Green Cremation Texas
5.0
Based on 39 reviews
Green Cremation Texas
5.0
Alex W.
19:17 27 Jun 22
I've been fortunate never to have had to make arrangements for a family member but have had enough second hand exposure that I was absolutely dreading it as my father's life was winding down. Suffice to say, Green Cremation lived up to all the amazing reviews. They were always available whenever needed, kept communications simple and always compassionate, and have made a difficult process a straightforward and affordable matter. I did have some issues with the website when trying to select and pay for my father's cremation, but Marianna was very responsive when there were glitches. Thank you Green Creation, for making this an unexpectedly pleasant and easy experience among the many less than easy experiences to do a loved one's passing.
Susan R.
14:49 24 Jun 22
Green Cremation made everything very easy to do! They were super helpful and respected our wishes.
Michael M.
15:39 22 Jun 22
Certainly difficult to confront decisions when you are enveloped by grief. I was fortunate to find Green Cremations. The process was remarkably simple, cost effective and above all considerate. I was very pleased with their service, reverence and kindness to me. I highly recommend them.
Jennifer H.
17:35 17 Jun 22
I can’t say enough good things about the people working here. Everyone was very helpful and respectful. I appreciate how considerate they were with my dad.
Sue D.
12:43 16 Jun 22
Professional with clear and understandable options to choose from. Personnel very sympathetic and understanding.
Deborah C.
12:53 09 Jun 22
So impressed with how wonderfully Green Cremation handled the process. It was a very trying time for my family with the passing of my husband. They were all so helpful, professional, and caring during this truly terrible time in our life. Thank You so much for taking good care of my Husband. A special thanks to Marlaena
Joy M.
14:08 07 Jun 22
I was shown deep respect and sympathy for my loss and communication was excellent. All details were taken care of wonderfully. I felt Green Cremation was the right choice for me, and for my dearly departed.
Reese S.
13:28 02 Jun 22
Marlaena made this entire process so much easier than I expected. As one of the hardest things I’ve ever had to do (make arrangements for my mom) every step of the way she was there and I never had to worry or agonize about details. Thank you sincerely.
Devin C.
13:03 02 Jun 22
Marlaena and co. took great care of us from start to finish. We lost our dad in a tragic way and we were always treated with empathy, kindness, and care. They walked us through every step, answered every question, and checked up on how we were doing over time. I cannot recommend them enough. Thank y'all for everything.
Patti H.
13:53 01 Jun 22
Professional and promptly returns calls. Kind during a very difficult time. Very pleased with their services.
Christal B.
18:54 31 May 22
No hidden costs. Very upfront and answered all my questions, concerns ect..Very professional and courteous. I am glad to have been served by them. Only wish is I wanted a little more time with my loved one before pick up by funeral home... not their fault. I would have waited a little longer for them to pick up...Very pleased with the experience
Joy H.
23:49 25 May 22
Green Cremation was so amazing during such a hard time for my family. The way they handled my grandmother with such dignity and respect was so appreciated by our family. I would recommend anyone that unfortunately had to face losing a loved one to use Green Cremation. To know that it is one of the most eco friendly cremations and the choices they provide for your loved ones remains. I received a scatter tube covered is my grandmothers favorite flower…..Beautiful Roses, but I also will be planting two trees, and they even provided seeds to plant wildflowers in her memory. Although it was a very hard decision to make, Green Cremation provided the most amazing support. I am forever grateful to Marlaena and others ❤️
Eric L
20:30 25 May 22
After reading numerous positive reviews about Green Cremation Texas, I chose to reach out to them and make all the necessary arrangements for my mother who recently passed from Alzheimer's. It turned out to be the perfect choice.I had phone conversations with Marlaena many times and she answered my numerous questions with such kindness, patience and compassion. The way she spoke to me always had a very calming effect and being as stressed and sad as I was, that was exactly what I needed. Marlaena walked me through the process in a way that simplified things. Giving her information about my mom over the phone and filling out a few online forms was really quite easy.Also, I must give recognition to Ron and Samantha, the two Green Cremation Texas employees who did the pickup and transport of my mother's body. They were so kind and respectful in the way they talked with me and my brother, answering various questions we had. Not once did we feel rushed. Before she was transported, we got to say our final goodbyes to our mom.Green Cremation Texas has my absolute highest recommendation. They came through in every possible way for our mom and our family. Kindness, compassion, respect and thoughtfulness... during a very difficult time of loss, Green Cremation Texas will come through for you.
Rebecca C.
13:39 25 May 22
It is hard to lose a loved one. This year I lost 2. My dad in April and immediately there after, my mom, on Mothers Day. My dad had pre-arranged all his plans. My mom, living in a nursing home, had not and I, being the only child remaining, ( my brother died years ago) was tasked with handling all the finals involved. She had already indicated to me she wanted to be cremated so I knew that much and nothing more. Mainly because I hadn’t seen it coming so I was unprepared. I couldn’t afford the conventional funeral home where she was transported so I had to get my search on while also being in a dazed and shocked state of mind. I hope this little explanation sets up the scene of understanding what I was going through. I hadn’t even gotten to the mourning point for losing dad and now mom? Whoa. Anyway I started calling around and thought I had discovered the people and company I would use but it turned out they were more concerned about getting as much money as they could before hand with their fakery sad voice which turned to anger when I said they wouldn’t be getting her insurance policy up front. Not to mention it was a debilitating small amount. It was just a burial plan. Their attitude scares me to say the least. So back to drawing board I had to go all the while stressing out that mom was laying in a lonely cold freezer draw somewhere. (That is a weird type of stress.) I googled the same sentence I had used before and scrolled the listings of “Cremation Co’s.” I can’t say how long I was staring at the page when I realized I wasn’t even reading just blank staring when a word caught my eye. The word was GREEN. I honed in that for some odd reason. GREEN CREMATIONS TEXAS. The next thing which caught my eye was, Call or TXT now. I clicked and was absolutely fascinated. The whole premise of this company is relaxing, inviting, easy and somehow comforting. A “green” cremation is just that. Environmentally friendly. It is also emotionally friendly. I can’t explain it but I just knew it had to be GreenCremationsTexas. Spiritually speaking it just makes sense. So I texted. And met Eric and Marlaena. I cannot tell you the depth of their true goodness. In the world we live in today we do things differently. We txt instead of call. We do our research first, read reviews and such but I can’t tell you how amazing it was to do business with GCT. No hassles. No hidden agenda. No slimy attempts to extract as much $$$ as possible. And most importantly no fakery. During a time of grieving you need simple, straightforward steps. And you will find it with GCT. Each and every step was modern and SO user friendly! What you are quoted is what you pay. No joke. Eric and Marlaena took care of everything. EVERYTHING. With all the grace, respect and condolences of a family. They are beautiful. All handled by phone calls or txting all arrangements done through email and online. Plain, simple and truly stress free. Which means a whole lot when you are going through it. Then to top it off you don’t have to drive anywhere to pick up anything, it is all done discreetly through the mail. Green Cremations Texas is beautiful. It feels right. It was an honor and a blessing to be served by Marlaena and the team. They are a true blessing to all the communities they serve. The process they have captured reflects the world we live in today and they do it with such finesse! Somehow they are able to take your hand and help you like a loving family member and that is how I feel about them.
Wally P.
