Our family funeral home located in beautiful San Clemente offers caring arrangements where we focus on helping the living successfully navigate that crucial time between the event of death and the onset of grief. The most important decision for people during this difficult time isn't burial or cremation, it is rather to fully understand how their choices impact the emotional, relational and spiritual well-being of those who have cared for, loved and shared life with their loved one.
Our mission is to take the mystery out of what to do when a loved one dies, and focus instead on how to maximize the benefits from each stage of the acute loss period so you can grieve, grow, heal and continue to love.
Our mission is to take the mystery out of what to do when a loved one dies, and focus instead on how to maximize the benefits from each stage of the acute loss period so you can grieve, grow, heal and continue to love.
Services
Lesneski Mortuary has been serving San Clemente, CA area families for years. We are honored to be a part of the rich history of this community and plan to be a part of it for many years to come. Constructed on a barren hillside along the outer edges of town, the Divel Funeral Chapel first opened its doors in 1928.
Planning a funeral can be overwhelming, but you are not alone in this. We're here to support you throughout this journey and make this process one of love, healing, and life celebration. Below is some information to help you get started, but you can contact us at any time if you need help.
When a loved one dies at home or in a place that isn't a healthcare facility, you'll need to contact emergency personnel before they can be taken into our care.If your loved one was under medical care, it's a good idea to call their physician as well. If your loved one dies in a healthcare facility, they will notify the proper authorities, including the funeral home you have chosen to care for your loved one if they know that information.
When a loved one dies at home or in a place that isn't a healthcare facility, you'll need to contact emergency personnel before they can be taken into our care.If your loved one was under medical care, it's a good idea to call their physician as well. If your loved one dies in a healthcare facility, they will notify the proper authorities, including the funeral home you have chosen to care for your loved one if they know that information.
Planning a funeral service can be a very difficult process for families who have just lost a loved one. But it's important to provide those who are grieving with a supportive environment in which they can begin to find closure, say goodbye, and come to terms with the loss.
Gathering with friends and family gives everyone the opportunity to connect, share memories, offer words of sympathy, and create a lasting network of comfort and support as they start the journey toward healing.Immediate burial means that your loved one will be buried or entombed without a public service or gathering.
Gathering with friends and family gives everyone the opportunity to connect, share memories, offer words of sympathy, and create a lasting network of comfort and support as they start the journey toward healing.Immediate burial means that your loved one will be buried or entombed without a public service or gathering.
Personalization isn't just about honoring your loved one's individuality. It also allows family and friends to feel connected to the services and the life being honored. We work closely with you and your family to get to know your loved one's life story so we can make their services as personal as possible.
We're proud to do our part in honoring our country's veterans. Our duty is to provide you and your family with professional and dignified assistance during your time of need, and we promise to support you in honoring your loved one for their dedication and selfless service. Former military members who served on active duty and departed under honorable conditions.
Reviews (8)
Debbie Ochoa
Jul 29, 2021
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The Customer Service was horrible. We called 5 times for assistance and no one ever returned our call.
On the day of the burial they forgot to send the several hundred dollars worth of flowers we ordered up to the service so there were no flowers. Totally humiliating and once the service was over it was over there was nothing to be done.
They also did not send up the the prayer cards we ordered and paid for. Again, once the burial and memorial are over, you cannot go back and fix these lack of details.
They received the death certificates and for more than a week never notified us so with accounts
On the day of the burial they forgot to send the several hundred dollars worth of flowers we ordered up to the service so there were no flowers. Totally humiliating and once the service was over it was over there was nothing to be done.
They also did not send up the the prayer cards we ordered and paid for. Again, once the burial and memorial are over, you cannot go back and fix these lack of details.
They received the death certificates and for more than a week never notified us so with accounts
Kimberly Summers
Jul 26, 2020
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Jennie Stewart
Aug 13, 2018
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My stepdad passed away in 1998. I was with my mom to make the arrangements. She was informed she would receive veterans benefits towards his cremation and an American flag because he was in the army. My mom needed to present proof of his service which she did. Lesneski treated my mom with kindness and respect during a difficult time. Fast forward 20 years. My mom now has Alzheimer's and her care is very costly. I discovered she could receive survivor benefits to help with her care. Unfortunately my stepdad's service paperwork was lost. I spent several years trying to find it. Finally I gave up
Michele Villegas
Jul 17, 2018
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Adrian Tasso
Jul 31, 2017
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Can not say enough good things about Lesneski and more specifically for Josh's attention to detail and compassion during an extremely difficult time for our family. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you Josh for helping to guide us in putting together a beautiful service/celebration of life for our Mom.
Dorothy Gambina
May 07, 2017
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I have email proof of this mortuary telling my family we can cremate my brother. I have email proof of LIZZY making an appointment with me for 11am and when I showed up she had set me up, lied to police saying I threatened her and staff which she has no proof of. I stated I would be coming down to collect my $6000 cash THAT I PAID TO LESNESKI NOT MY SISTER!!!!! THIS MORTUARY SHOULD HAVE BEEN DEALING WITH ME!!!! I have caught this woman in SO MANY LIES it's ridiculous!!!! Don't know why she just can't move on!!
They have breached our signed agreement that said my brother would arrive to the cemetary
They have breached our signed agreement that said my brother would arrive to the cemetary
Craig Savage
May 11, 2015
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Jason Pettis
May 09, 2015
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My family has utilized Lesneski Mortuary three times over the past several years. The most current time was for my father. This was the first time I was involved with planning a funeral, and was a bit overwhelmed. My brother and I worked with Josh on the service. He was extremely knowledgeable and helpful, making sure we were taken care of in our grief, as well as understanding in the process and paperwork involved when a loved one passes. Josh made himself available to answer questions whenever we had them, and checked in with us during the process leading up to the service. The day of, he made
