Testimonials

We receive many letters from the families we've served, thanking us for our caring ways during their time of loss. Their words warm our hearts, and speak to you of our professionalism, compassion, and the true value of the services we provide.Check out some of our testimonials below!

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I would like to acknowledge my sincere gratitude for the exceptional handling of my husband's funeral arrangements. The service of the employees was wonderful. I would like to give a special thank you to Savanna Saunders, who managed the case and was very proactive. She answered all questions and explained things very well. She made an exceedingly challenging time easier to get through. The portrait was a heartfelt gift and a pleasant surprise that is appreciated and will be cherished forever. Raymond Funeral Service has had a lasting impact on myself and my family.

5 stars
Nancy K

I just wanted to express my gratitude for your professionalism and care for our father's funeral. Bart is amazing!! We have worked with you many times & it is always a great experience even though we are devastated by our loss.

5 stars
Mary c

Thank you doesn't even feel like enough. My dad's celebration of life was PERFECT and that is because of the care and love you all provided to our family. I was so hesitant walking through the doors last night and the stress immediately disappeared when I saw all the little things Raymond's did to make it special. We are forever grateful.

5 stars
TS Family October 25, 2024

Thank you so much for all that you did for my mother and for us. We very much appreciate it. Thanks again.

5 stars
Steve S. & Family

Thank you all so much for all that you've done for our family during this most difficult time. You all eased our pain & provided a beautiful celebration for my daughter. Your kindness & professionalism goes unmatched and helped us thru it. Lindsey... thank you for handling all the details and personal touches with such kindness and grace. THANK YOU ALL for your support, compassion and help with everything. We are forever thankful and grateful to all of you! From the whole family, we THANK YOU!

5 stars
Sandy

During this difficult time, everyone had Raymond's was respectful, helpfully and genuinely caring. They went above and beyond on several things. We couldn't have asked for a better experience.

5 stars
Sue Dixon March 18, 2025

I am incredibly grateful to Raymond Funeral Home for their exceptional care and service during my father's Celebration of Life this past weekend. From start to finish, Mr. Bart and his team demonstrated remarkable patience, kindness, and genuine compassion, going above and beyond to ensure every detail was handled with dignity and respect. They took the time to understand our wishes, provided gentle guidance, and created a peaceful, comforting atmosphere that honored my father beautifully. Their attention to detail, professionalism, and heartfelt approach were truly top-notch, making a difficult time much more bearable for our family. I wholeheartedly recommend Raymond Funeral Home to anyone in need of compassionate, high-quality service. Thank you, Mr. Bart, and your wonderful staff, for helping us create a meaningful tribute to a life well-lived.

5 stars
M. A. H. November 05, 2024

I lost my brother and Raymond Funeral Service was very helpful, caring and kind during the entire process. It was greatly appreciated.

5 stars
Rick Porter March 13, 2015

Excellent

5 stars
Mark Roberson June 10, 2015

Raymond Funeral Service always does an excellent job each time we have used them. I would highly recommend them to anyone in the area. The entire staff is calm, friendly and provide a great atmosphere.

5 stars
Cedric Garrett October 05, 2015

Wonderful staff, great service. A blessing to the area.

5 stars
Chris Shasho November 17, 2016

Everyone was professional and compassionate and the funeral home comfortably decorated.

5 stars
Susan Brooke July 18, 2017

I have been to Raymond’s Funeral Service so many times I’ve lost count, including at least 4 just this past year... and as much as I hate to come here, this funeral home provides not only a beautiful, calming environment but the most compassionate and caring service for the families and their loved ones. Thank you for all you do to comfort and soothe our heartache in a time of such grief and sorrow. From personal experience, I thank you from the bottom of my heart, and also for including the wonderful reminder you bring during the holidays so we may always have a beautiful keepsake of our loved ones.

5 stars
Misty Weimert October 30, 2017

Mr.Raymond went above and beyond helping me and my sister with our mom's arrangements. Very kind and friendly staff. They make you feel apart of their family. Highly recommend having your loved one's service here .

5 stars
jerry quade March 01, 2018

Very personable and reasonably priced. Mr Raymond and his staff make you feel at ease during a emotional and difficult time.