00:23 20 May 22
When our son died in Austin his body was taken to the city morgue. We flew in 2 days later and got a hotel room so we could close out his apartment. We searched the web and found Green Cremation. They were great. We were able to handle the whole process, from choosing what we wanted to signing the legal documents to paying for the cremation, on a cell phone in our hotel room. We really appreciate the ease with which we were able take care of everything due to the great people at Green Cremation.
Irene G.
15:00 18 May 22
My parents were the most important people in the world for my family. The caring spirit that we received from Green Cremation for my beloved parents and for all of us, made this difficult time bearable. My dearest Father was a proud WWII veteran and Green Cremation honored him in the most respectful way. It meant the world to us. God bless you all for all that you did for our family. We will never forget.
CA G.
14:16 18 May 22
Very attentive to my families needs. Very professional and caring in a difficult time. Most transactions were on line or by phone.
Raymond Emile C.
22:22 17 May 22
At the time of sadness in my life it was great to know that someone was taking the time to listen to my immediate need trought. The entire process I was able to depend on their help and support again that's from the bottom of my hart.
Bennett C.
22:16 17 May 22
Our family lost our sister in Round Rock, and being from out of town, we turned to Green Cremation Texas for assistance. They were exceptional in helping us through the process and returning our sister’s remains to us in an incredibly timely process. We are very appreciative of their services.
Nicole S
06:26 16 May 22
Patient, helpful and understanding is the simplest way I can describe my experience with Green Creamation Texas as they guided me kindly through the process during my grief. They answered all my questions and never made me feel pressured or rushed.
Marchelle W.
18:25 12 May 22
I really feel from beginning to end Green Cremation did an exceptional job handling my sister's needs. From the first time I called and asked about their services because I was in another city than that which my sister passed, I knew they were the one I wanted to use. They handled all things from picking up my sister to handling the services we requested in a timely and professional manner. Was walked through the whole process. It felt like they held my hand and gave the comfort I needed through out and answered all questions. I would totally recommend them to anyone needing their services, plus I felt they were very affordable
Kelly S.
14:05 12 May 22
Never thought I would be writing a review for my Father's services, but I have to say that Green Cremation Texas was very empathetic and caring for our time, emotions and provided the best care for my late dad. They kept the line of communication open and honest, which I appreciated. They answered all my questions with detail and outlined their processes from start to finish. My dad was returned to us with protection and care by the staff. Thank you for making sure my dad's wishes were fulfilled!
Maria Del R.
12:41 11 May 22
Green Cremation Texas handled everything respectfully and professionally. I will recommend them.
Pollyanna A.
13:18 27 Apr 22
Thank you to Green Cremations for making the entire process easy. I liked the fact that everything was done online and I didn’t have to go in and make arrangements in person because it’s something so difficult to do during a time of loss. However, this doesn’t mean that the process is impersonal, that there is no one to help. You can send a text directly from the website, which I did and Marlaena replied right away and took care of everything. Thank you, Marlaena, for making this part easy, when there is nothing easy about losing a loved one.
Mr G.
21:05 22 Apr 22
My wife’s mother died a few weeks ago after being under the care of Hospice, she was 96 1/2. I have given Green Cremation 5 stars because they deserve it. They were caring,empathetic and reasonably priced, in a business that is known for taking $ advantage of people in their time of loss. Marlaena was exceptional. Her calm and respectful demeanor was comforting while helping us navigate the final resting state of my Mother in Law. Very knowledgeable and kind.
Bill P.
17:24 02 Apr 22
Great company to work with during a difficult time. Everything was straight forward and easy to completely. Good follow up from Green Cremation Texas.
Renee R.
15:20 02 Apr 22
Green Cremation supported me in every way possible when my father passed. They were kind and efficient from the start to the finish.
Candace B.
18:52 31 Mar 22
Green Cremations made a heartbreaking time so much easier. Everything was handled kindly and thoroughly. We appreciated Marlaena’s attention to our needs and requests so much. Typical funeral homes and services just weren’t what we wanted and I will recommend Green Cremations to anyone I know searching for a better experience.
Suzannah E.
21:02 30 Mar 22
I really appreciated how easy Marlaena and Green Cremation were to work with. During such a stressful time it was a BIG deal that I could do everything by phone and online. It was one less thing I had to worry about. Their team was so professional and timely - I could not have asked for more. Thank you, GC! We were also comforted by their 'greeness' in everything they do!!
Judy S.
20:06 30 Mar 22
Thank you so much for helping us with the cremation of my brother you are very professional in the work that you so much appreciate
chad Y.
20:00 30 Mar 22
Marlena was excellent. In our time of need she was gentle, caring and helpful. The entire process was seamless and very easy. I made one phone call and she took care of the rest. This allowed me the time needed to be with my family and for that I am grateful. Great job all around.
Teri D.
19:56 30 Mar 22
Green Cremation was a wonderful option for my family. The staff were knowledgeable, patient, kind and gentle during an otherwise stressful time. My questions were answered quickly and the staff was ways a phone call, text or email away. Highly recommend.
john B.
19:53 30 Mar 22
The whole process was low key and considerate of my feelings and needs. There was no pressure and I was able to chose what amenities I wanted an which I did not. There was not the high pressure and guilt provoking performance of the traditional funeral homes.
Victoria L.
19:49 30 Mar 22
I am so grateful to Marlena and the Green Cremation of Texas team for taking care of my mom during her unexpected and untimely death. Anything she could make easy for me she did and the team handled my mother with care and respect. I cannot say enough good things about them. Thank y’all for helping me during the hardest time I’ve ever had in my life.
g S.
15:00 25 Mar 22
Green Cremation was very professional and helpful with all the decisions that need to be made at a very difficult time. I highly recommend them.
Trisha M.
14:34 25 Mar 22
Very respectful, caring people; they also were quick to let me know what was going on and to respond to all my questions and needs. Thank you for good service in a bad time.
WILLA H.
15:35 24 Mar 22
I am so grateful my children found Green Cremation Texas as we had no plans in place. It was my first experience handling the death of a loved one unexpectedly. From the very beginning they made it so easy for me and they were so caring. They were extremely patient with me. Also to find an Eco-conscious place was very important to my family and they filled that need!Marlaena and her staff were so compassionate and helpful at this difficult time. Marlaena guided me through everything with great professionalism and courtesy. The price was very reasonable too. The Urn I picked out from them is beautiful and was presented to me in a very special and caring way. I can’t say enough good things about Marlaena and Green Cremation Texas. Thank you for going above and beyond at such a difficult time.
Rachel T.
19:38 23 Mar 22
The staff at Green Cremation were supportive and professional. They guided me through a daunting process that we all avoid. I am living in New York and my brother passed away in Austin Tx. They educated me about the process and helped me navigate systems with the medical examiners office. They also made it possible to pick an urn that would be perfect for my brother’s remains and kept me in the loop from beginning to the delivery of my brother’s remains to New York. The staff at Green Cremation we’re excellent and I was happy to have their help.
Patricia O.
18:07 23 Mar 22
Green Cremation was great in taking care of my mother and being there for any questions I may have. They even reached out to check on me months later to make sure I’m okay in the grieving process and letting me know that they are there for anything they can help with. I appreciate their communication, assistance, and overall ease of the process. Highly recommended. Thank you, Green Cremation!
Sean Matthew L.
