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About
Funeral Home
At Rest Haven, we are committed to the highest level of professional, compassionate, and personalized funeral service. We will serve each family with integrity and respect, helping them honor, remember, and celebrate the life that was lived."
Location
Rest Haven Funeral Home - Rockwall
2500 State Highway 66 East, Rockwall, TX
75087, United States
Hours
Reviews
4.9
271 reviews
5 stars
260
4 stars2
3 stars2
2 stars2
1 star
5
What are people saying?
AI-generated from recent customer reviews
Compassionate Care
Customers consistently praised the staff for their compassion, attentiveness, and support during difficult times.
Professionalism
The team at Rest Haven was noted for their professionalism, attention to detail, and effective communication throughout the funeral planning process.
Positive Experiences
Many reviews highlighted positive experiences, with families feeling well cared for and supported, often recommending Rest Haven to others.
Attention to Detail
Numerous customers appreciated the meticulous attention to detail in planning and executing services, contributing to a meaningful farewell for their loved ones.
Community Engagement
Rest Haven's involvement in community events, such as the Dia De Los Muertos celebration, was positively received, fostering a sense of connection and support.
- CNchristie neal3 days ago5.0Joseph Slovak was kind and so helpful during this very difficult time. He was quick to respond to our many questions and kept us assured that all would be taken care of. And it was. We highly recommend his services and so appreciate his expertise.
- LKLori K5 days ago5.0I cannot thank Rest Haven enough for their tender care, professionalism, and the absolutely wonderful care we received for my father’s funeral. Devon was so kind and helpful on the phone and in person. She helped guide me through such a grief filled life event. Our funeral director Joseph guided us through the whole process. He really cared and listened to our needs and made a difficult process less stressful for the family. This freed us to just arrive and be guided along the memorial process. Everything was so smooth and wonderful. My father looked wonderful at the viewing, which was the memory I needed after a rough time in his last days. Joseph was attentive, and caring as he honorably guided us through my father’s burial at The National Veterans Memorial Cemetery. I am very thankful we chose Rest Haven and had such a peaceful, gentle, stress free funeral for my father which left us to do the one thing we needed to do, honor and memorialize my father with a funeral that celebrated the wonderful man my father was in life.
- TETracey Elliott6 days ago5.0Meegan, Tracy and Katie were wonderful helping us coordinate a memorial service. It was our first time doing so, so they walked us through the process and were with us each step of the way. They also thought of things we hadn’t so we are grateful for their insight as well. They offered us choices to be the intended service - it felt very customized to me and I appreciated that. We are grateful for their kindness and expertise.
- KBKim BellaceJan 5, 20265.0During one of the hardest times our family has ever faced, Rest Haven funeral home was truly exceptional. From the very beginning, we were met with compassion, patience, and genuine care. Desi, our funeral director, was absolutely wonderful. She guided us through every step of planning my grandmother’s service with kindness, making an overwhelming process feel manageable and supported. Nothing felt rushed, and every detail was handled thoughtfully and professionally. Because of her care and attention, my grandmother’s service was beautifully organized and truly honored her life. I will always be grateful for the comfort and support she provided during such a difficult time. I cannot recommend this funeral home highly enough to families who need guidance, compassion, and professionalism when it matters most.
- KGKristina GureraDec 16, 20255.0I cannot thank Joseph Slovak enough for all the time, support, and preparations in making Mark’s service beautiful. It was so very special to us and we were so happy with everything. I appreciate your promptness in getting back to me quickly whenever I had a question or letting you know my needs. Everyone commented how beautiful everything was including the cemetery grounds. Thank you especially for going the extra step in finding the deacon for our service. He was just so wonderful and gave such a great homily that honored Mark. When I stopped by yesterday to pick up all the belongings and flowers, I stopped by the gravesite and the flowers on the grave were just such a nice touch and I am glad you suggested it. So appreciative of everything you and the staff did. Also, thank you to Liz Cuevas for your time and assistance in finding the perfect area for Mark’s final resting place. We were in such good hands!
Frequently Asked Questions About Rest Haven Funeral Home - Rockwall
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 Rest Haven Funeral Home - Rockwall provide?
Rest Haven Funeral Home - Rockwall offers professional, compassionate, and personalized funeral services including body transportation, death certificate arrangements, embalming, funeral planning, and grief assistance.
What should I do immediately after a death occurs?
Contact the funeral home for coordination, bring important personal information for death certificates, arrange funeral or memorial services with clergy, and notify family and friends.
Are funeral directors available immediately when called?
Yes, if immediate assistance is requested, the funeral director will come right away; otherwise, they accommodate the family's preferred timing to say good-bye.
Should I choose burial or cremation for funeral services?
Burial is traditional and common, while cremation is often less expensive and allows memorial services at convenient times; cremated remains can be buried, placed in mausoleums, or scattered following state laws.
What is the purpose of embalming a deceased body?
Embalming sanitizes and preserves the body, enabling family members to have more time to arrange and participate in a memorial service that is comforting to them.
What are the business hours of Rest Haven Funeral Home - Rockwall?
The funeral home is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Saturday from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, and closed on Sundays.
What payment options are available at Rest Haven Funeral Home - Rockwall?
They accept American Express, Discover, Mastercard, Visa, and also offer financing options.
How can nearby places like The Flower Box assist me when using funeral services?
The Flower Box, a nearby flower and gifts shop, provides floral arrangements which can be ordered to enhance funeral services conveniently near the funeral home.
Can I visit Rockwall Bible Church when attending services at Rest Haven Funeral Home?
Yes, Rockwall Bible Church is close by and may be a place for spiritual support or ceremonies before or after visiting Rest Haven Funeral Home.
How might the proximity of Rockwall Municipal Court be relevant to funeral home visitors?
Visitors handling legal matters related to a death may find Rockwall Municipal Court nearby, facilitating coordination of necessary legal documentation alongside funeral arrangements.