Monte's Chapel of the Hills Funeral Home was established in 1932 by the late D. Frank Monte. The business began in a small building on Bank Street in San Anselmo, where the Monte family lived upstairs. It moved to its present location, on the Miracle Mile, in 1937, the year the Golden Gate was opened.
D. Frank Monte was very active in the community. The San Rafael native was a graduate of San Rafael High School in 1928 and served twice as mayor and city councilman in San Anselmo. His wife, Alice Brown Monte, a San Anselmo native, assisted him in the business for many years.
D. Frank Monte was very active in the community. The San Rafael native was a graduate of San Rafael High School in 1928 and served twice as mayor and city councilman in San Anselmo. His wife, Alice Brown Monte, a San Anselmo native, assisted him in the business for many years.
Services
When planning a service, you have many options available to you and we will do all that we can to provide a beautiful and respectful ceremony. No matter your choice, we can offer you a space to join with family and friends in grief, comfort and love. And above all, we will do our utmost to honor your loved one.
In 1929, his family emigrated to San Mateo, California. Ugo attended San Mateo High School where he played basketball and ran track. After graduation, he joined the Navy serving from 1944 to 1946 during World War II. He attended the University of San. She was the oldest of eleven siblings, having eight brothers and two sisters.
Our staff is comprised of dedicated professionals with the experience to answer all your questions regarding our services. Please feel free to contact our staff members at any time. Edward "Ed" Leon purchased Monte's Chapel of the Hills Funeral Home in San Anselmo in 2008 after working for Charlie Monte for the prior 10 years.
When it comes to your final arrangements, shouldn't you make the decisions? The arrangements you make will reflect your exact wishes and desires. Pre-arranging your own service will help to ease the burden of your loved ones. It will also alleviate any questions, problems or differences, which can occur among family members.
The basic Military Funeral Honors (MFH) ceremony consists of the folding and presentation of the United States flag to the veterans' family and the playing of Taps. The ceremony is performed by a funeral honors detail consisting of at least two members of the Armed Forces. The Funeral Honors rendered to you or your veteran will be determined by the status of the veteran.
Reviews (9)
R. P.
Dec 29, 2021
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Keenny Aguilar
Jul 04, 2021
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Brian Platz
Jun 02, 2021
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Monte's Chapel of the Hills is HIGHLY Recommended in my book. Both Ed, owner, and Brian were extremely helpful and super responsive to email, text and calls in an extremely difficult time. What to do, when to do it, coordinating the multiple facets of a funeral; Monte's Chapel of the Hills does it in SPADES. We even had some special requests/inquiries like finding a Bag-Piper for Mom's burial and Ed came through AGAIN. Thanks Boys, you take good customer service to a new level.
Lindsay Mamet
Jan 04, 2021
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I had the best experience here at Monte's. Brian was so helpful and kind to me and went above and beyond to get my needs met during a very difficult time for me. I am so grateful to him and this place for everything they did for me. They are very community oriented and will help you in any way possible. I would recommend this place to anyone.
Dan Chadbourne
Sep 17, 2020
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In the hardest of times, Monte’s Chappell of The Hills was there helping us. From the moment we walked in the door, to the last detail of sending ashes out in personalized containers, they made every comfortable. They guided us though each step with grace and handled all the little items. I highly recommend Monte’s Chapel of the Hills.
This Old Suitcase L. Lightfoot
Jul 23, 2020
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During a difficult time, Brian from Montes Chapel was AMAZING! Amidst covid19 & all the issues that affect the ability to gather, he allowed us a unique visit. They stayed almost 2 hours after closing to accommodate our family. This was inexpensive & the best service anyone could ask for. Expect wonderful service & kindness. The lovely Art Deco chapel in Fairfax was built in the 1930s... also has a beautiful piano :)
Angela Marie
Nov 07, 2019
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If there was a way to give Montes Chapel 100 stars I would. Edward and his AMAZING staff showed my family so much compassion and kindness during the unexpected loss of my Husband. My praise to this business is without measure. I am so grateful to them for everything they did to allow my family to begin our healing process.
Cecilia Kilian
Jun 19, 2019
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Jeanine Eckenrode
Jun 04, 2018
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