Funeral Homes Serving Piedmont, CA Families

Chapel of the Chimes, located at 4499 Piedmont Avenue, has been Oakland’s trusted home for funeral, cremation and cemetery care since 1909.

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Piedmont Families Need Clear Next Steps After a Loss

Whether your family is near Piedmont Park or along the avenues of Crocker Highlands, knowing what to do after a death can feel overwhelming. You don’t have to figure it out alone. One trusted Oakland team, just minutes away, helps you through each step with calm, experienced guidance.

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Exterior view of the Chapel of the Chimes with garden and fountain.

Close to Piedmont, Rooted in Oakland

Piedmont families choose Chapel of the Chimes for the reassurance of one experienced team, one historic location and one place to arrange every detail. Since 1909, Chapel of the Chimes has served East Bay families, and in 1928, the Julia Morgan-designed expansion became the landmark families know today. We have offered the same personalized service and care that respects every culture, faith and budget.

The Difference Next Door

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One place for funeral, cremation and cemetery care, so you never have to coordinate multiple providers during a hard time.
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A Julia Morgan-designed landmark on Piedmont Avenue, just minutes from Piedmont, where the community has gathered since 1909.
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Compassionate guidance available any hour, with the experience to honor every culture, faith and tradition in our community.

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Caring for Piedmont and Nearby Communities

From our Oakland home on Piedmont Avenue, we serve Piedmont and the surrounding East Bay. Whatever your family needs today, one caring team can assist you and point you toward helpful resources.

Has a death occurred? Immediate help any hour for Piedmont families facing a loss right now. We guide the first steps.

Cultural and Religious Funerals

Services honoring all faiths, cultures and traditions.

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What to Do When Someone Dies

Help for families in the hours and days after a loss.

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Grief Support and Counseling

Grief resources including support groups and compassionate assistance.

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Funeral Etiquette and What to Wear

What to wear, what to bring and what to expect when attending a service.

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Local Accommodations and Florists

Accommodations for visiting family members, as well as nearby florists.

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Plan Ahead

Make these choices in advance and spare your family difficult decisions later. Learn how to plan ahead with us.

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Piedmont Funeral and Cremation FAQs

  • Chapel of the Chimes offers funeral, cremation and cemetery care together at our Oakland landmark on Piedmont Avenue, just minutes from Piedmont. Families can choose traditional services, memorial services, cremation options and cemetery arrangements, all guided by one local team.

A final note

Trusted Care Minutes from Piedmont

Whatever you’re facing today, you don’t have to face it alone. Reach out and a caring member of our Oakland team will help right away.

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