17:47 23 Mar 22
As with all of the other reviews of this nature, no one wants to be writing this review. We had a family member pass in December and the team at Green Cremation of Texas were incredibly caring, professional and communicative.They were able to help coordinate all of the required documents for death certificates, post an obituary, and of course provide marvelous care in regards to the cremation.In hard times like these it's so crucial to have a business like this be supportive like they were, and I cannot thank them enough.
Marilyn N.
17:30 23 Mar 22
When my son died in Austin, TX, we were very distraught. We live in PA and did not have any idea who to contact to care for him. My daughter found Green Cremation on the internet. We liked the way they perform the process, so we went with them. Everything was so easy for us. We had a contact with Green Cremation and everything was done on line. Every contact person at Green Cremation was so very kind. They truly treated me with the understanding of the grief I was experiencing. They kept me updated, gave me good recommendations for what I needed to do and kept in touch with me very often. They shipped my son's ashes to me. With all of the travel to Texas and settling his affairs, having Green Cremation in charge of his remains really was a godsend. I highly recommend Green Cremation. You will not be disappointed or overwhelmed during your time of need.
Gari R.
19:22 19 Dec 21
Green Cremation Texas took care of my mother’s cremation, and I would highly recommend their service. The person I was in contact with, Marleana Gonzales, explained all the details I needed in a calm and caring manner. She made a hard situation much easier to deal with.
Dan F.
20:21 20 Apr 21
Recently our family experienced a death and we contacted Green Cremation Texas, the Pflugerville branch. Eric was our point of contact. He was the consummate professional. Everything, including full costs, were disclosed on the front end. All arrangements were easy to make and they did exactly what they said they would do when they said they would do it. There was not a single burp anywhere in the process.Our family had a lot to deal with and it was great that the cremation, death certificate, obtaining the ashes, etc were all so easy to do via Greens. Eric did a superb job and I would highly recommend them to anyone who needs their services. Their pricing is quite reasonable and their service and caring attitude can't be beat.
Cristina C.
06:58 24 Feb 21
This is the place for you if you're looking for affordable cremation with top notch customer service. Eric Neuhaus at Green Cremation was incredibly...
Terry P.
08:18 20 Oct 20
After many attempts to locate an obit, I called Eric and he was so kind, caring, and compassionate to email the website I needed. I was doing this for my 85...
Mina M.
06:49 26 Sep 20
No one really wants to write a review for cremation, especially when they are dealing with the loss and passing of their mom/best friend. With that said...
Megan A.
21:35 16 Sep 20
It’s hard under the circumstances of losing someone you love to even think about the processes involved, Green Cremation however made it so much easier to grieve and get things done at same time. Melissa went out of her way to make sure My loved one, my family and myself were able to understand the process and get to say goodbye to my beloved husband. I highly recommend Green Cremation, they really made sure we were taken care of and actually made us feel like we mattered and our feelings did too. Thank you Melissa and Green Cremation for all you’ve done and even continue to do for me. If you’ve made it this far to have to look up reviews please consider this company; I am so sorry for your loss(es) as well!
Mario B.
07:29 17 Aug 20
We found Green Cremation onYelp and after some research decided to use them. Every part of the process went very well. When contacted they explained the...
Kimberley M.
15:13 26 Jul 20
Melissa was so patient and kind when my father died. He died in California and I had no idea who to work with that was reputable and could provide the...
robin E.
00:49 06 Jul 20
Melissa was very professional and available to answer all questions, even those indirectly related to her own services, before and after my mom passed. I honestly don’t know how we would have gotten anything done without her.
robin E.
00:47 06 Jul 20
Melissa was very professional and available to answer all questions, even those indirectly related to her own services, before and after my mom passed. I honestly don’t know how we would have gotten anything done without her.
Michele M.
21:38 04 Jul 20
My family and I have started planning ahead on our death care desires- we want to have a natural burial. Melissa has been such an educated guide and has answered each question so thoughtfully and thoroughly. We appreciate Green Cremation & Burial Texas!
Pinky R.
23:19 27 Jun 20
When my best friend died, we wanted to honor her with a natural burial. I am so thankful we found Melissa and were able to have a home vigil and green burial. This was the least stressful part of losing a loved one. Thank you, all, and pet your sweet Therapy Dog Kermit for me.
Andrea M.
21:42 27 Jun 20
When we needed a funeral home, we knew we didnt want traditional or stuffy. Finding Green Cremation Texas was everything we didnt know we were looking for when grieving. No pressure arrangements, digital paperwork, and we were kept informed thru every step towards cremation. Thank you for your service and kind hearts.
HueRTaCuLTuRe C.
04:27 11 Jun 20
Melissa was very easy to work with, very helpful, and understanding of our wishes. She helped make Momma’s celebration of life the way Momma wanted it. THANKS!
Tammy Laikin D.
02:28 11 Jun 20
This was the absolute best experience at the absolute worst time in my life. I lost my mom last week and reached out to Texas Green Cremations. I can’t possibly express what an amazing experience this was. So compassionate, professional and reasonably priced. Melissa took such good care of all the details. I can fully recommend them and will be prearranging for my husband and myself. Our local funeral home was going to cost over $3000.00 and we took care of everything for under $1000.00. Call them, you will not be sorry.
Tammy D.
03:14 06 Jun 20
You never want to make this call but when you need to please call Melissa at Green Cremations. This was the most professional, compassionate and easy transaction. Everything from start to finish was handled with care. I truly couldn’t be more pleased. Will most likely prearrange for my husband and myself next.
Nani U.
17:33 01 Mar 20
I keep trying to write this review and I’m at a loss for words. Death takes the life out of everything around it, not just your loved one, and feeling “brain dead” while trying to plan how to take care of mom for the last time, it just feels like too much! Melissa has been the most present, patient, and intuitive funeral director I’ve ever met in a way that was organic and full of warmth. She let me be as involved in the process as I wanted to be even taking as much time needed to explain all my questions about the logistics and paperwork. It never felt like I was separated by some door and secrecy. I recommend Green Cremation Texas because they weren’t just a funeral home, they became my tribe. For the first time in my experience with death, I didn’t just get a funeral home that helped facilitate closer, I was given an experience that planted the seeds of healing. Thank you.
Jillian M.
02:51 22 Feb 20
Green Cremation Texas helped us through a very difficult time. Specifically Melissa. She was there from start to finish throughout the whole process. Was very flexible with our timeline, and very thorough with the details and communicating with the funeral home. I couldn’t recommend these folks enough. She even checked in with us after the entire process was over and made sure everything went smoothly.We’re so glad we found Green Cremation Texas. I don’t know what we would have done otherwise. Thanks Melissa.
Melissa C.
22:51 16 Feb 20
My daughter died VERY unexpectedly at 24 years old. So there i was trying to figure out what the heck just happened and the medical examiner wants to know if I've picked a funeral home yet. All i knew was that my daughter loved the environment so i started with Google and it led me to Melissa. I cannot stress enough how WONDERFUL this woman is. When i called her all my thoughts were a mess inside my head. I cried and rambled on about my daughter and about what i thought she would like and Melissa LISTENED to me. She then helped me with what i wanted to do for my daughter. She wasn't fazed at all when i wanted to change something, she just made it happen. Melissa always answered any questions i had either by texting me back or emailing me. I'm so glad i found Melissa and her services.
Mel C.
