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Jay Chapel in Madera, CA provides funeral home, burial, veteran, memorialization, cremation and life celebration services. Call us 24/7.
Holding to our tradition of professional and ethical services, the staff at Jay Chapel will guide your family in creating a meaningful ceremony to honor the life and memory of your loved one. When we sit down with a family, our shared goal is to create a fitting, memorable and affordable service for their loved one. We offer them a wide variety of services and products, as well as a wealth of creative ideas and suggestions. Together, we'll design a memorial or funeral service that suits their needs now, and in the future. Families who come to us know that years from now, they will have deep peace-of-mind because in coming to us, they've done their best to honor their loved one.
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What are people saying?
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Compassionate Service
Customers consistently praised the staff for their kindness, empathy, and support during difficult times, highlighting individuals like Willie, Peggy, and Wayne for their exceptional care.
Professionalism
The staff at Jay Chapel were frequently described as professional, knowledgeable, and efficient, ensuring that all details were handled with care and respect.
Attention to Detail
Many reviews noted the meticulous attention to detail in planning and executing services, with families feeling that their specific wishes were honored and fulfilled.
Long-standing Reputation
Several customers mentioned that their families have relied on Jay Chapel for generations, indicating a strong, positive reputation in the community.
Areas for Improvement
A few reviews pointed out issues with communication and service timing, suggesting that there may be room for improvement in these areas.
- BTBarbara TriceNov 11, 20255.0Service provided by Joseph and his Team was unsurpassed. His patience, communication, guidance and support was very much appreciated more so because I live out of State. My brother's remains were handled with compassion and dignity from start to finish. Joseph was always available to answer any questions, very respectful and empathetic at all times. Can't thank him enough!! Sincerely, B. Trice, Las Vegas
- JZJulia ZamoraNov 11, 20255.0Sadly I had to make arrangements for my mom. But Jay's was so helpful and understanding. Wayne was very helpful and I could ask him anything.
- ZRZorro RuizNov 10, 20255.0I thought the service was beutiful and very memorable. Thank you for you part in which you took during the service.
- DGDolores GalvanNov 7, 20255.0I'm very grateful to Joseph he was patient and helpful during this hard time for me and my family. He showed kindness and was very patient as I gathered all the information needed for his obituary, His guidance will never go unotice. My Father's celebration of life was very organized and very well put together. They accommodated our big family in the funeral home. Thank you Jay's Chapel everything from start to finish was the best for my Father.
- DHDunya Haproff-FondseOct 27, 20255.0Excellent & caring customer service from start to finish. A special thank you to Willie and Wayne; they were both helpful & accommodating on all requests. All staff we encountered were helpful. Appreciated the sincere kindness during a difficult time. Highly recommend.
Frequently Asked Questions About Jay Chapel Funeral Directors
What does a Funeral Director do?
Pick up the deceased and transport the body to the funeral home (anytime day or night)
Notify proper authorities, family and/or relatives
Arrange and prepare death certificates
Provide certified copies of death certificates for insurance and benefit processing
Work with the insurance agent, Social Security or Veterans Administration to ensure that necessary paperwork is filed for receipt of benefits
Prepare and submit obituary to the newspapers of your choice
Bathe and embalm the deceased body, if necessary
Prepare the body for viewing including dressing and cosmetizing
Assist the family with funeral arrangements and purchase of casket, urn, burial vault and cemetery plot
Schedule the opening and closing of the grave with cemetery personnel, if a burial is to be performed
Coordinate with clergy if a funeral or memorial service is to be held
Arrange a police escort and transportation to the funeral and/or cemetery for the family
Order funeral sprays and other flower arrangements as the family wishes
Provide Aftercare, or grief assistance, to the bereaved
What do I do when a death occurs?
The funeral home will help coordinate arrangements with the cemetery.
Bring the following information to complete the State vital statistic requirements:
✓ Birthplace
✓ Father's Name
✓ Mother's Name
✓ Social Security Number
✓ Veteran's Discharge or Claim Number
✓ Education
✓ Marital Status
Contact your clergy. Decide on time and place of funeral or memorial service. This can be done at the funeral home.
The funeral home will assist you in determining the number of copies of the death certificates you will be needing and can order them for you.
Make a list of immediate family, close friends and employer or business colleagues. Notify each by phone.
Decide on appropriate memorial to which gifts may be made (church, hospice, library, charity or school).
Gather obituary information you want to include such as age, place of birth, cause of death, occupation, college degrees, memberships held, military service , outstanding work, list of survivors in immediate family. Include time and place of services. The funeral home will normally write article and submit to newspapers (newspaper will accept picture and they will be returned intact).
Arrange for members of family or close friends to take turns answering door or phone, keeping careful record of calls. If Social Security checks are automatic deposit, notify the bank of the death.
When I call, will someone come right away?
If you request immediate assistance, yes. If the family wishes to spend a short time with the deceased to say good-bye, that’s perfectly acceptable. Your funeral director will come when your time is right.
Should I choose Burial or Cremation?
Burial in a casket is the most common method of disposing of remains in the United States, although entombment also occurs. Cremation is increasingly selected because it can be less expensive and allows for the memorial service to be held at a more convenient time in the future when relatives and friends can come together.
A funeral service followed by cremation need not be any different from a funeral service followed by a burial. Usually, cremated remains are placed in urn before being committed to a final resting place. The urn may be buried, placed in an indoor or outdoor mausoleum or columbarium, or interred in a special urn garden that many cemeteries provide for cremated remains. The remains may also be scattered, according to state law.
What is the purpose of embalming?
Embalming sanitizes and preserves the body. Embalming makes it possible to lengthen the time between death and the final disposition, allowing family members time to arrange and participate in the type of service most comforting to them.
What services does Jay Chapel Funeral Directors provide?
Jay Chapel offers funeral home, burial, veteran, memorialization, cremation, and life celebration services with professional and ethical guidance to create meaningful ceremonies.
Are Jay Chapel Funeral Directors open on federal holidays?
Yes, they are open 24 hours on Federal Holidays.
How can I contact Jay Chapel Funeral Directors?
You can contact them by phone at +1 559-674-8814 or email at Wecare@jaychapel.com.
What payment methods are accepted at Jay Chapel Funeral Directors?
They accept American Express, Cash, Discover, Mastercard, and Visa.
What should I do immediately after a death occurs?
Contact the funeral home to coordinate with the cemetery, bring essential vital information, notify clergy, decide on memorial service details, and inform family and friends. Jay Chapel will assist with paperwork and obituary arrangements.
What is the purpose of embalming the deceased?
Embalming sanitizes and preserves the body, allowing more time between death and final disposition for arranging and participating in services.
Can Jay Chapel Funeral Directors assist with cremation and burial options?
Yes, they provide guidance on burial and cremation. Burial is common, but cremation offers flexibility and affordability, with various options for final rest including urn placement or scattering.
If I call Jay Chapel, will someone come immediately?
Yes, if immediate assistance is requested. However, if the family wishes to spend time with the deceased, arrangements can be made accordingly.
What nearby funeral services and cemeteries are close to Jay Chapel Funeral Directors?
Nearby are Madera Cemetery District and Arbor Vitae Cemetery, which might be useful for coordinating cemetery services or grave arrangements with Jay Chapel.
Are there nearby churches or religious organizations that families can visit?
Yes, Faith Tabernacle Church near Jay Chapel offers a place for spiritual support, which families might visit before or after funeral services.
What nearby medical facilities are in the area around Jay Chapel Funeral Directors?
DaVita North Madera Dialysis is nearby, providing dialysis and nephrology services, which could be relevant for families of patients receiving care.