I cannot say enough good things about Green Valley Mortuary and the Funeral Director who assisted our family, Wes Larsen. Wes was extremely compassionate and attentive, patient and kind, knowledgeable and efficient. My 86 year old father passed away in January 2019 and it was difficult for my 86 year old mother to cope. Wes treated her, and our whole family, with respect, dignity and patience.
No matter how prepared you think you are, or might be expecting a parent or loved one to pass due to an extended illness like cancer, it still comes as a shock to your body and mind when it really happens.
Anyone who has lost a close loved one will know that it's very hard to think, it's hard to remember information, and it's hard to make even simple decisions. Wes understood and kept track of every detail so that we didn't have to. He kept in touch and on track every step of the way in preparing my father's Celebration of Life and his final resting details.
All of the staff at Green Valley Mortuary were extremely kind and gentle with my mom, myself and my sister, and our children as well. As I said, I can't say enough good things about everyone there.
The facilities and grounds are superb as well. We had my dad's service in the Legacy Center. It, and the entire facility, are beautiful. The ambiance they've created is beautiful and peaceful. The Legacy Center is a perfect place to celebrate the life of a loved one. Every detail was thought of from the podium and sound system for everyone to share their memories, to the large screen that drops down for a slide show commemorating the loved one, to the attractive and high quality dining table set up.
We had a lunch Celebration. It was a new concept for me, but we were all very pleased with it. The food was amazingly delicious and the service impeccable. It was a wonderful way to mingle and chat with dear friends and relatives that we don't get to see as often as we like. It was the perfect prelude to the bittersweet reason we were together. The Celebration of Life went off without a hitch and left everyone feeling uplifted and loved.
My family and I highly recommend Wes Larson, Green Valley Mortuary and the entire staff and experience provided there. Thank you Wes! And thanks to all at GVMCI !