22:36 16 Feb 20
My daughter died VERY unexpectedly at 24 years old. So there i was trying to figure out what the heck just happened and the medical examiner wants to know if I've picked a funeral home yet. All i knew was that my daughter loved the environment so i started with Google and it led me to Melissa. I cannot stress enough how WONDERFUL this woman is. When i called her all my thoughts were a mess inside my head. I cried and rambled on about my daughter and about what i thought she would like and Melissa LISTENED to me. She then helped me with what i wanted to do for my daughter. She wasn't fazed at all when i wanted to change something, she just made it happen. Melissa always answered any questions i had either by texting me back or emailing me. I'm so glad i found Melissa and her services.
Mel C.
14:45 16 Feb 20
My daughter died VERY unexpectedly at 24 years old. So there i was trying to figure out what the heck just happened and the medical examiner wants to know...
Tricia
03:41 15 Feb 20
Melissa helped our family when we were in need. A funeral home that my extended family had chosen was overcharging and my family didn’t have that kind of money. Melissa came in and walked us through each step, informing us of all details, and never once making us feel like we were bothering her. She treated us like we were her family. My family will be using her services from now on. Thank you, Melissa!!
Lou J.
02:37 10 Feb 20
I found Melissa through Instagram and fell in love with her page. I’ve learned so much from her and I know in the future that I will be using Green Cremation Texas!
Riley C.
02:33 10 Feb 20
Melissa was very attentive and answered all of my questions, even offering to personally email me articles on green burial because I expressed an interest. She’s giving Texas more environmentally friendly options and her Instagram page is very educational! I definitely recommend Green Cremation Texas.
Lucy A.
02:27 10 Feb 20
Melissa goes above and behind for every single family and it really shows. She answers all of your questions, takes care of practically everything and makes this whole process easy during such a difficult time. I wholeheartedly recommend Green Cremation Texas.
Sally N.
10:52 26 Jan 20
From the first phone call, the staff at Green Cremation Texas were so very wonderful. Melissa is the perfect balance of true care and professionalism. I...
Jim B.
16:14 21 Jan 20
I recommend them for their up front, no bs, approach! Laid it all out, with no fluffy sales pitch or pressure. I feel so much better knowing that my family will be taken care of professionally, as I was. One less thing to worry about. I am particularly thankful to Eric, who carefully and thoughtfully took me through the entire process. He was also very conscientious by providing follow-up to make sure I was satisfied.
Deb S.
05:15 19 Dec 19
Very impressed with Green Cremation! Melissa is fantastic-so kind and compassionate. She even personally delivered the ashes to our home when they were...
Luiz A.
14:09 04 Oct 19
Thank you for the great help through this event in our family's story. Melissa is very helpful and considerate of everyone. We are so glad that she and the service was so close to my parent's home and that everything went so smooth.
Thanks again,Melissa!
The Luis Family
Thanks again,Melissa!
The Luis Family
Lynn S.
05:56 09 Sep 19
At a tough time in our lives Melissa was kind and professional and always patient with me. I was handed a list of cremation and funeral practices after...
Panda T.
00:21 01 Jul 19
On May 19th, I had gotten a call from my sister in law telling me to fly immediately to Orlando (I am away for work). Halifax Health Hospice had let her know that my father was going to be passing soon and it was imperative that I fly in immediately - she wanted to contact me before hospice called me. We flew out that sameday to see my dad. My father passed away on Thursday May 23rd at 11:59 pm.
I have known about Melissa Unfred and her advocacy for a while. I wanted Melissa Unfred to be handling my father's post mortem care because she is translucent about her services, she is professional, and she went above and beyond to ensure that my father had the best possible treatment - that he had a dignified death.
My father was located in Deltona, Florida and she is in Austin, Texas - but that was of no concern to Melissa; she helped me even though she was out of state (I was located in Florida) and in a different time zone - she worked with my family and I on 24 hour call - all hours of the morning (especially since my father passed away so late in the evening).
She never upsold me on services that weren't needed and was very upfront about the costs. A lot of traditional funeral homes seem to take advantage of grief (trust me we did our research on pricing) during this time, Melissa did not. She treated my family and myself with dignity during this difficult time.
My family and I chose to have my father water cremated and I am eternally grateful that Melissa provides this service and orchestrated everything with timing and precision.
Her professionalism and courtesy are exemplary - I cannot express how she went above and beyond to ensure that communication was clear and precise. It is remarkable in this day and age that this service exists.
I have known about Melissa Unfred and her advocacy for a while. I wanted Melissa Unfred to be handling my father's post mortem care because she is translucent about her services, she is professional, and she went above and beyond to ensure that my father had the best possible treatment - that he had a dignified death.
My father was located in Deltona, Florida and she is in Austin, Texas - but that was of no concern to Melissa; she helped me even though she was out of state (I was located in Florida) and in a different time zone - she worked with my family and I on 24 hour call - all hours of the morning (especially since my father passed away so late in the evening).
She never upsold me on services that weren't needed and was very upfront about the costs. A lot of traditional funeral homes seem to take advantage of grief (trust me we did our research on pricing) during this time, Melissa did not. She treated my family and myself with dignity during this difficult time.
My family and I chose to have my father water cremated and I am eternally grateful that Melissa provides this service and orchestrated everything with timing and precision.
Her professionalism and courtesy are exemplary - I cannot express how she went above and beyond to ensure that communication was clear and precise. It is remarkable in this day and age that this service exists.
Sean C.
12:41 24 Jun 19
Melissa is a consummate professional and helped immensely in our time ofneed. Melissa Unfred was translucent about her services, she is professional, and...
Panda T.
11:54 24 Jun 19
On May 19th, I had gotten a call from my sister in law telling me to fly immediately to Orlando (I am away for work). Halifax Health Hospice had let her...
Hillary K.
23:27 06 Feb 19
10/10 would absolutely recommend green cremations to anybody and everybody I know. They’re the best in the state and the operator is so passionate and educated about what she does!!
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5.0
Gari R.
19:22 19 Dec 21
Green Cremation Texas took care of my mother’s cremation, and I would highly recommend their service. The person I was in contact with, Marleana Gonzales, explained all the details I needed in a calm and caring manner. She made a hard situation much easier to deal with.
Dan F.
20:21 20 Apr 21
Recently our family experienced a death and we contacted Green Cremation Texas, the Pflugerville branch. Eric was our point of contact. He was the consummate professional. Everything, including full costs, were disclosed on the front end. All arrangements were easy to make and they did exactly what they said they would do when they said they would do it. There was not a single burp anywhere in the process.Our family had a lot to deal with and it was great that the cremation, death certificate, obtaining the ashes, etc were all so easy to do via Greens. Eric did a superb job and I would highly recommend them to anyone who needs their services. Their pricing is quite reasonable and their service and caring attitude can't be beat.
Megan A.
21:35 16 Sep 20
It’s hard under the circumstances of losing someone you love to even think about the processes involved, Green Cremation however made it so much easier to grieve and get things done at same time. Melissa went out of her way to make sure My loved one, my family and myself were able to understand the process and get to say goodbye to my beloved husband. I highly recommend Green Cremation, they really made sure we were taken care of and actually made us feel like we mattered and our feelings did too. Thank you Melissa and Green Cremation for all you’ve done and even continue to do for me. If you’ve made it this far to have to look up reviews please consider this company; I am so sorry for your loss(es) as well!
robin E.
00:49 06 Jul 20
Melissa was very professional and available to answer all questions, even those indirectly related to her own services, before and after my mom passed. I honestly don’t know how we would have gotten anything done without her.
Pinky R.
