Bay Area Mortuary Services

05/10/2021

With the implementation of FEMA’s COVID-19 Funeral Assistance application process, Bay Area Mortuary is offering assistance with the application process to the families we served who experienced a COVID-19 related death.

Any family who paid funeral expenses for a loved one whose cause of death was determined to be “COVID related” could be eligible to apply for a reimbursement. Our funeral counselors are available to the families we served to answer questions about the process, who is eligible, what expenses are eligible for reimbursement, provide resources and links to additional information, and to offer support throughout the process.

We’d also like our families to know that if they were unable to have a full service because of COVID restrictions at the time of their loved one’s death, they can plan that service now and still request reimbursement. For more information, contact us at 408-998-2202.

08/27/2020

It was an honor to serve and take care of the Polanco family. 🇺🇸

Tributes like this, with an honor guard and police escorts, bagpipes and a 21-gun salute, are usually reserved for law enforcement officers who die in the line of duty. Sgt. Polanco was killed by C…

05/08/2020

Wow, what an unexpected surprise! Kaiser Permanente San Jose recognizes that we too are at high risk and play a crucial role during this crisis, so they sent us six boxes of absolutely DELICIOUS cupcakes! This crisis isn't just about saving lives...its also about respectfully taking care of those who succumb to the disease and creating a safe place for families to grieve. As Last Responders, the work that we do is oftentimes overlooked so this is so very much appreciated!

04/25/2020

Thank you Mark Cuban for the kind words! Running at 110% while social distancing and trying to make meaningful memories can take a toll, but we are honored for the opportunity to help our community during this difficult time.

03/12/2020

At Bay Area Mortuary, the safety of our customers and employees is our uncompromising priority, therefore, we are closely monitoring the coronavirus (COVID-19). We are engaging daily with medical professionals, the Santa Clara County Public Health Department, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), the World Health Organization (WHO) and other agencies as the situation evolves.

Bay Area Mortuary is open during normal business hours and taking proactive steps to promote wellness. In addition to increased sanitation efforts, we are encouraging telephone and video conference funeral arrangements, social distancing, and live webcasting of funerals, in an attempt to stop the spread of the disease.

We recommend the CDC’s website as a resource for ways that customers can best protect themselves from becoming ill.
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html

01/05/2020

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11/30/2018

It is with a heavy heart we announce the passing of our longtime, former coworker, Vincent "Vinnie" Carota. Vinnie was among the many souls that perished in the Camp Fire in Paradise, CA.

Vincent Mario Carota - March 14, 1953 to November 8, 2018

Vincent Mario Carota was born on March 14, 1953 at Old San Jose Hospital in San Jose, Ca. He and his twin brother Gregory were welcomed by their parents Mario and Estelle Carota and many siblings. He was very caring and giving and loved his family and friends. Vincent passed away on November 8, 2018 and was proceeded in death by his parents Mario and Estelle and his brothers; Charles, John, Joseph, Michael and Peter. Vincent is survived by his sisters; Louise, Marie, Martha, Mary and brothers; Benedict, David, Emmanuel, James, Lawrence, Mario, Mark, Paul and twin brother Greg, as well as and three grandchildren, nieces, nephews and many dear friends.

A Mass of the Resurrection will be held on Friday, December 7th, 2018 at 1:00 p.m. at Sacred Heart Church in Hollister, CA. Reception to follow at the Hollister Veteran's Memorial Hall.

06/01/2018

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08/04/2017

"Day is done, gone the sun, from the lake, from the hill, from the sky. All is well. God is nigh." -- Taps

03/04/2017

"If more people lived their lives trying to be famous in death, the world would be a much better place."

Lux Narayan starts his day with scrambled eggs and the question: "Who died today?" Why? By analyzing 2,000 New York Times obituaries over a 20-month period, Narayan gleaned, in just a few words, what achievement looks like over a lifetime. Here he shares what those immortalized in print can teach us...

01/26/2017

Mary Tyler Moore, the woman who "turned the world on with her smile", passed away today at the age of 80. Thank you, Mary, for always taking "a nothing day and suddenly making it all seem worthwhile". You will be missed. Tonight we will toss our hats in the air for you because "you made it after all".

From the Mary Tyler Moore Show: "Chuckles Bites The Dust" Background: Chuckles the Clown is dead. He had dressed as the character Peter Peanut, and a rogue e...