Business Details
43 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Professional Funeral Services in Riverside
Tillman Riverside Mortuary has served Riverside, CA families with excellence and distinction since 1983. Founded by Albert Leon Tillman, we remain a family-owned business committed to providing dignified, personalized funeral services with over 65 years of combined experience. Our team of licensed funeral directors and cremation specialists offers traditional funerals, cremation services, veterans' honors, and pre-arrangement planning. We pride ourselves on compassionate care, attention to detail, and maintaining the oldest Black-owned mortuary in Riverside County. Our state-of-the-art facilities include a chapel accommodating up to 100 guests, modern cremation options, and comprehensive grief support resources.We guarantee transparent pricing, no hidden fees, and 24/7 availability for emergency services. Our expertise extends to handling complex cases including large body sizes and international repatriation. We maintain active memberships in professional funeral service associations and hold all required state licenses. Our commitment to community service includes annual memorial events and partnerships with local churches and veteran organizations.
Services
Traditional Funerals
Cremation Services
Veterans' Honors
Pre-Arrangement Planning
Grief Counseling
Cemetery Plot Sales
Death Certificate Processing
Obituary Writing
Memorial Services
Urn Selection
Details
- Year established: 1983
Highlights and features
- Family-owned since 1983 with three generations of funeral service experience
- Specialize in handling complex cases including large body sizes
- Offer 24/7 emergency services with immediate response capability
- Maintain chapel facilities among the finest in the nation
- Provide free grief support resources for one full year after service
Associations and certifications
- California Department of Consumer Affairs
- National Funeral Directors Association
- California Funeral Directors Association
What people say
Beautiful memorial
Compassionate staff
Perfect arrangements
Excellent veteran services
Professional handling
Services
Traditional Funerals
We offer comprehensive traditional funeral services including body preparation, chapel use, funeral coach transportation, and family support. Our experienced directors guide families through every step while maintaining cultural and religious traditions. Services include visitation, ceremony coordination, and cemetery arrangements.
Cremation Services
Our cremation services include direct cremation, memorial ceremonies with urn presence, and scattering assistance. We provide biodegradable urns, traditional urns, and specialized containers for permanent memorialization in our columbarium or private locations.
Veterans' Honors
We specialize in military funeral honors including flag presentation, headstone procurement, and VA benefit coordination. Our staff assists with DD Form 214 processing and ensures full military honors for qualifying veterans.
Pre-Arrangement Planning
Our pre-arrangement services allow individuals to document final wishes and lock in current pricing. We offer in-home consultations and customized plans covering all service options with flexible payment arrangements.
Grief Counseling
We provide one-year grief support programs including daily email resources, counseling referrals, and memorial anniversary remembrance. Our services help families navigate the grieving process through all stages of loss.
People
A. Leon Tillman
CEO, Licensed Funeral Director
Founder with 50+ years experience in mortuary science. Served as California Funeral Directors Association president. Holds embalmer and funeral director licenses since 1972. Active community leader in Riverside.
La Tanya C. Tillman
President, Licensed Funeral Director
Licensed since 2007 with BS in Mortuary Science. Manages daily operations and pre-arrangement programs. Active in Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority and local NAACP chapter. Coordinates community outreach initiatives.
Ashlynne C. McNeil Tillman
Vice President, Death Registrar
Third-generation funeral director with MS in Sports Health Science. Specializes in embalming and arrangement counseling. Oversees electronic death certificate processing and office management operations.
Questions
What funeral service options are available?
We offer traditional funerals, cremation services, immediate burials, and customized memorial ceremonies. Options include chapel services, graveside ceremonies, and hybrid arrangements combining multiple elements.
How does pre-arrangement planning work?
Our pre-arrangement process documents your preferences and locks in current pricing. We offer in-home consultations to discuss options, complete necessary paperwork, and ensure your wishes are clearly recorded.
What veteran benefits can you help with?
We coordinate VA death benefits including headstones, burial flags, and pension applications. Our staff assists with DD Form 214 processing and ensures proper military honors during services.
Do you handle out-of-state arrangements?
Yes, we manage interstate and international repatriation with specialized transportation services. Our team coordinates all necessary documentation and logistics for transferring remains across state or national borders.
What grief support resources exist?
We provide daily grief support emails for one year, counseling referrals, and memorial anniversary remembrance services. Our website offers online grief resources and support group information.
Can I customize funeral services?
Absolutely. We offer personalized tributes including customized caskets, memorial videos, and unique service elements. Our directors work closely with families to incorporate special traditions and personal touches.