23:19 27 Jun 20
When my best friend died, we wanted to honor her with a natural burial. I am so thankful we found Melissa and were able to have a home vigil and green burial. This was the least stressful part of losing a loved one. Thank you, all, and pet your sweet Therapy Dog Kermit for me.
Tammy D.
03:14 06 Jun 20
You never want to make this call but when you need to please call Melissa at Green Cremations. This was the most professional, compassionate and easy transaction. Everything from start to finish was handled with care. I truly couldn’t be more pleased. Will most likely prearrange for my husband and myself next.
Nani U.
17:33 01 Mar 20
I keep trying to write this review and I’m at a loss for words. Death takes the life out of everything around it, not just your loved one, and feeling “brain dead” while trying to plan how to take care of mom for the last time, it just feels like too much! Melissa has been the most present, patient, and intuitive funeral director I’ve ever met in a way that was organic and full of warmth. She let me be as involved in the process as I wanted to be even taking as much time needed to explain all my questions about the logistics and paperwork. It never felt like I was separated by some door and secrecy. I recommend Green Cremation Texas because they weren’t just a funeral home, they became my tribe. For the first time in my experience with death, I didn’t just get a funeral home that helped facilitate closer, I was given an experience that planted the seeds of healing. Thank you.
Jillian M.
02:51 22 Feb 20
Green Cremation Texas helped us through a very difficult time. Specifically Melissa. She was there from start to finish throughout the whole process. Was very flexible with our timeline, and very thorough with the details and communicating with the funeral home. I couldn’t recommend these folks enough. She even checked in with us after the entire process was over and made sure everything went smoothly.We’re so glad we found Green Cremation Texas. I don’t know what we would have done otherwise. Thanks Melissa.
Mel C.
22:36 16 Feb 20
My daughter died VERY unexpectedly at 24 years old. So there i was trying to figure out what the heck just happened and the medical examiner wants to know if I've picked a funeral home yet. All i knew was that my daughter loved the environment so i started with Google and it led me to Melissa. I cannot stress enough how WONDERFUL this woman is. When i called her all my thoughts were a mess inside my head. I cried and rambled on about my daughter and about what i thought she would like and Melissa LISTENED to me. She then helped me with what i wanted to do for my daughter. She wasn't fazed at all when i wanted to change something, she just made it happen. Melissa always answered any questions i had either by texting me back or emailing me. I'm so glad i found Melissa and her services.
Tricia
03:41 15 Feb 20
Melissa helped our family when we were in need. A funeral home that my extended family had chosen was overcharging and my family didn’t have that kind of money. Melissa came in and walked us through each step, informing us of all details, and never once making us feel like we were bothering her. She treated us like we were her family. My family will be using her services from now on. Thank you, Melissa!!
Lou J.
02:37 10 Feb 20
I found Melissa through Instagram and fell in love with her page. I’ve learned so much from her and I know in the future that I will be using Green Cremation Texas!
Riley C.
02:33 10 Feb 20
Melissa was very attentive and answered all of my questions, even offering to personally email me articles on green burial because I expressed an interest. She’s giving Texas more environmentally friendly options and her Instagram page is very educational! I definitely recommend Green Cremation Texas.
Lucy A.
02:27 10 Feb 20
Melissa goes above and behind for every single family and it really shows. She answers all of your questions, takes care of practically everything and makes this whole process easy during such a difficult time. I wholeheartedly recommend Green Cremation Texas.
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Green Cremation Texas
Alex W.
19:17 27 Jun 22
I've been fortunate never to have had to make arrangements for a family member but have had enough second hand exposure that I was absolutely dreading it as my father's life was winding down. Suffice to say, Green Cremation lived up to all the amazing reviews. They were always available whenever needed, kept communications simple and always compassionate, and have made a difficult process a straightforward and affordable matter. I did have some issues with the website when trying to select and pay for my father's cremation, but Marianna was very responsive when there were glitches. Thank you Green Creation, for making this an unexpectedly pleasant and easy experience among the many less than easy experiences to do a loved one's passing.
Susan R.
14:49 24 Jun 22
Green Cremation made everything very easy to do! They were super helpful and respected our wishes.
Michael M.
15:39 22 Jun 22
Certainly difficult to confront decisions when you are enveloped by grief. I was fortunate to find Green Cremations. The process was remarkably simple, cost effective and above all considerate. I was very pleased with their service, reverence and kindness to me. I highly recommend them.
Jennifer H.
17:35 17 Jun 22
I can’t say enough good things about the people working here. Everyone was very helpful and respectful. I appreciate how considerate they were with my dad.
Sue D.
12:43 16 Jun 22
Professional with clear and understandable options to choose from. Personnel very sympathetic and understanding.
Deborah C.
12:53 09 Jun 22
So impressed with how wonderfully Green Cremation handled the process. It was a very trying time for my family with the passing of my husband. They were all so helpful, professional, and caring during this truly terrible time in our life. Thank You so much for taking good care of my Husband. A special thanks to Marlaena
Joy M.
14:08 07 Jun 22
I was shown deep respect and sympathy for my loss and communication was excellent. All details were taken care of wonderfully. I felt Green Cremation was the right choice for me, and for my dearly departed.
Reese S.
13:28 02 Jun 22
Marlaena made this entire process so much easier than I expected. As one of the hardest things I’ve ever had to do (make arrangements for my mom) every step of the way she was there and I never had to worry or agonize about details. Thank you sincerely.
Devin C.
13:03 02 Jun 22
Marlaena and co. took great care of us from start to finish. We lost our dad in a tragic way and we were always treated with empathy, kindness, and care. They walked us through every step, answered every question, and checked up on how we were doing over time. I cannot recommend them enough. Thank y'all for everything.
Patti H.
13:53 01 Jun 22
Professional and promptly returns calls. Kind during a very difficult time. Very pleased with their services.
Christal B.
18:54 31 May 22
No hidden costs. Very upfront and answered all my questions, concerns ect..Very professional and courteous. I am glad to have been served by them. Only wish is I wanted a little more time with my loved one before pick up by funeral home... not their fault. I would have waited a little longer for them to pick up...Very pleased with the experience
Joy H.
23:49 25 May 22
Green Cremation was so amazing during such a hard time for my family. The way they handled my grandmother with such dignity and respect was so appreciated by our family. I would recommend anyone that unfortunately had to face losing a loved one to use Green Cremation. To know that it is one of the most eco friendly cremations and the choices they provide for your loved ones remains. I received a scatter tube covered is my grandmothers favorite flower…..Beautiful Roses, but I also will be planting two trees, and they even provided seeds to plant wildflowers in her memory. Although it was a very hard decision to make, Green Cremation provided the most amazing support. I am forever grateful to Marlaena and others ❤️
Eric L
20:30 25 May 22
After reading numerous positive reviews about Green Cremation Texas, I chose to reach out to them and make all the necessary arrangements for my mother who recently passed from Alzheimer's. It turned out to be the perfect choice.I had phone conversations with Marlaena many times and she answered my numerous questions with such kindness, patience and compassion. The way she spoke to me always had a very calming effect and being as stressed and sad as I was, that was exactly what I needed. Marlaena walked me through the process in a way that simplified things. Giving her information about my mom over the phone and filling out a few online forms was really quite easy.Also, I must give recognition to Ron and Samantha, the two Green Cremation Texas employees who did the pickup and transport of my mother's body. They were so kind and respectful in the way they talked with me and my brother, answering various questions we had. Not once did we feel rushed. Before she was transported, we got to say our final goodbyes to our mom.Green Cremation Texas has my absolute highest recommendation. They came through in every possible way for our mom and our family. Kindness, compassion, respect and thoughtfulness... during a very difficult time of loss, Green Cremation Texas will come through for you.
