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read moreMany who have undergone the emotional strain of arranging a funeral within hours of losing a loved one have made the choice to pre-plan their own funeral. Doing so lifts the burden from their loved ones by relieving decision-making pressure at a time of grief and emotional stress. Funeral arrangements are a deeply personal choice. Pre-planning provides you with the time needed to make practical, detailed decisions that reflect your standards, lifestyle, taste and budget. And we assure you and your family that the choices you make will be carried out as planned.

read moreThey served our country and often made the ultimate sacrifice to defend our freedom and way of life. We understand the special needs of veteran's families. Whether it is a simple family funeral or a full military service, we would like the opportunity to serve you and our country by honoring your loved one. Please Contact Us to have one of our caring professionals help guide you through this process. The rendering of Military Funeral Honors is a way to show the Nation's deep gratitude to those who, in times of war and peace, have faithfully defended our country.

read moreAuthorize the Deputy Coroner to release your loved one into our care. Written authorization will be required for the release. If the Deputy Coroner authorizes release to us directly, we will dispatch our vehicle directly to the location. If the Coroner takes your loved one into their care for further investigation, we will go directly to the Coroner's facility when the investigation is completed. Our staff will contact the next of kin or responsible party to finalize the arrangements. All arrangements can be started using the "Important Forms" section on our website.

read moreA funeral is an important part of grieving, and often the first step in the healing process. For thousands of years, funerals have been the preferred means of expressing grief and paying tribute to loved ones. When dealing with loss and grief, there is no single solution that meets the needs of every individual. The type of service chosen is largely based on the personal preferences of both the survivors and the deceased. The important thing is that you acknowledge the passing of a loved one in a way that is meaningful and helpful in your healing, and that you realize you are not alone.

read moreWe own and operate the most modern cremation facility in California. At our Family Owned funeral home and crematory, your deceased family member never leaves our care. We are among the very few funeral homes to be involved with the cremation process from start to finish in Fresno. We don't contract with another company and hope for the best. Through our ownership of Yost & Webb Funeral Home's Crematory, we can guarantee that the cremation process is conducted with dignity, care and with professional accountability.

read moreMost of us are not prepared to plan and carry out a funeral ceremony for someone we love. And so much of the information available on this critically important subject fails to focus on what is most important: having a personalized, meaningful funeral that helps families and friends begin the healing process of mourning after the death of someone we love. This section includes information that will help provide insights necessary to help you and your family create a meaningful funeral experience that both honors the life of your loved one and starts you on the path to healing from your loss.

read moreSomeone you love has died. You are now faced with the difficult, but important, need to mourn. Mourning is the open expression of your thoughts and feelings regarding the death and the person who died. It is an essential part of healing. The following articles provide many practical suggestions to help you move toward healing in your unique grief journey. Children and teenagers have special needs following the death of a friend or family member. The following articles provide wonderful insight in helping children and teens understand and express their grief.

read moreMost of us plan ahead in life. We plan for our wedding, our children's education, family vacations, and other significant expected life events. We also plan for the unexpected events of life by purchasing home, auto and medical insurance. Understanding the benefits of pre-planning has prompted many to take the step to plan their own arrangements. Please call us at 559-237-4147 to set up an appointment to discuss pre-planning with a caring professional.