Forest Ridge Funeral Home Memorial Park Chapel

“If I could give them more than 5 stars, I would, maybe even a million. That’s how incredible this funeral home and their staff are. From the moment my sister passed, they showed our family nothing but compassion, patience, and grace. Every single concern we had was listened to, and every detail was handled with such professionalism. From the very first meeting, they took their time to explain everything to us clearly, step by step, so we always felt comforted, supported, and in control during such a heartbreaking time. The staff were gentle, thoughtful, and so kind. Even my nieces and nephews were cared for, something I never expected but will never forget. They provided crayons and paper to keep them busy, and it was such a sweet gesture that showed their thoughtfulness extended not just to the adults, but to the children who were also grieving. It gave me such peace knowing my kids were considered and cared for, and never once did I feel judged or scolded for them being kids in such a heavy moment. That kindness truly helped me in my grieving process. A special thank you to Mr. Medina, Jordan, and especially Jacqueline. Jacqueline consistently went above and beyond, always making sure my children were comfortable and always checking on us with such genuine care. But honestly, every single staff member was outstanding, each one of them made a lasting impression on us. The service itself was flawless. The way they handled transferring my sister from the funeral home to the church and then to the cemetery was done with such dignity and professionalism. Every detail was seamless, and we never once had to worry about what would come next. They guided us gently every step of the way, and I will always be grateful for how much care they put into making everything run smoothly. The pricing was fair, but what truly sets this funeral home apart is the people. They don’t just care for the one who has passed, they care for the family, too. They made us feel like we weren’t just another service, but like we were their family as well. Thank you to the entire team for everything you did for my sister and for us. You carried us through one of the hardest moments of our lives with such grace, love, and respect. I will always recommend you to my family, friends, and anyone in need of a funeral home. God bless you all”

— Esther Kefu

“I decided to take a moment to write this review because of the absolutely exceptional “care” (they truly cared for us) my family received at Forest Ridge Funeral Home when the matriarch of our family died after an extended convalescence. Losing a loved one is one of the most difficult things we can go through, and the experience comes with a myriad of emotions, mood swings, and stages of grief as we navigate our way through the process. One of the most challenging aspects of this is the funeral arrangements for our loved one that has passed. It truly is a surreal experience filled with conflicting emotions and this is often the time when we are most vulnerable and needing a compassionate voice to guide us. The moment we walked through the door at Forest Ridge to begin the process, we were greeted by the owner, David. He was kind, compassionate, and welcoming as we prepared to iron out the details of our celebration of life ceremony. He instantly put us at ease and let us know that he and his staff would do everything they could to make this process as easy as it could be given the circumstances. I was instantly taken with this facility. It is beautifully decorated with artwork hanging on the walls from several different eras; perfectly placed furniture throughout giving it an ornate, homey feel; the foyer showcases a baby grand piano that anchors the room with elegant dignity; and the highlight, a gorgeous chapel that seats 250 with additional seating outside in hallways with video access to view the ceremony. Everyone on the staff was exceptional and their attention to detail was beyond welcoming at a time when our family was not in our most optimum state to navigate this very challenging time. They were patient, listened to our needs, and made all the appropriate suggestions to help guide us in this process. I highly recommend Forest Ridge Funeral Home to anyone who is making one of the most important and difficult decisions we could ever make for our loved one. David and his staff will take this very difficult time and make it into one that will be held with the highest regard. Thank you to David and his incredible staff for all that you did for our family during this very challenging time. David Ahearn”

— David Ahearn

“Brad and the entire staff at Forest Ridge were flawless in the care and support they gave to my family and me during my father's passing and subsequent memorial service. My father passed in Columbia, MO and desired to be laid to rest in his home state of Texas. The process was very detailed and long and Brad was there for me every step of the way. The care and true compassion he offered me was more like a pastor, counselor and friend than a "funeral director." The service was beautiful. The lobby was filled with photos and memories of my father and all our friends and family truly enjoyed gathering before the service and sharing memories of Dad. The atmosphere was more like we were in our living room than in a funeral home. The slide show Alyssa created for us from the photos I provided was stunning and comforting to everyone. It truly represented Daddy. The programs and thank you notes they created captured Daddy's personality perfectly. It seemed as though they actually had known him...although they never ever met him. The details Brad helped us arrange for the burial were flawless and honored my Dad and his love of his country in a way that I will never forget. I cannot thank them enough or recommend them highly enough. I wish I could rate them with 100 stars!”

— Lisa Coday