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Trusted Funeral & Memorial Services in Seattle, WA
BONNEY WATSON has dedicated itself to honoring and celebrating the lives of loved ones since 1868, making us Washington State's oldest continually operating funeral service provider. As a family-owned business, we prioritize personalized care, ensuring every family receives compassionate and professional support during difficult times. Our team of trained professionals offers a wide range of services, including cremation, burial, terramation, and aquamation, tailored to reflect individual traditions and preferences. With over 150 years of experience serving the Puget Sound area, we have built a reputation for integrity, adaptability, and community commitment. We believe every life deserves a unique farewell, and our mission is to create meaningful ceremonies that celebrate individuality while providing comfort to grieving families. Our facilities across Tacoma and Seattle offer convenient access to our services, which include ceremony planning, catering, obituary writing, and grief counseling.Recognized as Seattle Business Magazine's Family Business of the Year in 2015, we continue evolving to meet the changing needs of our clients while maintaining our core values of respect and quality. Customer testimonials consistently highlight our promptness, professionalism, and the warmth of our facilities, reinforcing our promise to do whatever it takes to serve families personally. We ensure transparency in financial planning and provide referrals for counseling services, demonstrating our holistic approach to supporting clients through every step of the memorial process. This enduring commitment to excellence has solidified our position as a trusted leader in funeral services for generations.
Services
Funeral Services
Cremation Services
Burial Services
Terramation
Aquamation
Ceremony Planning
Obituary Writing
Grief Counseling
Veterans Services
Catering Services
Highlights and features
- We have over 150 years of experience in personalized funeral services.
- Our family-owned business prioritizes compassionate, individualized care.
- We offer diverse disposition options including cremation and terramation.
- Recognized as Seattle Business Magazine's Family Business of the Year.
- Our staff provides 24/7 support with proven professionalism and empathy.
What people say
Outstanding service
Caring staff
Prompt and courteous
Warm and inviting
Very professional
Services
Funeral Services
BONNEY WATSON provides personalized funeral services tailored to honor individual traditions and family preferences. Our experienced team coordinates every detail from venue selection to officiant arrangements, ensuring ceremonies reflect the unique life being celebrated. With compassionate guidance, we help families create meaningful tributes that provide comfort during the grieving process.
Cremation Services
We offer dignified cremation services with flexible memorialization choices, including traditional cremation with ceremonies or private family gatherings. Our staff explains all options clearly, helping families select appropriate urns, final placement locations, and commemorative events that align with personal wishes and budgetary considerations.
Terramation
As pioneers in sustainable options, we provide terramation services that transform remains into nutrient-rich soil through eco-friendly processes. This innovative alternative allows families to honor loved ones while contributing to environmental conservation, with memorialization options at Washington Memorial Park's dedicated terramation garden.
Grief Counseling
Recognizing the importance of ongoing support, we offer grief counseling referrals connecting families with professional counselors and support groups. Our resources help individuals navigate the mourning process through individual sessions, community-based programs, and specialized assistance for children coping with loss.
Veterans Services
We specialize in honoring veterans' service with full military honors ceremonies, flag presentations, and VA benefit coordination. Our team ensures proper execution of rifle volleys, Taps performances, and documentation assistance to secure earned benefits while respecting the unique traditions of military funerals.
Questions
What types of funeral services do you offer?
We provide traditional funerals, cremation services, terramation, aquamation, and customized memorial celebrations with options for religious, cultural, or personalized ceremonies.
Do you handle both immediate and pre-planned arrangements?
Yes, we assist with immediate need services and advance planning consultations to document preferences and alleviate future burdens for families.
Are grief counseling resources available?
We offer referrals to individual counseling sessions and support groups through community partners specializing in bereavement assistance.
How are costs determined for funeral services?
We provide transparent pricing through our General Price List, with customizable packages and financial planning assistance to accommodate various budgets.
Do you offer veteran-specific services?
Yes, we coordinate full military honors ceremonies, VA benefit applications, and specialized memorials recognizing service members' contributions.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Seattle, Tacoma, and surrounding communities including SeaTac, Auburn, Federal Way, and Burien with multiple location options.
Reviews (7)
Ronelda Baldonado
Sep 27, 2021
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I wasn't going to write a review but here it is. I'll start with how my family was rushed out of my grandmother's funeral almost a year ago. It was already hard enough that we lost our loved one but not being able to grieve in that moment was even more heartbreaking. She was laid to rest in their Mausoleum and she didn't even get her $1k name plate for several months after and now we are being informed that we cannot decorate her cover due to regulations. REGULATIONS! As if this was a home owners association. This is how we show our love and we never put anything distasteful or disrespectful towards
Jeric Caveree
May 25, 2021
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Update - 6/8/21: I am updating my review as I was initially very disappointed in how my preplanning was handled with this company. However, to my surprise, Mr. Smock, the president, reached out to me personally and offered to make things right which he did. That significantly changed my view of this company's interest in customer satisfaction. Thank you, Mr. Smock!
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Don't waste your time or money with pre-planning...write out your wishes and have a good life insurance policy that will take care of all your funeral expenses. At the end of the day, it is a business and they're in it to make
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Don't waste your time or money with pre-planning...write out your wishes and have a good life insurance policy that will take care of all your funeral expenses. At the end of the day, it is a business and they're in it to make
Julie Bussard
Feb 25, 2021
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It all started out wonderfully when they were helping us with my mothers cremation. She passed in December 2019. Staff was kind and guided us through the process. Since we were not having a graveside service we chose to leave it up to the funeral homes schedule to have her buried. The form was marked TBD. I called today to check if her ashes had been buried only to be informed she was still "in storage." I got excuses about staff leaving and it wasn't monitored. To top it all off the person I talked to acted as if it were no big deal. YOU HAD MY MOM SITTING ON A SHELF IN STORAGE FOR OVER A YEAR
Jake A.
Jan 25, 2021
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We had a service for our father, Gerald Turner last week and Billie was at the service. She was so caring and very attentive to our needs. Sent a very nice thank you card after the service. I was very impressed with Billie and Cammie, they are wonderful caring people. Thank you for helping us get through this difficult time. Sherry Anderson and Family.
Andrea Colson
Nov 28, 2020
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This location did a great job at making the hardest time for my family worse! They were inconsistent, terrible communication, and worse of all did not preserve my grandmothers body. They didnt embalm her and left her in plastic. I am in utter disbelief and disgust that a team would handle someones family like this. We had to change funerals Homes to ensure her beauty would be represented at her service! I am disappointed in Joe and Caitlin as they were terrible and should not be in the line of work! They continuously added charges although she had a policy with them for over 20 years.
Yng Ovo
Aug 16, 2020
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Me And Rav Salwhan Are Related And Bonney Watson Has To Be The Greatest Funeral Homes In The US, These People Are So Heart Warming And Super Duper Kind, Please If You Need To Get A Funeral Arranged, Please Contact Bonney Watson And Shall My GrandFather Rest In Peace.
Erika Savini
Jul 04, 2020
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With everything going on (restrictions due to COVID) Billie and Tom at Bonnie Watson - SeaTac assisted our family to provide the best services possible for dad. They went above and beyond for our family. I wont give many details but just have to say that We are so grateful for you both and your hard work does not go unrecognized! They really do what they can to respect the law, protect everyone, and assist families during these difficult moments. Thank you for your services and help, dads celebration was great under the circumstances.
