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I asked my son (age 35) where he would like his funeral services to be held and he elected Benisasia(as it was the only place he had attended funerals).
Upon my Son's departure, we made final arrangements with Benisasia; however, Benisasia does not cremate. As such, we were required to go to Meadowvale Cemetary, Crematorium & Mausoleum to make the cremation arrangements. We walked into Meadowvale's premises and thought this is where my Son would like to be - the atmosphere/ambiance, surrounding, services, quietness, location of the Crematorium were all perfect - so we decided to move my Son's body to Meadowvale.
I was prepared to pay Benisasia for their services (pick-up, storing and embalming of the body). I was not prepared to pay Professional & Staff Services fees of $650 (additional) - what service? Benisasia would not release my son's body until $1,610.25 was paid (not by telephone or electronically, but in person). Further, it appeared that some supporters called for information or showed up at Benisasia for the funeral services - they were not directed to Meadowvale. For such a large service fee, I believe they should have provided information of the change. What do you think?
I asked my son (age 35) where he would like his funeral services to be held and he elected Benisasia(as it was the only place he had attended funerals).
Upon my Son's departure, we made final arrangements with Benisasia; however, Benisasia does not cremate. As such, we were required to go to Meadowvale Cemetary, Crematorium & Mausoleum to make the cremation arrangements. We walked into Meadowvale's premises and thought this is where my Son would like to be - the atmosphere/ambiance, surrounding, services, quietness, location of the Crematorium were all perfect - so we decided to move my Son's body to Meadowvale.
I was prepared to pay Benisasia for their services (pick-up, storing and embalming of the body). I was not prepared to pay Professional & Staff Services fees of $650 (additional) - what service? Benisasia would not release my son's body until $1,610.25 was paid (not by telephone or electronically, but in person). Further, it appeared...