What We Do

Celebrating Life

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Funerals are essential to healing

Honoring and celebrating the life lived with family and friends is the cornerstone of healing after loss.

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We're here for you

Let us guide you

Every step of the way

Losing a loved one is difficult. Let us help ease the burden with a service as unique as your loved one.

Step 1

Reflect With aDedicated Advisor

We will start the process with an open mind; learning more about your loved one, their personality, interests, milestones and accomplishments.

Step 2

Plan Ceremonies &Celebrations

You can have your services anywhere, and any way, you want. Together, we will create a fitting and memorable event to honor your loved one.

Step 3

Determine TheirResting Place

Having a place to visit your loved one is essential to the grieving process. Whether you choose burial or cremation, we will guide you through your options.

Step 4

Call Us WhenYou Need Us

We manage every element of your loved one’s life celebration and all the details in between. Let us know when you need us and we will bring your loved one into our care.

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Funerals & Cremation Services

Create An Unforgettable Funeral Experience

Begin the healing process with services that beautifully honor the memory of your loved one. We offer many options that can be tailored to meet your needs - and your budget.

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Bright interior featuring a glass ceiling with warm stone walls and a tranquil atmosphere.

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The entrance features a decorative archway and lush greenery, inviting visitors to explore.

Cemetery Options

A permanent resting place

You’ll come together for the ceremony and continue to heal by visiting as often as you like. Whether you choose traditional burial or cremation, having a physical place to reflect is essential.

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Signature Services

Services As Unique As Life

Our Signature Services℠ can help create something that’s very unique and personalized - you may find that choosing one, or even a few of these, helps make your memories even more special.

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Service members carefully fold an American flag over a wooden casket at a military funeral ceremony.

A service member salutes proudly before the U.S. flag, marking a significant moment.

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Veteran Services

Chapel of the Chimes Oakland Funeral, Cemetery and Cremation Services takes pride in honoring and respecting all veterans for their service and proudly presents discounts on honorable arrangement options.

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Testimonials

What Families Are Saying

Real Stories from Real People

Fred was very personable and extremely helpful. He made us glad we picked Chapel of the Chimes.
Author: Toni Nestore rated with 5 stars

Grace Marie is very professional and thoughtful, She has a gift for explaining things to make everything seem clear. Thank you Grace you are one of a kind
Author: Milton Morrow rated with 5 stars

Thank you for being so supportive and kind during this difficult time for me and my family. We are forever grateful
Author: Jessica Santiago rated with 5 stars

I'm no stranger to loss. With that being said, I recently experienced one of the toughest ever. When the circumstances are bad, it really helps to be handled with care. Cynthia really treated us with the kindness and compassion that we needed, and I'm grateful she was there.
Author: Alex C, rated with 5 stars

There are not even words to describe the display professionalism and Heartfelt feelings we had From Cecilia Montoya Before, during, and after our appointment with her .. 5 Stars all of the way !! Thank you, Cece …..
Author: Jayne Barrett rated with 5 stars

The service was excellent! Much respect for Ms. Elizabeth who supported my niece’s choice to personally bathe and prepare her mothers body for her family viewing. It was a most sacred moment and Elizabeth Guided us without judgement but with shared joy. She was on her third day of working at The Chapel… Job well done. Thank you!
Author: Cjoyinnertainment Sharifah Ihsan-Wilson rated with 5 stars

Everyone at Oakland Chapel of The Chimes was so nice and caring. Especially the ones that worked with our family directly and continuously which were Ed and Min Spencer; we felt the comfort, love, care and concern that we needed during our time of loss. Thank you so much, it meant more to us than you could ever know. May God Bless you all.
Author: M Pernell rated with 5 stars

My husband passed away unexpectedly. Chapel of the chimes helped me and my family pull together a beautiful celebration of life . Nicole and Minister Spencer are amazing people. They guided us through the entire experience.
Author: Elizabeth Magee rated with 5 stars

My husband Enrique and I highly recommend Chapel of the Chimes and Mrs. Donna Matthews for your prearrangement needs. She was very professional and pleasantly accommodating. Two thumbs up!
Author: Deborah A Wanzo (Deb) rated with 5 stars

The most difficult decision that I ever had to make Donna Mathews made it so much easier for me to do, I was able to choose what I wanted & get everything done.
Author: Elois Thomas rated with 5 stars

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Free Planning Guide

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Ready to learn which funeral and cemetery options are right for you?Get started today by requesting your Free Planning Guide.

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We create unforgettable healing experiences that connect, heal, & celebrate the lives of legends.

Let us guide you

Create An Unforgettable Funeral Experience

A permanent resting place

Services As Unique As Life

Honoring Those Who Serve.

What Families Are Saying

Get Your Free Planning Guide

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We create unforgettable healing experiences that connect, heal, & celebrate the lives of legends.

Let us guide you

Create An Unforgettable Funeral Experience

A permanent resting place

Services As Unique As Life

Honoring Those Who Serve.

What Families Are Saying

Get Your Free Planning Guide

Related Links

Steps to Making Arrangements

Funeral FAQs

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