5 stars
Sal Arguelles October 15, 2018
5 stars
Kimberley Charter October 16, 2018

The staff is friendly and compassionate. We needed a recommendation for an officiant for the services and the recommendation was a perfect fit for the service we wanted. The location was easy to find and get in and out of. Highly recommended.

5 stars
Donna Wenzel February 20, 2019

At the time of GREAT loss for our Family and emotions running high, our Funeral Director, Bart was kind, empathic, helpful beyond what we expected and very Professional in a friendly way. Mom’s service was informal, warm and exactly what our precious Mother would want. Additionally we were very touched by the gift of the beautiful portrait of our Mother with one of the loves of her life, my precious Dog Rose. Rose brought the beautiful smile to Mom’s face that only her Dog babies could accomplish 💜🐾🐾💜 Our entire large family is very grateful to Bart, all other staff and Raymond’s Funeral Home, we highly recommend them in time of sorrow, need and kind patience 🙏🏼 THANK YOU Gaunt Vieth Family

5 stars
JoeAnne Pellini August 13, 2019
5 stars
Philip Hyde October 01, 2019
5 stars
christina November 23, 2019
5 stars
Sandy Hardesty December 18, 2019
5 stars
TIAA Testing March 05, 2020

Always so caring and thoughtful

5 stars
Connie Webb June 13, 2021
5 stars
Blossom._family August 19, 2021

I am a professional singer in Southern Maryland and sing for several funerals in churches where Raymond provides the arrangements. From my view in the choir loft or from the front, I always see the staff treating grieving families with such compassion and respect. As someone who is also providing a service, they treat me with professionalism and kindness. When I arrive at the church and see the hurst from Raymond’s, I always know that things will go well.

5 stars
Amy Lloyd February 17, 2023

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4 stars
Surge Gorins July 10, 2023

Thank you and your staff for the very professional and personal care we received from Raymond’s during our difficult time. It gives us great pleasure to know there are still people in business that treat their clients like family. We were from out of town with little resources and NEEDED EXTRA help and you provided that with no questions. Thank you for being there for us.

5 stars
Rick and Theresa B.

The support and guidance given to me was wonderful. You gave me such excellent guidance with such caring and efficiency that made the process much easier in such a sad occasion. Thank you for calming listening with sympathy and caring advice along the way. You made every step much easier.

5 stars
Brenda P.

I wanted to thank you again for all your professionalism and kindness during a very difficult time for me. When I think about how beautiful you made her look, how beautiful you had the chapel decorated, how beautiful all her flowers were placed in the chapel area, how beautiful Pastor’s service was and how kind and caring all of you were to me and my family… one ‘word’, to describe the entire funeral service for my mother, comes to my mind. And… that word is ‘PERFECT’. Thank you so much and may God bless you all and keep you in his loving care.

5 stars
Susan M.

The service was, as I told everyone, ‘perfect’. We laughed and cried and all those present said it was the most beautiful and special service they had ever attended. Again, thank you and God Bless.

5 stars
Brenda M.

I was very impressed with your website and phone mobile app. The convenience of sending a gift to someone during these hard times was most helpful and the service provided was lovely as well. It seems that these days most companies have given up on customer service and being able to actually help someone, so this was a refreshing experience.

5 stars
Angela B.

Very professional, respectful, and caring staff. Bless you all for everything!

5 stars
Erin S.

With all the emotions and stress with the weather it was comforting knowing we had friends taking care of things. Other than the snow, we couldn’t have been more pleased. Love you guys.

5 stars
Phil

Thank you for the flowers and all the other extras to make the day beautiful and smooth. It made the day go much easier knowing that you were there to help. Thanks for everything.

5 stars
Yvonne W.

"I am a professional singer in Southern Maryland and sing for several funerals in churches where Raymond provides the arrangements. From my view in the choir loft or from the front, I always see the staff treating grieving families with such compassion and respect. As someone who is also providing a service, they treat me with professionalism and kindness. When I arrive at the church and see the hearse from Raymond’s, I always know that things will go well."

5 stars
Amy L.

Your service during this most difficult time was very good and appreciated. Thank you from the family.

5 stars
Mary T.

Thank you so much for your kindness in handling everything regarding my father’s death. Your care and concern and help are consistent as always - and very much appreciated.

