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Alhiser-Comer Mortuary

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Alhiser-Comer Mortuary

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Alhiser-Comer Mortuary is proud to be Escondido's oldest continually operated business. Originally opening in 1897. Frank G. Mr.

Alhiser-Comer Mortuary is a part of Escondido History as the city’s oldest continually operating business. With undertaking advertisements dating back to 1893, our early forefathers began a legacy of funeral service tradition and excellence and a spirit that continues on today. In the 1890’s, J.H. Sampson opened an undertaking parlor and livery in Escondido on Grand Avenue. He used a casson (or horse-drawn funeral carriage) to transport the deceased. The dignified trip to the cemetery was complete with top-hatted driver and a team of jet-black horses. Thompson bought Sampson out shortly after the turn of the century. And built a new parlor with rooms dedicated to undertaking on South Lime Street (now Broadway) and Iowa Street (now 3rd Ave). He operated the business under the name F.G. Thompson Funeral Director. Thompson and his family successfully ran the business until it was sold to Halleck ‘HAL’ F. Johnson from Riverside, who operated under the name Hal F. Johnson Funeral Director in the latter half of the 1920’s and under the name The Johnson Funeral Chapel in the 1930’s. Mr. & Mrs. Edward J. Seale of Fullerton took over operations for a brief three-month period from March 1936 thru July 1936. They ran a few advertisements in the local paper under the name Johnson-Seale Mortuary. This is all we know about their abrupt entrance and departure. In July of 1936, a former Escondido resident returned to buy the parlor from the Seale family. Thus entered the now legendary name of C.B. Alhiser into the history of the mortuary. Clovis B. Alhiser and his wife operated under the name Alhiser Mortuary for twelve years until 1948, but the Alhiser name became a piece of Escondido History, still gracing our building today. In September 1948, Ralph L. Wilson of Long Beach purchased the mortuary and changed the name to Alhiser-Wilson Mortuary. The Wilson Family doubled the floorspace, created new parking by moving the home that was located on the corner of Broadway and Third to its current place in back of the mortuary. Sharon Disney (formerly Sharon Wilson) took charge of the business for many years and was very well known in the community. Sharon continued the tradition of family run funeral service and brought the mortuary to its full potential. In 1989, Bill Comer family purchased the mortuary. When Bill Comer retired, he sold the business to his son, Stuart Comer, who resides in Escondido. As a local resident, Mr. Comer is sensitive to the community and has a vested interest in its energy and vitality. Comer has extensively refurbished and updated the building. In 2000, the name was changed to Alhiser-Comer Mortuary, after 11 years of ownership by the Comer family. Stuart has maintained our forefather’s legacy of innovation, style, and commitment to serving our families with dignity and compassion. Stuart Comer opened Lakepointe Cremtatorium in Lake Elsinore, where licensed Alhiser-Comer Mortuary personnel perform all our cremations. The state of the art facility is clean and operated above and beyond the legal requirements of state regulations. All families are welcome to inspect our facilities or witness the cremation of their loved one in our special family area, complete with the comforts of home. This is in keeping with our tradition of handling each and every aspect of premiere service here by our staff.

11/12/2025

In Loving Memory of Oscar García
Born July 6, 1986 – Passed September 28, 2025
Born in Cuernavaca, Morelos, México, Oscar was known as “Pepino” by his closest friends and “Tibs” by his wife’s family. He was a loving and devoted husband to his wife, Dalia Lucas García, a caring brother to Jeff...

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11/06/2025

Teri passed away peacefully in Escondido, California on October 29, 2025. She was born in Riverside, California to Thomas and Nona Avila and was a proud member of the Pala Band of Mission Indians.

Teri was the life of the party and always ready for an adventure. She had a fearless spirit,...

11/04/2025

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11/03/2025

Dolores Herrera was born on March 22, 1929 in Placentia, CA. Dolores is survived by her daughter Rosana Delgado and son John Solorio. As well as her son-in-law Fred Delgado, and grandchildren Jenae, Brinae and Andrew Delgado. In addition, by her brothers Thomas and Rudy Herrera, and sister Josie Hue...

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10/31/2025

Jill was born Feb 7th,1965 to Richard and Audrey Sterner who had met in musical theater. Richard had been a tenor in the Detroit Metropolitan opera.

Jill performed in a lot of her father‘s plays as a young child and teenager playing many leading roles. She played Maria in Westside Story, amo...

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10/08/2025

We are thrilled to share that our owner, Megan Comer, a 3rd generation funeral director was featured in the national publication, American Funeral Director Magazine. Read her story below about Leading with Heart... 👏

This month's AFD Profile features Megan Comer of Alhiser-Comer Mortuary. From unexpected turns to remarkable triumphs—including being named Selected Independent Funeral Homes' 2025 NextGen Professional of the Year—Megan's journey is a testament to resilience, connection, and service rooted in compassion.
Read her inspiring story in "Leading with Heart" - Link in the comments.

09/02/2025

Herbert Stephen Scherer, affectionately known as Steve to his friends and loved ones, embarked on his final journey on August 26, 2025, in the sunny embrace of San Diego, California, after a valiant battle with interstitial lung disease. Born on November 8, 1951, in the heart of Scranton,...

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08/25/2025

In Loving Memory of Matthew "Matt" Jimenez

Matthew Jimenez, beloved son, brother, and friend, passed away on Tuesday, August 19th, 2025, at the age of 19. He was born on July 13th, 2006, in San Francisco, CA, to his devoted parents, Angel and Blanca Jimenez. Matt was the youngest of five sons,...