Chapel of the Chimes

4499 Piedmont Ave, Oakland, CA 94611, USA

Address:	4499 Piedmont Ave, Oakland, CA 94611, USA
Phone:	+1 510-379-5200
Site:	oakland.chapelofthechimes.com
Rating:	4.7
Working:	8:30AM–5PM 8:30AM–5PM 8:30AM–5PM 8:30AM–5PM 8:30AM–5PM 8:30AM–5PM 8:30AM–5PM

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Annette S

What an amazing place! And the staff rivals the buildings for excellence. I have been coming to the Chapel of the Chimes since I was just a small child. It was always our favorite hangout to explore without those pesky adults hanging around - we made the place our playground and knew every nook and cranny (probably to the dismay of some adults who were just trying to have a quiet moment!). It holds such a special place in my heart, not only from those childhood memories, but from recent experiences as well. A few months ago, I decided that the time had come to make arrangements for my own "after-life" experience. My mother, as well as many other relatives, had already been interred at the Chapel. I was lucky to be directed to Ian Ho, who handled everything with professionalism. He was also very patient as I went through the process of making various decisions, not the least of which was where my remains would be placed. In the end, I not only decided that the Fountain of Integrity was the place for me, but also decided to remove my mothers urn from the chapel she was in and place it in the same niche that I will eventually occupy. We also went through the procedure of having my mothers urn re-engraved so that my fathers name and dates are also inscribed there (his ashes were scattered elsewhere, per his wishes). Ian made everything easy for me and I cannot thank him enough. When the time came for placement of my mothers/fathers urn, both he and Matthew were so thoughtful and helpful. I look forward to visiting the Chapel of the Chimes many times in the future!

Anonymous User

What a horrific experience! The grounds are lovely, but I have never been treated so madly in my life - and at such an emotionally challenging time. Unreal. Our documents were lost - not once, but three times. Our dads wishes were NOT carried out because the staff could not be bothered to keep track of paperwork and phone numbers. Customer service was completely non-existent. I got the feeling that we were just bothering them by even asking questions. We werent rude or overwrought - we were just trying to coordinate with a university that wanted to perform research on our fathers remains. The staff at Chapel of Horrors couldnt have been more indifferent. I wouldnt wish this experience on anyone.

Erica M

What an escape this is! So silent, and endless spaces to wander through. There are sun rooms, water fountains, beautiful plants. This is a very, very special place for those who dont mind kicking it with the deceased.

Danielle Mathews

A beautifu experience. More than a central bit a place of art culture and beauty. I recommend everyone to visit this magnificent and creative homage go the souls of those that have ascended before us.

gil sandro

tragedia..meus sentimentos...mande fotos

Desta Ramage

I have seen the LORDS work so much. And especially in certain places in my lifetime. Love Desta

David Kurtenbach

You can really get lost here among the indoor gardens and fountains.

Monico Buchanan

I love this place but I cant find the person I was looking for

Anonymous User

So intricate and beautiful. Seems like a dream space.

Jackie Lawrence

Beautiful and artfully created by Julia Morgan!