Willow Glen Funeral Home

Willow Glen Funeral Home, located at 1039 Lincoln Avenue in the heart of San Jose’s historic Willow Glen neighborhood, has been a pillar of compassionate care for over seven decades. Founded in 1946 by builder Carl N. Swenson as Chapel of the Psalms, the business was purchased in 1955 by Bob Accinelli and his parents, who renamed it Willow Glen Mortuary. Under the Accinelli family’s dedicated stewardship, the funeral home evolved into a true family-run operation—Bob’s mother and father greeted families at the door, his daughters served as secretaries, and his son Christopher attended embalming school. After Bob’s passing in 1985, his wife continued the legacy until her retirement in 1995, ensuring that the founding commitment to exceptional service never wavered. Today, Willow Glen Funeral Home is proud to be part of the Dignity Memorial network, upholding the heritage of Bob Accinelli while offering modern amenities and a 100% service guarantee.

This intimate funeral home provides a cozy, chapel-centered atmosphere where families from San Jose, Santa Clara, and Palo Alto can gather to honor their loved ones. The facility features a welcoming reception area with two large banquet tables for food service, a well-equipped kitchen, and professional floral and catering services. The funeral home is fully wheelchair accessible with free on-site parking, and services include traditional funerals, cremation, burial, and pre-planning options. Multilingual associates fluent in Portuguese, Japanese, and Spanish are available to help families create tributes that honor their cultural traditions. Willow Glen Funeral Home also offers a prepayment plan with up to 10% savings, and they provide compassionate support for veterans through personalized memorial services.

Beyond immediate funeral services, Willow Glen Funeral Home is deeply committed to community care. They participate in the Dignity Memorial Lift Program, a social support initiative for those who have lost a spouse, offering activities like trips to the Cantor Arts Center, Jelly Belly factory tours, and ice cream socials—all at no cost. With a perfect 5-star rating from 71 reviews and a reputation built on trust, Willow Glen Funeral Home continues to serve as a comforting presence, available 24/7 to guide families through their most difficult moments with dignity and respect.