiful facilities. In my lifetime of visiting funeral homes in Michigan and Georgia, I can honestly say I have NEVER seen a funeral home like Skylawn - simply beautiful. I would be remiss if I didn't mention the friendly , yet professional staff. Nicole and Lisa are - bar none - the most amazing and wonderful people to work with. I really felt like I reconnected with two old friends. Thanks to everyone for bringing a measure of joy to this emotional experience. Warmest Regards to Everyone at Skylawn,

    L.W.
  • April 04, 2013

    Michael, You did a first rate job in assisting with my mom's affairs. You have a wonderful kind personality, very professional on the phone, and responded in a timely manner and the whole process for me seemed effortless.It is part of life and I feel good I have everything in order for her. I thank you for everything.

    K.A
  • March 11, 2013

    Dear Nikol, Zach and Lisa, Thank you so much for all your assistance and support in laying my mother to rest, this past weekend. Your kindness every step of the way was much appreciated. the services were so beautiful and exactly as my mom had requested. Zach was so kind thoughtful the day scrambling to add chairs and give us comfort at every turn. Lise was so kind and gentle with us as we dressed my mom one last time. Her gentleness was so special. Nikol, your walking us through the whole process, even while we were so grief stricken could not have been easy. You all have a very though job but you manage with amazing grace.

    The Family of I.G.
  • March 05, 2013

    It is a Good-Morning Michael, You were so kind and wonderful to me and my family. My thanks to you comes from my prayers to God. A sincere "Thank you" for your support.

    L.C.
  • February 18, 2013

    Hi Nicky, Thank you so much for everything yesterday. You really did an outstanding job for us! Everyone enjoyed the food -- please be sure to tell the caterer we're very pleased. You handled everything with grace.

    G.
  • February 12, 2013

    Debra Lui was incredible. Any questions she answered with honest integrity. With my boyfriend’s passing, it does comfort me to know that someone with such good heart was there to listen. She was kind and professional. Her empathy is very admirable. I will never forget the understanding and support shown to me. Debra made a very difficult situation bearable. I didn't feel as though I was a burden to her. Very caring in my time of need.

    T.D.
  • February 12, 2013

    Skylawn is a beautiful place. It is first rate. Working with Michael Dewilde has been a pleasure. He is kind and caring and very knowledgeable. I plan on using Skylawn for my own funeral when the time comes.

    L.G.
  • February 12, 2013

    Skylawn - I would like to thank all of you very much for your wonderful service and such great care you have given to my family and I. We are very blessed with everything you've done with my N.W.G. Jerica is a very pleasant person to work with. She was very helpful and caring to us. Thank you so much and God Bless.

    R.G.
  • February 08, 2013

    Skylawn - I would like to thank all of you very much for your wonderful service and such great care you have given to my family and I. We are very pleased with everything you've done with my N.W.G. Jerica is a very pleasant person to work with. She was very helpful and caring to us.

    R.G.
  • February 06, 2013

    Dear Nickol - On behalf of the K Family, I would like to express our deepest thanks for you assistance with my grandma's funeral. We were all impressed by your professionalism, attention and care, and I was especially appreciative of your willingness to accommodate all of my family's ( sometimes unexpected) requests. Thanks to you, we were able to give my grandma a beautiful service and for that we are very grateful. Best wishes for a happy and healthy New Year.

    A.K.
  • February 01, 2013

    Dear Nicole, Nicki, Patricia, Zach, Lisa and all of the Skylawn Staff - On behalf of all of our massage therapy volunteers I want to thank all of you for the wonderful training day we had at Skylawn on January 13th! Thank you Nicky and Nicole and Particia for making this such a beneficial day for all involved. We are deeply grateful for your support of our hospice volunteer program.

    S.B.
  • February 01, 2013

    Dear Mr. DeWilde It's been 10 days since we laid our father Charles to rest and we continue to receive messages of what a lovely service and burial it was. I wish to convey the L.'s family's gratitude to you and your staff for your respect and caring for us during this difficult time. Thank you very much.

    L.
  • January 22, 2013

    Dear Lorrie and Zac - I cannot thank you both enough for all your thoughtfulness and care you extended to me and my family during E.'s funeral. I realize it is your job, but we all felt special during this somber occasion. You were both always warm, thoughtful and professional. Thank you again for an amazing experience. I will always have lovely memories.

    C.B.
  • January 18, 2013

    I wanted to say thank you for all that your team of folks did for us last week in preparing my dad's services. The staff that worked with us on Saturday was fabulous and they made sure that every need was taken care of and everything sailed along smoothly. We will continue to work with Jessica and Kenny to finalize the engraving and the internment arrangements.

    Cindy
  • I want to commend your funeral director staff (Nickol Ladd, Meghan Nakamura, Zach Blotter, and Jennifer Sterling) at the Skylawn Funeral Home, San Mateo, CA. I am a recently retired United Methodist Church pastor with 37 years full time service, including 5 as a district superintendent responsible for 67 churches, 14,000 members, and 63 pastors. I have conducted more memorial services than the aggregate average worship attendance of all the churches I served! Every family I have had the privilege and pleasure to meet through Skylawn Funeral Home express their gratitude, appreciation, and admiration for the staff. Not one complaint, concern, or negative comment. I find the staff thoroughly professional and warmly personable, caring and compassionate, patient and committed to serving and responding to each client’s needs. I’m impressed with the staff’s collegial and supportive relationships. All communication with me has been delightfully timely and helpful. I value meeting with family members prior to memorial services and providing follow up for at least one year. I appreciate the staff also honors and values providing spiritual and emotional care before and after memorial services. My hope is all your facilities have the same outstanding committed, competent, and personable staff. Most gratefully yours,

    R. P.
  • Zac Blotter and the Skylawn Staff, Just a quick note to thank you and show our gratitude for the professionalism shown by you and the Skylawn staff with the care of our mother, C.M. We were very happy to see how beautiful she looked in her casket-that meant a lot to us. From the day we first arrived to your facility, the morning of our mother’s passing, to the reception ten days later, everything was handled professionally and with kindness and care. We only have good things to say about Skylawn, and will pass on our recommendation to family and friends. God Bless,

    The M. Family
  • Mr. Ron Boland, Office Personnel, Ground Crew, Mr. Boland, I just wanted to thank you for letting my big brother share in the events that took place on Veterans Day. He took pictures and shared them with me, as well as the story of raising the flag. What a beautiful sight. It was a once in a lifetime experience for me. With T. telling me what was taking place when he showed me the pictures, it was almost like being there. He was always a proud man, but he was even prouder that day. He is so proud of the red jacket. You couldn’t have given him anything that means so much to him. The Ground Crew had the place looking so great and neat. The Boy Scouts sitting out the little flags- what a sight to behold, even in photos. Thank you again for allowing T. to participate in your event. Once a proud Marine, always a proud Marine. I think that calls for a Semper Fi. God bless all of you.

    Sincerely, LFM