Golden Gate Funeral Home

Inception History – Golden Gate Funeral Home Brother and Sister Ernest Edwards and Vera Edwards, who passed away, brought the Golden Gate Funeral Home to reality in Vessel, Mississippi. It has been over 45 years since late brothers and sisters opened their establishment (Anonymous, 2011). The Edwards were respectfully known as "Brother" and "Sister Edwards" as they were taken the first step towards the expansion of Gold Gate Funeral Home under the watchful eye and mentorship of some of Chicago's most respected and reputable funeral service directors. From the original conception, brothers and sisters Edwards were keen to offer their "Service with Sacredness, Dignity and Respect" as indicated by their business name. It became the first household to own a fully white colored limo fleet and also had white hearses in Chicago, specifically with an African-American name.

Reviews speak highly of the Golden Gate Funeral Home's staff and the commendable service that they offer. Clients have acknowledged comforting, caring and family-like consolations given by the staff during their tough times. Many validated the community outreach initiative of the funeral home where it establishes support from the community. The facility stands out because of its inclusive programs which offer a way to give back to the community, such as the balloon release. Such events also help community members and the business community to forge future potential collaborations. The family owner has shared exclusive services. Finally, the service provider attracts recommendations for their professional and personalized handling of the situation, enabling clients to afford a seamless and stress-free period. The Golden Gate Funeral Home has also been able to build a good reputation with the family's services they take, as evident in some reviews.