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"Crestwood can serve all of your family's funeral, cremation, and burial needs at one location. Our staff will help you through this difficult time with the honor and dignity your loved one deserves." — General Manager Robert Shoemaker

Of the many arrangements made after losing a loved one, the first is the selection of a funeral home. Our staff can help create a beautiful tribute and provide guidance and suggestions on the many decisions made when planning a funeral, cremation, memorial, celebration of life, and/or burial service.

We take pride in meeting the specific, and sometimes unique, needs of each and every family. Please use our website to learn about the funeral, cremation and permanent memorialization services we offer, as well as our pre-planning and grief support resources.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us at anytime. We are here to help you!

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Michelle is amazing working with families. She put everyone at ease and has a compassionate personality. She is very knowledgeable, professional and kind. Its more than a job to Michelle, she really cares.

Jack B

February '21

I never felt rushed, prodded, or like it was business as usual. All the logistical items were clear, and Racheal took the time to explain everything in detail. Racheal definitely took our feelings and emotions seriously and that was very much appreciated. Best Funeral Services showed great respect and care throughout.

Rebecca W

February '21

The staff here is amazing. Michelle was so caring and sympathetic to our needs. Thank you for making this difficult time so much easier on the family.

Tracie J

February '21

Kristy Peek has helped several family members make sure they were pleased with the burial of their loved ones. She is great with families and offers them emotional support during one of the most difficult times of their lives.

Gary C

February '21

We met with Michelle Fennell several times. She was caring and made us feel very comfortable throughout both our pre-need arrangements and during the recent passing of my father-in-law. She also contacted us after the interment, showing concern.

Randall R

February '21

The staff at Crestwood exceeded my expectations. I was apprehensive about making burial arrangements during the pandemic but moments after walking in the door my fears were calmed. I was highly impressed with the precautions they are taking to avoid transmitting the virus. I felt very comfortable with the surroundings. Racheal was kind and compassionate during this difficult time. I wasn't expecting to leave with this degree of peace of mind.

Janice H

February '21

A special thank you to Kristy Peek. She assisted our family at a very difficult time. She was very professional and answered all of our questions with care. This was the first time that I had to deal with the death of a close family member and she made the process easier to handle.

Heather S

February '21

Crestwood provides the best service during the toughest of times. They try to help you in any way that they can.

A Wachtler

November '20

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Ruby Gladden
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Ruby Pearl
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1925 - 2017
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Obituary for Ruby Pearl Gladden (Pettit)

Ruby P. (Pettit) Gladden, 91, was called to her heavenly home on May 18, 2017. Funeral services will be at Crestwood Funeral Home on Saturday, May 20, 2017. The family will receive friends at Crestwood Chapel, beginning one hour prior to the graveside service, which will be at 1:00 PM.
Mrs. Gladden was born in Hartselle, AL, and lived in Gadsden for most of her life. She was a graduate of Etowah High School. She was preceeded in death by her loving, devoted husband of 58 years, Albert M. Gladden, her parents, B.B. and Opal Pettit, her infant brother, Harold, her sister, Ruth McDaniel, and her son-in-law Ralph Winningham.
Mrs. Gladden was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, who devoted her life to her family. She was a faithful member of Fairview Road Church of Christ for many years.
She is survived by her son, Gary Gladden, daughter-in-law, Susan Gladden, Daughter, Gina Winningham, all of Gadsden, and grandson John Gladden, granddaughter-in-law, Janna Gladden, great-grandchildren, Grayson, Hudson, and Kennedy Gladden of Albertville, chosen grandsons Steve and Missy Winningham, Byron, GA, Phil and Susanne Winningham, Prattville, AL, and chosen great-grandsons, Kyle, Caleb, and Matthew Winningham. She is also survived by her brother-in-law, Gene McDaniel, and sister-in-law, Arlene Gladden of Gadsden and many nephews, nieces and cousins.
Pallbearers will be her grandson, John Gladden, and nephews, Danny Rubrigi, Randy Rubrigi, Marc Duncan, David Gladden, Leon Gladden, and Kerry Gladden.
The family wants to express their appreciation to the staff at Northside Health Care for the kindness and care given to their mother throughout her illness, and we also express our heartfelt gratitude to Janice Dearman, and Carol Palmer for the loving, and devoted care of their mother.
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Quality Funeral, Cremation And Burial Services For Gadsden Area Families Since 1940!

"Crestwood can serve all of your family's funeral, cremation, and burial needs at one location. Our staff will help you through this difficult time with the honor and dignity your loved one deserves." — General Manager Robert Shoemaker

Of the many arrangements made after losing a loved one, the first is the selection of a funeral home. Our staff can help create a beautiful tribute and provide guidance and suggestions on the many decisions made when planning a funeral, cremation, memorial, celebration of life, and/or burial service.

We take pride in meeting the specific, and sometimes unique, needs of each and every family. Please use our website to learn about the funeral, cremation and permanent memorialization services we offer, as well as our pre-planning and grief support resources.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us at anytime. We are here to help you!

Plan Ahead

Advanced planning is a thoughtful and considerate act that your loved ones will truly appreciate when the time comes.
Learn More

Customized Tributes

Customizing the service for your loved one allows you to truly honor their memory with unique and personalized details.
Learn More

Testimonials 

Michelle is amazing working with families. She put everyone at ease and has a compassionate personality. She is very knowledgeable, professional and kind. Its more than a job to Michelle, she really cares.

Jack B

February '21

I never felt rushed, prodded, or like it was business as usual. All the logistical items were clear, and Racheal took the time to explain everything in detail. Racheal definitely took our feelings and emotions seriously and that was very much appreciated. Best Funeral Services showed great respect and care throughout.

Rebecca W

February '21

The staff here is amazing. Michelle was so caring and sympathetic to our needs. Thank you for making this difficult time so much easier on the family.

Tracie J

February '21

Kristy Peek has helped several family members make sure they were pleased with the burial of their loved ones. She is great with families and offers them emotional support during one of the most difficult times of their lives.

Gary C

February '21

We met with Michelle Fennell several times. She was caring and made us feel very comfortable throughout both our pre-need arrangements and during the recent passing of my father-in-law. She also contacted us after the interment, showing concern.

Randall R

February '21

The staff at Crestwood exceeded my expectations. I was apprehensive about making burial arrangements during the pandemic but moments after walking in the door my fears were calmed. I was highly impressed with the precautions they are taking to avoid transmitting the virus. I felt very comfortable with the surroundings. Racheal was kind and compassionate during this difficult time. I wasn't expecting to leave with this degree of peace of mind.

Janice H

February '21

A special thank you to Kristy Peek. She assisted our family at a very difficult time. She was very professional and answered all of our questions with care. This was the first time that I had to deal with the death of a close family member and she made the process easier to handle.

Heather S

February '21

Crestwood provides the best service during the toughest of times. They try to help you in any way that they can.

A Wachtler

November '20