5 stars
Chris and Gene

"Mr. Raymond and his staff are all so professional and compassionate. He answered all our questions and provided us with everything we needed to make sure my dad got the farewell he deserved. Highly recommended him to everyone."

5 stars
Claudia B.

"The people at Raymond's funeral home could not have been more kind and courteous during a very difficult time in our lives. Every part of our experience with Raymond's Funeral Home was handled professionally and with respect to our grief."

5 stars
Andie C.

I just wanted to thank everyone there for the beautiful service you conducted for my sister. The very special & unexpected blessing were the photos and portrait you provided for the family. You all conducted the service with the utmost care & compassion.

5 stars
Denise R

We wanted to extend our gratitude for all of your help during this difficult time. Your compassion and attention to detail helped us to honor D in a way that truly reflected his life & legacy. We appreciate the professionalism and guidance of Lindsey, Kevin, and Savanna through this process. We are deeply thankful for your kindness and expertise.

5 stars
Sylvia, Mike, and Family

Thank you so much for the beautiful personalized angel ornament that you provided in memory of my wife who passed away earlier this year. Your kindness during a difficult holiday season is appreciated by the entire family.

5 stars
Robert D. November 30, 2024

We want to make sure to let every single member of the staff know how grateful we are. We thought you did such a great job. The way y'all were respectful of his body. We want you to know how grateful we are in helping us getting him to his final resting place. Your work is meaningful and helps the family very much. May God continue to bless y'all.

5 stars
Robert and Ana B.

Great Service

5 stars
Barry Howard March 20, 2025

I am writing to wholeheartedly recommend the services of Raymond's Funeral Home in La Plata, MD. During the recent passing of our beloved Sharon, Raymond's Funeral Home went above and beyond in providing unparalleled comfort and care to our family. From the moment we contacted them, the staff at Raymond's Funeral Home demonstrated exceptional professionalism and compassion. They understood the profound grief we were experiencing and provided the support we needed to navigate this difficult time. Their attention to detail, empathy, and dedication made a world of difference to us. Unexpected situations arose during the process, but the team at Raymond's was always there, ready to handle everything with grace and efficiency. Their ability to anticipate our needs and address any concerns promptly was incredibly reassuring. We felt truly cared for, as if they were an extension of our family. Raymond's Funeral Home is not just a business; they are a source of solace and support during one of life's most challenging moments. Their commitment to providing a dignified and respectful farewell for Sharon will always be remembered with deep gratitude. I highly recommend Raymond's Funeral Home to anyone in need of their services. They provide more than just funeral arrangements; they offer a compassionate embrace during a time of sorrow.

5 stars
Lisa Peterson March 13, 2025

Raymond has done funeral services for many people I knew who passed away including my mother and father. They are immensely helpful and always treat you and your loved ones with the utmost dignity and respect. If you need memorial services I couldn't recommend them highly enough.

5 stars
Erik Warnes October 22, 2024

I highly recommend this funeral home. From our experience the staff were excellent and sincerely helpful during such a difficult time.

5 stars
Brandy J May 11, 2015

It is hard to express my gratitude for Raymond Funeral Home Service in one word. The entire staff will never understand my appreciation for understanding what a difficult time this was for all of us. Everyone was wonderful to our family and the service was beautiful.

5 stars
Gretchen Pauler August 20, 2015

A wonderful service for my friend

5 stars
Paul Jordan August 08, 2016

This business really represents a caring family helping those in a time of need. I would recommend this funeral home without hesitation. Excellent all around.

5 stars
Santiago Ramirez July 17, 2017
5 stars
Diana Wilkerson July 18, 2017

Mr. Raymond and his staff are all so profesaional and compassionate. He answered all our questions and provided us with everything we needed to make sure my dad got the farewell he deserved. Highly recommended him to everyone.

5 stars
Claudia Barrera February 26, 2018

Great!!!

5 stars
Linda R March 24, 2018

They do an amazing job when you can't even begin to think. And great people.

5 stars
vickie Marshall October 15, 2018

Raymond Funeral Service, P.A. was amazing and caring during our difficult time. Bart Yates was our contact and he made everything so seamless that we didn’t have to even think. He went above and beyond in every aspect of the process.

5 stars
Dorothy Roberts December 16, 2018

Mr. Raymond and his team were extremely kind and caring towards me and my family. He went out of his way to make sure that we felt at home during our time of grief. I would recommend Raymond Funeral Service to anyone who is in need of their services.