Rebecca C.
13:39 25 May 22
It is hard to lose a loved one. This year I lost 2. My dad in April and immediately there after, my mom, on Mothers Day. My dad had pre-arranged all his plans. My mom, living in a nursing home, had not and I, being the only child remaining, ( my brother died years ago) was tasked with handling all the finals involved. She had already indicated to me she wanted to be cremated so I knew that much and nothing more. Mainly because I hadn’t seen it coming so I was unprepared. I couldn’t afford the conventional funeral home where she was transported so I had to get my search on while also being in a dazed and shocked state of mind. I hope this little explanation sets up the scene of understanding what I was going through. I hadn’t even gotten to the mourning point for losing dad and now mom? Whoa. Anyway I started calling around and thought I had discovered the people and company I would use but it turned out they were more concerned about getting as much money as they could before hand with their fakery sad voice which turned to anger when I said they wouldn’t be getting her insurance policy up front. Not to mention it was a debilitating small amount. It was just a burial plan. Their attitude scares me to say the least. So back to drawing board I had to go all the while stressing out that mom was laying in a lonely cold freezer draw somewhere. (That is a weird type of stress.) I googled the same sentence I had used before and scrolled the listings of “Cremation Co’s.” I can’t say how long I was staring at the page when I realized I wasn’t even reading just blank staring when a word caught my eye. The word was GREEN. I honed in that for some odd reason. GREEN CREMATIONS TEXAS. The next thing which caught my eye was, Call or TXT now. I clicked and was absolutely fascinated. The whole premise of this company is relaxing, inviting, easy and somehow comforting. A “green” cremation is just that. Environmentally friendly. It is also emotionally friendly. I can’t explain it but I just knew it had to be GreenCremationsTexas. Spiritually speaking it just makes sense. So I texted. And met Eric and Marlaena. I cannot tell you the depth of their true goodness. In the world we live in today we do things differently. We txt instead of call. We do our research first, read reviews and such but I can’t tell you how amazing it was to do business with GCT. No hassles. No hidden agenda. No slimy attempts to extract as much $$$ as possible. And most importantly no fakery. During a time of grieving you need simple, straightforward steps. And you will find it with GCT. Each and every step was modern and SO user friendly! What you are quoted is what you pay. No joke. Eric and Marlaena took care of everything. EVERYTHING. With all the grace, respect and condolences of a family. They are beautiful. All handled by phone calls or txting all arrangements done through email and online. Plain, simple and truly stress free. Which means a whole lot when you are going through it. Then to top it off you don’t have to drive anywhere to pick up anything, it is all done discreetly through the mail. Green Cremations Texas is beautiful. It feels right. It was an honor and a blessing to be served by Marlaena and the team. They are a true blessing to all the communities they serve. The process they have captured reflects the world we live in today and they do it with such finesse! Somehow they are able to take your hand and help you like a loving family member and that is how I feel about them.
Wally P.
00:23 20 May 22
When our son died in Austin his body was taken to the city morgue. We flew in 2 days later and got a hotel room so we could close out his apartment. We searched the web and found Green Cremation. They were great. We were able to handle the whole process, from choosing what we wanted to signing the legal documents to paying for the cremation, on a cell phone in our hotel room. We really appreciate the ease with which we were able take care of everything due to the great people at Green Cremation.
Irene G.
15:00 18 May 22
My parents were the most important people in the world for my family. The caring spirit that we received from Green Cremation for my beloved parents and for all of us, made this difficult time bearable. My dearest Father was a proud WWII veteran and Green Cremation honored him in the most respectful way. It meant the world to us. God bless you all for all that you did for our family. We will never forget.
CA G.
14:16 18 May 22
Very attentive to my families needs. Very professional and caring in a difficult time. Most transactions were on line or by phone.
Raymond Emile C.
22:22 17 May 22
At the time of sadness in my life it was great to know that someone was taking the time to listen to my immediate need trought. The entire process I was able to depend on their help and support again that's from the bottom of my hart.
Bennett C.
22:16 17 May 22
Our family lost our sister in Round Rock, and being from out of town, we turned to Green Cremation Texas for assistance. They were exceptional in helping us through the process and returning our sister’s remains to us in an incredibly timely process. We are very appreciative of their services.
Nicole S
06:26 16 May 22
Patient, helpful and understanding is the simplest way I can describe my experience with Green Creamation Texas as they guided me kindly through the process during my grief. They answered all my questions and never made me feel pressured or rushed.
Marchelle W.
18:25 12 May 22
I really feel from beginning to end Green Cremation did an exceptional job handling my sister's needs. From the first time I called and asked about their services because I was in another city than that which my sister passed, I knew they were the one I wanted to use. They handled all things from picking up my sister to handling the services we requested in a timely and professional manner. Was walked through the whole process. It felt like they held my hand and gave the comfort I needed through out and answered all questions. I would totally recommend them to anyone needing their services, plus I felt they were very affordable
Kelly S.
14:05 12 May 22
Never thought I would be writing a review for my Father's services, but I have to say that Green Cremation Texas was very empathetic and caring for our time, emotions and provided the best care for my late dad. They kept the line of communication open and honest, which I appreciated. They answered all my questions with detail and outlined their processes from start to finish. My dad was returned to us with protection and care by the staff. Thank you for making sure my dad's wishes were fulfilled!
Maria Del R.
12:41 11 May 22
Green Cremation Texas handled everything respectfully and professionally. I will recommend them.
Pollyanna A.
13:18 27 Apr 22
Thank you to Green Cremations for making the entire process easy. I liked the fact that everything was done online and I didn’t have to go in and make arrangements in person because it’s something so difficult to do during a time of loss. However, this doesn’t mean that the process is impersonal, that there is no one to help. You can send a text directly from the website, which I did and Marlaena replied right away and took care of everything. Thank you, Marlaena, for making this part easy, when there is nothing easy about losing a loved one.
Mr G.
21:05 22 Apr 22
My wife’s mother died a few weeks ago after being under the care of Hospice, she was 96 1/2. I have given Green Cremation 5 stars because they deserve it. They were caring,empathetic and reasonably priced, in a business that is known for taking $ advantage of people in their time of loss. Marlaena was exceptional. Her calm and respectful demeanor was comforting while helping us navigate the final resting state of my Mother in Law. Very knowledgeable and kind.
Bill P.
17:24 02 Apr 22
Great company to work with during a difficult time. Everything was straight forward and easy to completely. Good follow up from Green Cremation Texas.
Renee R.
15:20 02 Apr 22
Green Cremation supported me in every way possible when my father passed. They were kind and efficient from the start to the finish.
Candace B.
18:52 31 Mar 22
Green Cremations made a heartbreaking time so much easier. Everything was handled kindly and thoroughly. We appreciated Marlaena’s attention to our needs and requests so much. Typical funeral homes and services just weren’t what we wanted and I will recommend Green Cremations to anyone I know searching for a better experience.
Suzannah E.
21:02 30 Mar 22
I really appreciated how easy Marlaena and Green Cremation were to work with. During such a stressful time it was a BIG deal that I could do everything by phone and online. It was one less thing I had to worry about. Their team was so professional and timely - I could not have asked for more. Thank you, GC! We were also comforted by their 'greeness' in everything they do!!
