Please accept our deepest sympathies for your loss.

Without prior arrangements for cremation, the myriad of details requiring attention can feel overwhelming. Understand that our experienced and caring professionals are ready to help you through this difficult grieving period, and answer any questions you have about cremation in California and making final arrangements. With one call, we take over the burden of cremation planning.

If a death has occurred, please contact us at 1-888-987-4336 or fill out the form on this page.

Recent Reviews

My father's final arrangements were pre-arranged, but Ed was very... Read More

My father’s final arrangements were pre-arranged, but Ed was very professional, understanding and very efficient. He answered most of my questions before I could ask them, and if I did ask, he was on it. I could not have asked for more during this time and am very thankful my father chose Trident for his final arrangements

Ernest R. C.

Oakley, CA

This Trident Society location provided the most exceptional customer service... Read More

This Trident Society location provided the most exceptional customer service ever! In particular, Susanna Vasquez, was compassionate, kind, patient, and informative during the difficult time when we lost our beloved father. She helped us understand the process in simple terms and was knowledgeable every step of the way. Susanna kept us informed about the tasks and action items and asked us if we had questions along the way. For anyone who needs cremation services, I would very highly the Mowry Ave location in Fremont, CA. Thank you SO much, Susanna and the entire Mowry Ave. Staff for your excellent service!

Linda T.

San Jose, CA

Dealing with the loss of a loved one is difficult... Read More

Dealing with the loss of a loved one is difficult but Ed, our Trident representative, made the process easy, and even enjoyable. Ed is considerate, compassionate and humorous at just the right moments. His flexibility helped us cope with several challenges, and his connections helped us book an Honor Guard for a Memorial Day service with little-advanced notice. I can’t think of a better partner to help navigate this difficult journey.

Jean S.

Vallejo, CA.

Randy and everyone at Trident was AMAZING and I can’t... Read More

Randy and everyone at Trident was AMAZING and I can’t thank them all enough for all they did! I’ll share my experience as I am sure it is the typical and those that worry Trident won’t assist you when needed…My Dad passed away at the hospital, they graciously offered to contact Trident for me. I gave them a copy of his card with all the information and signed a release. I received a call later that day from Neptune stating they had my dad. I told them there must have been an error and Trident should have him. Neptune said ‘we’ll since we have him, you can pay us and ask Trident for a refund’ when I said Trident knows all of my dad’s wishes I wanted them to have him. Neptune then said ‘well if you do that you’ll have to pay a pickup and transfer fee’ I said ‘I will call Trident and let them know you have my dad and there is a ransom due’ and hung up. Trident handled everything immediately and had my dad in their care the next day. My dad had purchased a cherrywood box with the flag on top Since I was several miles from where Randy was. He had another ordered, had it BEAUTIFULLY engraved and had my dad remains shipped to a Trident location near me where I swapped my box for the engraved one. Through all Randy and Trident was there for me…and it continues with assistance with getting through the grieving process. I wanted to share my experience so if anyone fears that unless they use a local funeral home they won’t be helped…you will. Thank you all at Trident and a very special thank you to Randy Lerner!

Clarice A.

Belmont, CA

There really are no words for how wonderful the staff... Read More

There really are no words for how wonderful the staff is at Walnut Creek Trident. Ed and Kay were fantastic. Thank you to my parents who had this set up ahead making all the difference with the arrangements. I am going to plan ahead and I tell everyone to contact Trident and take care of business. Ed made my family feel comfortable and understood our humor. Thank you, Ed, for your compassion, sympathy, and empathy.

Anne-Marie

Walnut Creek, CA

We are forever grateful for all the help you provided... Read More

We are forever grateful for all the help you provided and kindness you have shown us. Your staff are really helpful and informative. They have provided us with knowledge about the process that our parent had to go through and are always willing to answer any question we have. Thank you once again for everything..

Gina C.

San Diego, CA

Christine was so helpful, compassionate, thorough, and consistent in our... Read More

Christine was so helpful, compassionate, thorough, and consistent in our time of sorrow of my Dad’s passing. Thank you, Christine!

Donna D.

Morongo Valley, CA

In April last year, my husband passed away suddenly from... Read More

In April last year, my husband passed away suddenly from a heart attack. We knew his heart wasn’t good, had talked about making arrangements but didn’t get it done. Fortunately for me, I remembered we had a neighbor, Dave Scarpone, that works for the Trident Society in Rancho Mirage.
I phoned him, explained my situation, and he immediately took over. He arranged for having him picked up at the hospital, and along with Tamela Meased-Van Vactor, took care of everything connected with his cremation, up to and including personally delivering his ashes to me in time for his celebration.
At such a difficult time, I was so thankful to have the help and support they gave me. It helped ease the difficulty of my loss my being able to focus on attending to other things connected with losing my best friend and companion for 36 years. All of the information they provided also helped direct me with the necessary paperwork, etc, that is required after losing a spouse.
I would highly recommendTrident to anyone considering cremation.

Kay C.

Palm Desert, CA

The people at Trident are so pleasant to deal with.... Read More

The people at Trident are so pleasant to deal with. The entire experience went well for me. They were able to answer all my questions and address my concerns. If you are planning to set up a cremation plan, they can definitely help.

Don B.

San Diego, CA

Great place Susie helped our family with everything we needed... Read More

Great place Susie helped our family with everything we needed she was so kind and wonderful to us thank you for making such a difficult time a little easier

Jay W.

San Jose, CA

Please accept our deepest sympathies for your loss.

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