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Since 1945, Schmidt Funeral Home has had the honor and privilege of helping families in Katy, West Houston and the surrounding area remember their loved ones in meaningful ways by offering personalized funerals and memorial services for all faiths, as well as cremation, burial and advanced planning. Today, the Schmidt family and our experienced team of funeral directors, who live in and are active supporters of the community, are continuing that 70-year tradition of excellence at both our original East Avenue location in downtown Katy and our new location, located on Grand Parkway South in Katy, now open to better serve our growing community. This new state-of-the-art complex includes a 16,000 square foot primary building that features a beautifully-appointed chapel, two large staterooms and a spacious reception area. The 4-acre complex also includes Katy's first and only on-site crematory.
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- LELinda ElmoreJul 22, 20255.0All people at Schmidt's Funeral Home were were compassionate and caring. They answered all of my concerns. There was no "hard" sale of any service. All their concerns were helping me with making some of the hardest decisions I had to make. Thank you, Randy and all others who helped.
- TWTina WaggonerJul 8, 20255.0Randy Peters at Schmidt Funeral a very caring and compassionate man. This journey was extremely difficult but Randy’s compassion got me through it.
- HJheidi jewellMay 16, 20255.0Randy was very kind and compassionate about the choices we needed to make. He also helped facilitate the paperwork with the State. Thank you for your kindness in this time of need.
- JGJanie GreenOct 18, 20142.0I AM A FLORIST AND THIS IS NOT THE FIRST TIME I ENCOUNTER BAD SERVICE FROM THESE PEOPLE. IN MY OPINION A DRIVER DELIVERING FLOWERS SHOULD ALWAYS BE ALLOWED TO DELIVER FLOWERS TO THE FLOWER ROOM, THESE PEOPLE POST SIGNS TO NOT OPEN DOOR WHILE A SERVICE IS BEING HELD, NOT EVEN CARING THAT THE FLOWERS WOULD GO BAD FOR THE PEOPLE WHO ORDERED FOR THEIR LOVED ONE. I WAS TOLD TO LEAVE THE FLOWERS OUTSIDE, SUN SHINING ON THE FLOWERS AND A VERY HOT DAY . IN MY OPINION THEY ARE VERY RUDE, AND INCONSIDERATE ABOUT OUR SERVICES AND OUR CUSTOMER SATISFACTION, THEY SHOULD PROBABLY CONSIDER EXPANDING AND PLACING A FLOWER ROOM AWAY FROM WHERE THE SERVICES ARE BEING HELD. (VERY POOR SERVICE UNTO OTHERS)
- JPJeff ParkerSep 23, 20145.0Schmidt recently handled the funeral for my father-in-law Ray LeBlanc. The service was held at a small Catholic church in the area and the interment was at Veterans Memorial. The folks at Schmidt were very supportive and accommodating, they handled all of details allowing us to focus on dad and each other. They worked very hard to make sure that every thing went smoothly and their caring attitudes made the whole process much easier to get through. It will never be easy to say goodbye to a loved one but the staff at Schmidt made us feel like it was an honor and a privilege to serve us.
Frequently Asked Questions About Schmidt Funeral Homes - East Avenue
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 Schmidt Funeral Homes - East Avenue provide?
Schmidt Funeral Homes offers personalized funerals, memorial services for all faiths, cremation, burial, and advanced planning.
What are the operating hours of Schmidt Funeral Homes - East Avenue?
The funeral home is open 24 hours a day, including Federal Holidays.
How can I contact Schmidt Funeral Homes - East Avenue?
You can contact them by phone at +1 281-391-2424 or via email at schmidtfuneralhome@comcast.net.
What payment options are accepted at Schmidt Funeral Homes - East Avenue?
They accept American Express, Cash, MasterCard, and Visa.
What should I do when a death occurs?
The funeral home will help coordinate arrangements with the cemetery and assist with necessary paperwork and notifications, including advising on death certificates, obituary information, and contacting clergy.
What is the purpose of embalming and does Schmidt Funeral Homes offer it?
Embalming sanitizes and preserves the body, allowing time for family arrangements. Schmidt Funeral Homes provides embalming services if necessary.
What are the burial and cremation options available at Schmidt Funeral Homes?
They offer burial in a casket, entombment, and cremation services, with options for urn placement in mausoleums, columbariums, urn gardens, or scattering according to state law.
How does Schmidt Funeral Homes accommodate family needs after a death?
They provide grief assistance, coordinate with authorities and agencies, prepare death certificates, and assist with funeral and memorial service arrangements.
What nearby cemeteries are close to Schmidt Funeral Homes - East Avenue?
Nearby cemeteries include Katy Magnolia Cemetery and Magnolia Cemetery, which families often use for burial services.
What local amenities can I visit before or after attending services at Schmidt Funeral Homes?
Nearby places include Houston Methodist Hospital for healthcare needs, The Rustic Magnolia Katy and The Journey Hair Salon for beauty services, and Cajun Comforts Crawfish & Seafood for dining options.