Greenwood Funeral Home

“I am a funeral director in St. Paul, MN. I have been in the profession for over 40 years. This past week I was in New Orleans with my wife and another couple. We decided to visit a cemetery to learn more about the burial practices in New Orleans. We took the trolly out of the French Quarter that was marked cemeteries. We really didn't know where we would end up. The trolly did indeed take us to the entrance of a cemetery. Greenwood Funeral Home is located at the entrance to that cemetery. I told our group that I wanted to stop in the funeral home to introduce myself and see if there was a director available that we could talk with. As we walked up to the front door we were immediately greeted by the staff. This was a very nice welcoming touch. I asked if there was a director we could talk with. At that point Sylvia introduced herself to us. Sylvia immediately welcomed us and began showing us around the facility. The funeral home is very beautiful. However, without caring people the building means nothing, no matter how beautiful it is. It became very clear to me that Sylvia has a true passion for serving people in a time of need. She not only showed us around the funeral home, but she also pulled up her car to the front of the building and took us on a guided tour of two cemeteries. She was extremely knowledgeable and respectful of these sacred and historical spaces. Sylvia did not have to take two hours out of her day to be as accommodating as she was to us, but she did. Having been a funeral director myself for the past 40 years I feel I have good judgement when it comes to the people serving this profession. Sylvia is the director I would want caring for me and helping guide me through planning an end of life celebration for one of my loved ones. Thank you Sylvia for taking a few hours of your time to make an impact on us. Without you we would have just walked through the cemetery unaware of the true history and sacredness of the space.”

— john jaskulske

“Greenwood Funeral Home provided comfort, compassion, and professionalism that went above and beyond our expectations. Ms. Sylvia Mantia treated our family with genuine care and patience, guiding us through every step of the process with kindness. They listened to our wishes, offered thoughtful suggestions, and ensured every detail of the service reflected our loved one’s personality and values. The facility was warm and welcoming, and the atmosphere felt peaceful and respectful. We are deeply grateful for their support and the dignity they brought to our farewell. I would highly recommend Greenwood Funeral Home to any family seeking compassionate and attentive service during such a tender time.”

— Kendra Popp

“We are incredibly grateful to Payton and the entire staff at Greenwood Cemetery for the care and compassion they showed our family during my mother’s funeral. From the moment we arrived, everyone was welcoming, warm, and genuinely kind. There were five of us siblings, and each one of us felt personally taken care of. The staff was extremely accommodating and worked hard to fulfill every request we had, always with patience and grace. Payton’s suggestions were especially helpful and thoughtful, and they truly contributed to making the day beautiful and meaningful. During such a difficult time, their professionalism, empathy, and attention to detail made all the difference. We couldn’t have asked for better support, and we will always be thankful for the care they gave our family.”

— Terri Savoie