Ash Scattering at Sea Recommendations

It was a pleasure working with George in making the arrangements for the burial at sea. The crew was wonderful and caring, I’m so glad we chose San Diego Burial at Sea for the scattering of my father’s ashes. It was a memorable and comforting event for the family.

Where do I begin? George was the first person I made contact with and to say he was astounding is a complete understatement. From the very beginning sincerity was apparent with every word. Gentle, compassionate, and completely genuine. The second person I met was Jody, on our boat. She really made the entire process so peaceful and not as painful. As I told her, we will all be able to look back and remember today with the warmth she shared with my family. The warmth that they both shared. I never want to have to do this again. But if I do, I will 1,000 times over choose San Diego Burial at Sea. To those at the company: thank you again, from the bottom of my heart.

Following the death of a loved one, family’s are sensitive and still grieving their loss. San Diego Burial at Sea and Tawanna especially, provided an understanding, caring and professional atmosphere throughout the entire process. My sister’s wish was to be buried at sea. We could not have asked for a more beautiful experience. Captain Stephen and Ms. Jennifer were friendly, professional, caring and understanding of the moment. Their help and guidance was truly appreciated and my entire family is grateful to them for making our experience a loving memory. Again, thank you for all you do. Sincerely, Vernon Shoemaker and Family.

From start to finish Tawana made a very grief filled situation of scattering my moms ashes loving and amazingly beautiful. she supported me through it all. put up with my phone calls all the time and was nothing but gracious regarding the loss of my mom. the day of the scattering was so beautiful the water was perfect and the crew if the yacht was caring, supportive and understanding. There could have been no one better for us than Joey.he made the scattering of my mom amazing. He knew when to give us privacy and when to come and talk with us. The captain Jeffrey was excellent and commanded the boat with expertise. They take you by seal Rock on the way back and that was amazing how much better that made us feel. My family felt so supported by everyone and I can say personally by Tawana the most. what a special person and what a gift she has to turn grief into beauty for families. Thank you all you are forever in mine and my families hearts. keep doing what you do.

We were very pleased with everyone at San Diego Burial at Sea. From day 1, they were very professional, caring, polite, easy to work with. They return calls promptly, explain everything they offer. They are not pushy and leave all decisions to their customers. The boat crew was amazing. We could not have asked for a better experience. I would recommend them to anyone.

This was the most amazing, beautiful experience! It completely exceeded my expectations and my mother would have been so pleased! Tawanna was excellent and so patient with my many questions and Jody made it all go smoothly on the boat. My 4 brothers and the rest of our family that was there all marveled at how beautiful it was! I can’t ever thank you enough for making the very difficult final goodbye to our mother so much easier for us.

My family is so grateful to San Diego Burial at Sea. Tawanna helped us pull it all together (and pull it off!) with very short notice. Cynthia, our hostess, could not have been sweeter or more authenticity interested in us having everything we needed, and Captain Randy was the best. Going out of his way to point out fun things for the kids. So friendly and welcoming. The rose petals with the ashes was unexpectedly beautiful and this is how I want my own ashes scattered when the time comes. Thank you for doing what you do. It meant the world to us

The entire process was smooth, friendly and respectful.  With COVID still an issue, they kept us safe and comfortable as 8 of us were taken by a capt and one crew to do a burial at sea.  Most importantly, my mother was very happy with how everything went.

Very professional and compassionate. Very respectful on how I wanted things to be. Awesome experience at a difficult time. Highly recommend

Monday, October 7, 2019 on the one year anniversary of his passing, we placed my husbands ashes into the ocean at sunset. Mo and Captain Jeff were absolutely wonderful to us. The whole crew at San Diego Burial at Sea were very gracious and easy to work with – Professional and understanding. It was the most peaceful and meaningful experiences of the last year. I highly recommend San Diego Burial at Sea. ❤️🤙🏻

We all agreed that this was the most beautiful Celebration of Life we’d ever witnessed. My husband’s passing was a very difficult time for me and yet the office people to the crew were all so helpful, friendly, and caring. The bio-gradable sea turtle urn was such a perfect idea. I totally recommend this company. Thank you for helping me through a very difficult time and making for us a beautiful memory.

We scattered my sister’s ashes close to Hotel Del Coronado. The weather was simply perfect. Sunny and Warm. Tawanna and her crew were fantastic and so caring! We also used San Diego Burial at Sea for my father back in 2013, again, extremely gracious service. I guess if I must leave this earth this will be my choice of saying “Aloha”. Thanks Tawanna and crew!

This company was amazing from the very first time we spoke with Tawanna to working with Dana and Summer. All very compassionate, knowledgeable and caring. We had my mother cremated and her ashes scattered at the tip of Point Loma. They took care of everything and it was all very nicely done, beautiful and peaceful.

I had the unfortunate circumstance of having both my parents die within one year of each other. Tawanna and the crew at San Diego Burial at Sea were helpful and supportive in the midst of a difficult time. For my dad’s burial we chose the option to observe the boat go out to scatter the ashes from Cabrillo National Monument. For my mom’s burial we went on the boat to scatter her ashes with some family and friends. Shelby was our host on the boat and she was lovely and accommodating. She even offered to sing “Amazing Grace” during the scattering. She did a great job and it really added to the beautiful and emotional ambiance (rose petals over the ashes in the water etc.). I highly recommend San Diego Burial at Sea.

We used San Diego Burials at Sea for the scattering of the cremains of our loved one – it was done with empathy, compassion and a great deal of understanding. Tawanna was extremely patient, understanding, flexible and accessible throughout our planning process. The day of the scattering, Captain Steven, Shelby and the Crew were very helpful and kind. For those with an interest to be buried of to bury a loved one at Sea…I would highly recommend San Diego Burial at Sea. Under the circumstances we could not wish for a more joyous celebration.

We recently used the services of San Diego Burial at Sea to scatter my Dad’s ashes – his wish to be back in the ocean he so loved. The staff arranged for the Navy military color guard and buglers for the flag presentation. This was followed by the boat cruise to spread his ashes. Tawanna was our coordinator was there for us that day,  caring and supportive,  helped us to have a memorable experience and to honor and celebrate a life well lived and well loved.  We will be using their services again.

My family and I chartered a boat through San Diego Burials at Sea and we couldn’t be more thrilled with the experience. Over the phone, Pauline was so helpful guiding us through all of our options. Once our date came, we had Jane as our hostess and she was just delightful. Our captain was Joey and he was a joy. At one point I was able to steer the boat for a few minutes, which was a lot of fun for me! Highly, highly recommended!

My father passed away recently, it has been very hard for my family. He would always say to scatter his ashes in the ocean, having worked in San Diego in his youth and knowing his love of the ocean made this service even more memorable. From my first call to Pauline, I knew this was the right choice. She was friendly, empathetic, and answered all of my questions.

My dad’s burial at sea was on Father’s Day, it was so beautiful-being on the boat listening to my dad’s playlist, it was a gorgeous day. Jane and Brandon were wonderful, so kind and caring, they did everything to make this what I wanted for my dad. I would not change a thing. Jane taught us so much about the harbor and its history, we saw sea lions and even a dolphin. It was perfect, thank you so much for a beautiful service!