Judy S.
20:06 30 Mar 22
Thank you so much for helping us with the cremation of my brother you are very professional in the work that you so much appreciate
chad Y.
20:00 30 Mar 22
Marlena was excellent. In our time of need she was gentle, caring and helpful. The entire process was seamless and very easy. I made one phone call and she took care of the rest. This allowed me the time needed to be with my family and for that I am grateful. Great job all around.
Teri D.
19:56 30 Mar 22
Green Cremation was a wonderful option for my family. The staff were knowledgeable, patient, kind and gentle during an otherwise stressful time. My questions were answered quickly and the staff was ways a phone call, text or email away. Highly recommend.
john B.
19:53 30 Mar 22
The whole process was low key and considerate of my feelings and needs. There was no pressure and I was able to chose what amenities I wanted an which I did not. There was not the high pressure and guilt provoking performance of the traditional funeral homes.
Victoria L.
19:49 30 Mar 22
I am so grateful to Marlena and the Green Cremation of Texas team for taking care of my mom during her unexpected and untimely death. Anything she could make easy for me she did and the team handled my mother with care and respect. I cannot say enough good things about them. Thank y’all for helping me during the hardest time I’ve ever had in my life.
g S.
15:00 25 Mar 22
Green Cremation was very professional and helpful with all the decisions that need to be made at a very difficult time. I highly recommend them.
Trisha M.
14:34 25 Mar 22
Very respectful, caring people; they also were quick to let me know what was going on and to respond to all my questions and needs. Thank you for good service in a bad time.
WILLA H.
15:35 24 Mar 22
I am so grateful my children found Green Cremation Texas as we had no plans in place. It was my first experience handling the death of a loved one unexpectedly. From the very beginning they made it so easy for me and they were so caring. They were extremely patient with me. Also to find an Eco-conscious place was very important to my family and they filled that need!Marlaena and her staff were so compassionate and helpful at this difficult time. Marlaena guided me through everything with great professionalism and courtesy. The price was very reasonable too. The Urn I picked out from them is beautiful and was presented to me in a very special and caring way. I can’t say enough good things about Marlaena and Green Cremation Texas. Thank you for going above and beyond at such a difficult time.
Rachel T.
19:38 23 Mar 22
The staff at Green Cremation were supportive and professional. They guided me through a daunting process that we all avoid. I am living in New York and my brother passed away in Austin Tx. They educated me about the process and helped me navigate systems with the medical examiners office. They also made it possible to pick an urn that would be perfect for my brother’s remains and kept me in the loop from beginning to the delivery of my brother’s remains to New York. The staff at Green Cremation we’re excellent and I was happy to have their help.
Patricia O.
18:07 23 Mar 22
Green Cremation was great in taking care of my mother and being there for any questions I may have. They even reached out to check on me months later to make sure I’m okay in the grieving process and letting me know that they are there for anything they can help with. I appreciate their communication, assistance, and overall ease of the process. Highly recommended. Thank you, Green Cremation!
Sean Matthew L.
17:47 23 Mar 22
As with all of the other reviews of this nature, no one wants to be writing this review. We had a family member pass in December and the team at Green Cremation of Texas were incredibly caring, professional and communicative.They were able to help coordinate all of the required documents for death certificates, post an obituary, and of course provide marvelous care in regards to the cremation.In hard times like these it's so crucial to have a business like this be supportive like they were, and I cannot thank them enough.
Marilyn N.
17:30 23 Mar 22
When my son died in Austin, TX, we were very distraught. We live in PA and did not have any idea who to contact to care for him. My daughter found Green Cremation on the internet. We liked the way they perform the process, so we went with them. Everything was so easy for us. We had a contact with Green Cremation and everything was done on line. Every contact person at Green Cremation was so very kind. They truly treated me with the understanding of the grief I was experiencing. They kept me updated, gave me good recommendations for what I needed to do and kept in touch with me very often. They shipped my son's ashes to me. With all of the travel to Texas and settling his affairs, having Green Cremation in charge of his remains really was a godsend. I highly recommend Green Cremation. You will not be disappointed or overwhelmed during your time of need.
Google Rating
5.0
Based on 6 reviews
Green Cremation Texas - South Austin
5.0
robin E.
00:47 06 Jul 20
Melissa was very professional and available to answer all questions, even those indirectly related to her own services, before and after my mom passed. I honestly don’t know how we would have gotten anything done without her.
Michele M.
21:38 04 Jul 20
My family and I have started planning ahead on our death care desires- we want to have a natural burial. Melissa has been such an educated guide and has answered each question so thoughtfully and thoroughly. We appreciate Green Cremation & Burial Texas!
Andrea M.
21:42 27 Jun 20
When we needed a funeral home, we knew we didnt want traditional or stuffy. Finding Green Cremation Texas was everything we didnt know we were looking for when grieving. No pressure arrangements, digital paperwork, and we were kept informed thru every step towards cremation. Thank you for your service and kind hearts.
HueRTaCuLTuRe C.
04:27 11 Jun 20
Melissa was very easy to work with, very helpful, and understanding of our wishes. She helped make Momma’s celebration of life the way Momma wanted it. THANKS!
Facebook Rating
5.0
Based on 7 reviews
Green Cremation Texas
5.0
Tammy Laikin D.
02:28 11 Jun 20
This was the absolute best experience at the absolute worst time in my life. I lost my mom last week and reached out to Texas Green Cremations. I can’t possibly express what an amazing experience this was. So compassionate, professional and reasonably priced. Melissa took such good care of all the details. I can fully recommend them and will be prearranging for my husband and myself. Our local funeral home was going to cost over $3000.00 and we took care of everything for under $1000.00. Call them, you will not be sorry.
Melissa C.
22:51 16 Feb 20
My daughter died VERY unexpectedly at 24 years old. So there i was trying to figure out what the heck just happened and the medical examiner wants to know if I've picked a funeral home yet. All i knew was that my daughter loved the environment so i started with Google and it led me to Melissa. I cannot stress enough how WONDERFUL this woman is. When i called her all my thoughts were a mess inside my head. I cried and rambled on about my daughter and about what i thought she would like and Melissa LISTENED to me. She then helped me with what i wanted to do for my daughter. She wasn't fazed at all when i wanted to change something, she just made it happen. Melissa always answered any questions i had either by texting me back or emailing me. I'm so glad i found Melissa and her services.
Jim B.
16:14 21 Jan 20
I recommend them for their up front, no bs, approach! Laid it all out, with no fluffy sales pitch or pressure. I feel so much better knowing that my family will be taken care of professionally, as I was. One less thing to worry about. I am particularly thankful to Eric, who carefully and thoughtfully took me through the entire process. He was also very conscientious by providing follow-up to make sure I was satisfied.
Luiz A.
14:09 04 Oct 19
Thank you for the great help through this event in our family's story. Melissa is very helpful and considerate of everyone. We are so glad that she and the service was so close to my parent's home and that everything went so smooth.
Thanks again,Melissa!
The Luis Family
Thanks again,Melissa!
The Luis Family
Panda T.
00:21 01 Jul 19
On May 19th, I had gotten a call from my sister in law telling me to fly immediately to Orlando (I am away for work). Halifax Health Hospice had let her know that my father was going to be passing soon and it was imperative that I fly in immediately - she wanted to contact me before hospice called me. We flew out that sameday to see my dad. My father passed away on Thursday May 23rd at 11:59 pm.