5 stars
Laken Radvansky August 09, 2019

Thank you for being so patient and kind and the lovely portrait of our mom that you gave us was so beautiful. The landscape and rooms were comforting and everyone was so welcoming. Thank you Bart and the rest of the crew.

5 stars
Laura Ford August 19, 2019
4 stars
Jeffrey Walton October 30, 2019

Today I went to Raymond Funeral Services Memorial for my late husband Thomas Crawford Edward's, who passed on July 19th, 2019. Mr. Raymond and his special loving team, made me feel so loved. From the comforting prayers, the beautiful soothing music, the naming of all the people who passed on along with Tom, that they tenderly served and the hanging of Tom's ornament on the Christmas tree, which by the way, was given to me as a gift as soon as I walked in the door!... I am so thankful and I so appreciate everyone and will always remember your kindness..love Patricia Edward's. ❤⚘

5 stars
patricia edwards December 08, 2019
5 stars
Norma Burke March 04, 2020
5 stars
Mansa ETN May 25, 2021

The people at Raymond's funeral home could not have been more kind and courteous during a very difficult time in our lives. Every part of our experience with Raymond's Funeral Home was handled professionally and with respect to our grief.

5 stars
Andie Corby August 18, 2021

Personalized, professional, and beautiful.

5 stars
Rebecca Dean August 22, 2022

Very friendly and sincere service

5 stars
Paul Vanasse February 23, 2023

We wanted to take the opportunity to once again thank you and your staff so much for your patience and kindness during this most difficult time. We appreciate the care you provided to our family.

5 stars
Ava and Tom S.

I wanted to take this time to thank you for your care and compassion when my son passed away. We were dreading seeing [him]. However, you presented him in such a way that we were happy to see him and say our good-byes to him. Again, thank you so much for your caring demeanor at a time when we were so sad and grieving.

5 stars
June and John P.

We thought you did a wonderful job. Again, thank you so much.

5 stars
Linda and David

Thank you for helping us make the transition surrounding mom’s death go smoothly. You were truly a pleasure to work with and on behalf of our entire family, I thank you for your professionalism and willingness to go the extra mile with every aspect. Because of you, we never had a worry about any of it. Mom had a fine send off and she would have been very pleased. Your sensitivity at that time to the emotions of everyone - especially the caregivers - was most appreciated. Your thoughtfulness in little things… really contributed something special. I value your friendship. You gave us something that money cannot buy - complete trust.

5 stars
David L.

Everyone there was very kind and helpful and made everything as easy as possible during such a difficult time. I appreciate every one of you that helped in planning my husband’s service and were there on the day of.

5 stars
Heather C.

Thank you for taking such good care of my mom. Words cannot express my gratitude and appreciation.

5 stars
Theresa G.

Your great service and professionalism were very helpful in our time of loss.

5 stars
R and C

Just wanted to thank you and your staff for making things easier to deal with for my husband’s funeral. Everything turned out beautiful. I would certainly recommend ‘Raymond’s’ to anyone needing your services.

5 stars
June, Debbie, and Greg

Many thanks for working with me during these difficult times. Our community is so fortunate to have you and your staff. The services were to perfection.

5 stars
Connie M.

Thank you all so much for taking care of [her]. I knew she was in good hands. May God bless you all.

5 stars
Celene G.

Thank you and the other staff for the services you gave us. We appreciate it very well. Everything was fantastic and went along great. So many thanks again.

5 stars
Mary C.

"Raymond Funeral Service, P.A. was amazing and caring during our difficult time. Bart Yates was our contact and he made everything so seamless that we didn’t have to even think. He went above and beyond in every aspect of the process."

5 stars
Dorothy R.

"I have been to Raymond’s Funeral Service so many times I’ve lost count, including at least 4 just this past year... and as much as I hate to come here, this funeral home provides not only a beautiful, calming environment but the most compassionate and caring service for the families and their loved ones. Thank you for all you do to comfort and soothe our heartache in a time of such grief and sorrow. From personal experience, I thank you from the bottom of my heart, and also for including the wonderful reminder you bring during the holidays so we may always have a beautiful keepsake of our loved ones."

5 stars
Misty W.