Business Details
27 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Partner for Compassionate Funeral Services in South Gate, CA
Midgley Gardenside Mortuary has provided compassionate funeral services since 1999, founded by Glenn E. Midgley. Our team of dedicated professionals offers personalized funeral arrangements, cremation services, and veterans' honors with unwavering attention to detail. We operate 24/7, ensuring families receive immediate support during their time of need. Our expertise spans traditional and contemporary ceremonies, including memorial services, burial planning, and international transportation of remains.We prioritize affordability without compromising quality, offering transparent pricing and free notary services. Our commitment extends beyond ceremonies through year-long grief support and assistance with insurance, Social Security, and veterans' benefits. With decades of combined experience, we uphold a legacy of trust, compassion, and community service.
Services
Funeral Services
Cremation Services
Burial Planning
Veterans Benefits
Memorial Ceremonies
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- We offer 24/7 immediate assistance with funeral arrangements
- Our staff includes certified funeral directors and embalmers
- We provide free notary public services for estate documentation
- Specialized veterans' burial flag and headstone coordination available
- Transparent pricing with options for all budget considerations
Associations and certifications
- CA Funeral Establishment License #FD-1557
- CA Funeral Director #FDR-102
- CA Embalmer #EMB-7549
- CA Life Insurance Agent #0783611
- CA Notary Commission #1209318
What people say
Best service
Helpful and friendly
Knowledgeable staff
Courteous and kind
Comforting presence
Services
Funeral Services
We create personalized funeral services honoring individual traditions and cultural preferences. Our directors coordinate visitations, viewings, church services, and graveside ceremonies with attention to every detail. Families receive guidance on casket selection, obituary preparation, and document filing while we handle logistical coordination.
Cremation Services
Our cremation services include traditional funerals followed by cremation or direct cremation with memorial ceremonies. We offer urn selection, scattering services, and permanent placement options while maintaining respectful handling throughout the process.
Veterans Benefits
We specialize in veterans' burial flags, headstones, and military honors coordination. Our team files VA paperwork, explains eligibility requirements, and ensures proper recognition through rifle salutes and flag presentations during ceremonies.
Pre-Planning
Our pre-planning services document personal wishes for future reference. We guide clients through service options, financial planning, and legal documentation to ensure preferences are honored while reducing family decision-making burdens.
Grief Support
We provide year-long daily grief support messages and ongoing counseling resources. Our team connects families with local support groups and offers personalized follow-up to address emotional needs beyond the initial service period.
People
Glenn E. Midgley
Owner/Funeral Director
Founder Glenn Midgley established the mortuary in 1999 after graduating from Cypress College's Mortuary Science program. He holds dual certifications as funeral director and embalmer, plus life insurance and notary licenses.
Questions
What types of funeral services do you offer?
We provide traditional funerals, cremation services, memorial ceremonies, and veterans' honors with customizable options.
Do you offer pre-planning services?
Yes, we help create personalized pre-arrangements to ensure your wishes are honored and ease future burdens.
Are transportation services available for remains?
We offer domestic and international transportation of remains, including scattering at sea options.
How do you support veterans' families?
We coordinate veterans' burial flags, headstones, and military honors through our specialized VA benefits program.
What payment options are available?
We accept major credit cards and cash, with transparent pricing discussed upfront during consultation.