I have known about Melissa Unfred and her advocacy for a while. I wanted Melissa Unfred to be handling my father's post mortem care because she is translucent about her services, she is professional, and she went above and beyond to ensure that my father had the best possible treatment - that he had a dignified death.
My father was located in Deltona, Florida and she is in Austin, Texas - but that was of no concern to Melissa; she helped me even though she was out of state (I was located in Florida) and in a different time zone - she worked with my family and I on 24 hour call - all hours of the morning (especially since my father passed away so late in the evening).
She never upsold me on services that weren't needed and was very upfront about the costs. A lot of traditional funeral homes seem to take advantage of grief (trust me we did our research on pricing) during this time, Melissa did not. She treated my family and myself with dignity during this difficult time.
My family and I chose to have my father water cremated and I am eternally grateful that Melissa provides this service and orchestrated everything with timing and precision.
Her professionalism and courtesy are exemplary - I cannot express how she went above and beyond to ensure that communication was clear and precise. It is remarkable in this day and age that this service exists.
I have known about Melissa Unfred and her advocacy for a while. I wanted Melissa Unfred to be handling my father's post mortem care because she is translucent about her services, she is professional, and she went above and beyond to ensure that my father had the best possible treatment - that he had a dignified death.
My father was located in Deltona, Florida and she is in Austin, Texas - but that was of no concern to Melissa; she helped me even though she was out of state (I was located in Florida) and in a different time zone - she worked with my family and I on 24 hour call - all hours of the morning (especially since my father passed away so late in the evening).
She never upsold me on services that weren't needed and was very upfront about the costs. A lot of traditional funeral homes seem to take advantage of grief (trust me we did our research on pricing) during this time, Melissa did not. She treated my family and myself with dignity during this difficult time.
My family and I chose to have my father water cremated and I am eternally grateful that Melissa provides this service and orchestrated everything with timing and precision.
Her professionalism and courtesy are exemplary - I cannot express how she went above and beyond to ensure that communication was clear and precise. It is remarkable in this day and age that this service exists.
Hillary K.
23:27 06 Feb 19
10/10 would absolutely recommend green cremations to anybody and everybody I know. They’re the best in the state and the operator is so passionate and educated about what she does!!
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Yelp Rating
5.0
Based on 11 reviews
Green Cremation Texas - Austin Funeral Home
5.0
Cristina C.
06:58 24 Feb 21
This is the place for you if you're looking for affordable cremation with top notch customer service. Eric Neuhaus at Green Cremation was incredibly...
Terry P.
08:18 20 Oct 20
After many attempts to locate an obit, I called Eric and he was so kind, caring, and compassionate to email the website I needed. I was doing this for my 85...
Mina M.
06:49 26 Sep 20
No one really wants to write a review for cremation, especially when they are dealing with the loss and passing of their mom/best friend. With that said...
Mario B.
07:29 17 Aug 20
We found Green Cremation onYelp and after some research decided to use them. Every part of the process went very well. When contacted they explained the...
Kimberley M.
15:13 26 Jul 20
Melissa was so patient and kind when my father died. He died in California and I had no idea who to work with that was reputable and could provide the...
Mel C.
14:45 16 Feb 20
My daughter died VERY unexpectedly at 24 years old. So there i was trying to figure out what the heck just happened and the medical examiner wants to know...
Sally N.
10:52 26 Jan 20
From the first phone call, the staff at Green Cremation Texas were so very wonderful. Melissa is the perfect balance of true care and professionalism. I...
Deb S.
05:15 19 Dec 19
Very impressed with Green Cremation! Melissa is fantastic-so kind and compassionate. She even personally delivered the ashes to our home when they were...
Lynn S.
05:56 09 Sep 19
At a tough time in our lives Melissa was kind and professional and always patient with me. I was handed a list of cremation and funeral practices after...
Sean C.
12:41 24 Jun 19
Melissa is a consummate professional and helped immensely in our time ofneed. Melissa Unfred was translucent about her services, she is professional, and...
Panda T.
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Green Cremation (Flame) $995
The most environmentally friendly flame-based cremation process possible.
Green Cremation (Water) $1995
Water Cremation is the most environmentally friendly method of cremation available.
Transparent Cremation Cost
💵 How much is cremation? The average cost of cremation in
, Texas
Central Texas
can exceed $4,000 without factoring in funeral services. Yikes!At Green Cremation Texas, we are transparent and upfront about our direct cremation service costs so there’s one less thing you have to worry about.
Affordable Cremation Services
🤑 There’s a significant difference between cheap cremation and affordable cremation. Green Cremation Texas offers low-cost cremation that includes all of the essentials without unnecessary extras that increase the price. It allows us to provide exemplary service at a rate that’s affordable.
Eco-Friendly Cremation Services
🌳 Funeral costs for traditional services are increasingly getting higher and higher without additional benefits. Those services can also be very harmful to the environment over time. You can save money and environmental damage with our clean cremation services.
Direct Cremation
⚱️ Direct Cremation is a disposition option in which the body is cremated in the days immediately following the death, without a funeral service beforehand. Direct Cremation is the most economic (affordable) option for disposition.
Our Cremation Process
Engagement
1 Day
1 Day
1. Arrival
Our director arrives at location of deceased.
2. Transfer
We transfer your loved one in our electric-hybrid vehicle back to our funeral home.
Arrangements
7-10 Days
7-10 Days
3. Provision
100% online. We provide and explain all needed paperwork and permits.
4. Care
We hold and care for your loved one while paperwork is being processed.
Cremation
3-7 Days
3-7 Days
5. Authorization
We work with you and the local authorities to obtain and authorize all documents.
6. Cremation
After the paperwork is in order, and we remove all plastics and medical devices from the body, cremation occurs.
Ashes Returned
3-7 Days
3-7 Days
7. Ashes
We place the cremated remains of your loved one in an eco-friendly container or urn and are returned back to the care of your family.
8. Death Certificates
The local government will process our request and fulfill the number of ordered death certificates.
5-Star Funeral Home
Timely & Compassionate
"Timely and compassionate communication is so important when faced with a difficult situation, such as managing the logistics of loss. Marlaena was quick to reply to questions, always professional, and caring in her responses. My mother passed away at an assisted living facility and the staff there noted that the Green Cremation team was very professional and thoughtful. We are grateful to have found them."
- Elizabeth M.
Professional & Timely
"I really appreciated how easy Marlaena and Green Cremation were to work with. During such a stressful time it was a BIG deal that I could do everything by phone and online. It was one less thing I had to worry about. Their team was so professional and timely - I could not have asked for more. Thank you, GC! We were also comforted by their 'greeness' in everything they do!!"
-Suzannah E.
Easy & Helpful
"Green cremation was excellent. They were very helpful to find the right services and their pricing is excellent. They made the process very easy and we’re extremely helpful through out the whole process. I hope to never need them again but if I do I will definitely use and recommend them."
-Robert P.
Refreshingly Honest, Transparent Care In The Heart of Texas
We are Green Cremation Texas, the first environmentally-focused, carbon-neutral Funeral Home in the state.
Founded on accessibility and transparency, our mission is to empower families through the thoughtful adoption of technology and innovation, while reducing the stress and environmental impact brought on by traditional funeral practices.
Losing a loved one is difficult, working with a funeral home shouldn't be.
