“Thank you so much for your kindness to me during my Mom’s passing and burial. I will always remember your empathy and compassion. The casket was beautiful – you are a true craftsman! So many people commented on the elegant, yet simple, design. ”
“When my daughter and I first saw the casket on Sunday evening we were both in awe of its beauty and your work.”
— James Berkenbaugh Pittsburgh, PA
“Thank you for the casket for my dad’s funeral. It was beautiful and everyone commented how wonderful it was. I really appreciate your help.”
— Father Derek Lappe Bremerton, WA
“I wanted to thank you for the stunning craftsmanship and breathtaking beauty of the casket you built for our Mother. It is truly exquisite. The casket reflected the deep faith in Christ we share with you. Thank you from the fullness of our hearts.”
“Thank you. We appreciate the beauty of your work which goes beyond the tangible. With prayers for you and your family. ”
— Jamie Gibsonia, PA
“Thank you for providing comfort for our family.”
— The Dohoney Family San Diego, CA
“My husband’s funeral was a truly blessed event, and your casket added to the beauty and reverence.”
— Debbie McGinnis
“We wanted you to know that our Dad, Dean, was an excellent woodworker, of the highest order, who took much care and pride in everything he crafted over the years! We are blessed, as a family, with many reminders of the hobby he was so fond of. The fact that he was in such admiration of your work speaks volumes about your own talent with woodwork and we are very happy dad noticed the newspaper article about your business all those years ago! The casket you made for him was truly fitting for a man who appreciated the beauty of wood as much as you do! Thank you so much for the wonderful work you did for our parents and especially our dad. ”
“I just wanted to let you know how beautiful Mary’s casket was. Our entire family felt it was just right for our dear loved one. Thank you for your wonderful craftsmanship and your quick response to our request. ”
— Leslie
“What a great job you did on Dad’s casket. Thanks for getting the job done on such short notice. Dad loved working with wood. He would have loved your work. There were many people commenting on how nice it looked. Lots of picture taking. Thanks again for making our Dad’s funeral a special event.
“I am still approached by friends who say how beautiful and fitting it was”
— George Hicks Mountain Home, Idaho
“Mom’s coffin arrived here in Colorado the day after I asked you to send it, and I wanted to thank you for your careful packaging and let you know that it arrived in perfect condition. And it is beautiful. You have been great to work with and a blessing to us.”
— The Carter Family
“Thank you for the beautiful casket, and excellent service. This was a beautiful ending to my mother’s glorious life. ”
— John Bormes Aberdeen, SD
“Thank you for the beaufiful casket you made for my husband. It was amazing that you were able to get it here so quickly. We received many wonderful comments on the workmanship and the love that was built into it. It gave me great comfort to know that he went to his final rest in that beautiful, meaningful resting bed. It gave everyone who visited a spiritual message we wanted to be a part of the final farewell. God has a way of rewarding the generous.”
— Elaine Czarski Shelby County, MI
“Beautiful! Beautiful! Beautiful! We got so many compliments. Thank you.”
— Dawn Anderson Pomona, CA
“I just wanted to let you know that my family and I absolutely loved the beautiful casket that you made for my husband, Robert. It suited him perfectly. ”
— Mary Ruth
“The care and compassion you showed was something I will never forget. My mom’s casket was beautiful and the craftsmanship you put towards it is something that I know she would be proud of and appreciate.”
— Cyril Macaraeg Seattle, WA
“I can’t say that “thank you for building my husband’s casket” are words I ever thought I would write – but I mean them. It helped me to be able literally to wrap Matt in prayers, and to spend the rosary with my eyes fixed on the words “Jesus I trust in you.” Thank you for your kindness, for your inspired craftsmanship, and for your prayers. ”
— God bless you, Sharon Ventura, CA
“Mother’s casket was absolutely beautiful. My gosh, I’d never seen one in person so it was breathtaking.”
— Louise Burk
“Many people had wondered about the casket and were very curious about it. It, as well as the vigil and funeral, really spoke about God and the Faith. Many people were touched by it all. Thanks for being part of it.”
— Lisa Diekhans Great Falls, MT
“I can’t tell you how many people complemented me on it. They were just astounded”
“God bless you, your family and the beautiful work you do.”
— Rachel Snay Port Orchard, WA
“We are deeply grateful for the beautiful casket for Phil’s mother, Doreen. Her wake and funeral Mass were grace-filled, and the casket was a perfect way to focus our prayers to Jesus. God bless you for your gifts of artistry, care, and prayer. It has been our pleasure to work with you, and we will certainly do so again.”
— Philip and Mary Rita Murphy Rochester, NY
“The casket you created for Monica was perfect. It really is a work of art and a dynamic statement of our faith. Thank you. It means so much to my immediate family and to our extended family and community. ”
— Karl Ilacqua
“My brother, a pallbearer, said “I loved it. Beautiful, classic and simple; a perfect demonstration of design and craftsmanship. I just wanted to thank you for your work and the grace it brought to such a heartbreaking day. All of our family and friends were touched by it. You have ministered to our family.
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— Arielle Jungwirth Portland, OR
“Believe it or not, people are still talking about the casket. A word I have heard is “beautiful.” I say it was “elegant.” I know my mom would have loved it! Thanks again for making it happen. ”
— Jessica Mercado Riverside, CA
“The casket you made for my brother Steve was beautiful! He was a Vietnam veteran and didn’t like a lot of fuss made over him so the simple but elegant casket was perfect! He looked so good in his army uniform laid out in it! To have a handmade casket was so special.”
— Mary Michalak
“Her funeral was beautiful. It was held at the San Fernando Mission, where Pope John Paul II visited. Everyone at the service expressed to our family how beautiful the casket was. ”
— Lita Nisbet Somis, CA
“It is beautiful! Just as I pictured it. Thank you! ”
— Susan Stallings Reedville, VA
“ Thanks very much. As sad as this has been, everyone has been so extraordinarily touched by your amazing work. It will forever be part of the Stone family. Thanks again. Godspeed and God Bless,”
— Greg Stone
“Thank you for the obvious care and skill you used in creating the beautiful casket for our father. He was a man of great faith who would appreciate the spiritual connection to Pope John Paul. At the same time, he was quite humble and insisted he be buried in a “pine box.” How blessed we were to find your ministry that beautiful reflects our dad and his personality.”
— Libby Catalinich Tacoma, WA
“We could not have asked for a more personal and special day to lay my husband to rest in this most beautiful casket. It was the talk of the filled Chapel which became a bit of a problem for the clergy and funeral director as the lines were backed up in order to ask me where this casket came from. I needed a big sign! It was the most beautiful Mass as the viewing was in our Chapel. Thank you for the opportunity to help us witness to our great faith. Jesus I trust in You! ”
