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Trident Society has 8 locations, listed below.

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    Business ProfileforTrident Society

    Cremation
    HeadquartersMulti Location Business
    BBB accredited business
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    At-a-glance

    Customer Reviews

    1/5stars

    Average of 4 Customer Reviews

    Customer Complaints

    17 complaints closed in last 3 years

    5 complaints closed in last 12 months

    BBB Rating & Accreditation

    Accredited Since: 4/19/2016

    Years in Business: 51

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    Overview

    Trident Society is a California cremation society, providing respected, dignified, direct cremation services from five California locations, and through partners nationwide. Trident Society has served tens of thousands of families with affordable cremation in California.

    Products & Services

    This company offers cremation services.

    Business Details

    This is a multi-location business.

    Find a Location

    Trident Society has 8 locations, listed below.

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      Headquarters
      100 NW 70th Ave STE 200, Plantation, FL 33317-2901
      BBB File Opened:
      4/21/2016
      Years in Business:
      51
      Business Started:
      1/1/1973
      Accredited Since:
      4/19/2016
      Alternate Business Name
      • SCI Direct, Inc.
      Business Management
      • Mr. Timothy Nicholson, President
      • Mr. Andres Martinez, Customer Engagement Manager
      • Ms. Dolores Ramos, SVP of Operations
      • Mr. Cortney Mills, Vice President of Marketing
      • Ms. Veronica Perlaza, Director of Operations
      Contact Information

      Principal

      • Mr. Timothy Nicholson, President

      Customer Contact

      • Mr. Andres Martinez, Customer Engagement Manager
      • Ms. Dolores Ramos, SVP of Operations
      • Mr. Cortney Mills, Vice President of Marketing
      • Ms. Veronica Perlaza, Director of Operations
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      Customer Complaints

      17 Customer Complaints

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      Most Recent Customer Complaint

      01/23/2024

      Complaint Type:
      Order Issues
      Status:
      Answered
      First off, The $3075. has not been paid because they wanted it all at once when my Mother passed, after telling me I could make payments.Date of contract: 11/09/2023 Mom passed 12/27/2023 Dear Trident Society,I am writing to express my profound disappointment and distress regarding the recent interaction with one of your representatives, *************************. I believe it is essential for you to be aware of the negative experience I had with her and how it has impacted my perception of your company.During the appointment at my home, **************** displayed a level of pushiness and lack of transparency that left me disheartened. While I sought your services to alleviate the burden associated with the passing of a loved one, her approach was unprofessional and, in my opinion, unethical.**************** hurriedly presented an end-of-year special, insisting on a $2000.00 payment that day without adequately informing me of the available options, which in turn turned out to be $3000. Because of the added burial at sea that I told her I wasnt sure of. I was not allowed to review the program or consider alternatives before being pressured into providing a post-dated check. Subsequently, I discovered discrepancies in the terms and conditions, particularly regarding the cancellation of packaged items. Moreover, I noticed that the signature on the contract isnt even my signature signing for my Mother.Also, **************** failed to provide me with information on the variety of cremation options available, leaving me feeling uninformed and pressured into a one-size-fits-all package. Her misrepresentation of prices, assurance that certain services were included (with the option to decide later), and the promise of a $50 **** card that never materialized only added to my dissatisfaction.To complicate matters, after my mother's passing, I was then informed that I had to pay the entire contract amount upfront, contrary to the assurances given by **************** about making payments. Attempts to secure financing through *********** proved unsuccessful, leaving me in a difficult financial situation. Basically, She knew by me having to post date a check that we didnt have money. She knew by my mom being in hospice that she would die very soon. So she had to know I would never be able to come up with the total amount in such a short time, yet pushed your services anyway with promises I could make payments.This ordeal has been a nightmare, and it is disheartening to have gone through the services and celebration of life for my mother without her ashes. As a customer who entrusted your company during a vulnerable time, I find it unacceptable that such misrepresentation and pressure tactics were employed.As of this date, there has been no resolution. You have my mother and I cant come up with all the money at once. I feel that you should release my mom's ashes to me and honor making payments to you. And you should address your reps so that this doesnt happen to anyone else.I implore you to address this matter promptly and transparently. The experience with **************** has left me dissatisfied with your services, and I believe your company must rectify this situation and uphold the trust of your customers.Sincerely,*************************** As of this date they haven't even called me back.
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      Most Recent Customer Review

      Suzi T

      1 star

      04/08/2024

      TERRIBLE SERVICE! My father passed away over 3 weeks ago and we are still waiting for Trident Society coordinator to let us know when he can be cremated and when we can have his service at Riverside National Cemetery since he was a Vietnam Vet. From the start, the Coordinator did not explain to us the process/steps. I asked the Coordinator for the process/steps but he said he couldn't tell me anything until there was a Death Certificate. The Death Certificate was completed over 2 weeks ago. Every time I call the Coordinator, I am told that he is busy or meeting with a family. He doesn't return my calls until days later. When I do speak with the Coordinator, he is rude and not able to tell me what the next steps are. When I ask him questions, he is not able to provide me with answers and always says, " I need to check and will get back to you" but never provides me with answer my questions. The Coordinator told me that my father chose "the basic plan" where he was going to be cremated with no clothing and no viewing. I asked if I can have a copy of my Father's contract to see what is cover, the Coordinator said he will fax it to me but I still haven't received the contract. I am told that I will need to pay an additional $200 if I wanted my Father to be cremated in a suit. My family do not live in the same state as my father and asked if I can say out good byes before the cremation. The coordinator said that we can pay $350 and we can have 10 mins to say our good byes before the cremation. I asked if a Catholic priest can bless the body and the Coordinator told us that will be an additional $350. My family can't make any flight arraignments because we don't know when or what the next steps are. I have asked the office if there was anyone else that can help and I am told that he is the "Director" and is the only person that can help me. It's bad enough to lose a love one, but to not have the guidance or help from the funeral coordinator is unacceptable!

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