About Glendora, California
Nestled at the base of the San Gabriel Mountains, in Los Angeles County ,is the City of Glendora, California. It was founded in 1887 and incorporated in 1911. Now known as the “Pride of the Foothills,” the bedroom community boasts 50,000 residents who enjoy its small-town feel. Locals also appreciate the city’s proximity to major commercial, cultural, educational and recreational activities and events.
Early Roots
Like many San Gabriel Valley cities, Glendora began as a small citrus-producing community. This changed in the late 1950s. This is because agriculture gave way to residential development. Residents and visitors appreciate the city for its lush parks, comprehensive community services, low crime rate and excellent school district.
Foothill Funeral & Cremation is located in Glendora, California
Pride of the Foothills/Glendora
Glendorans have much about which to be proud. For example, Glendora High School students scored 30-50 percent higher on state tests than other local communities in reading, writing and math. In addition, a recent survey showed that 80 percent of Glendora High School graduates go on to higher education.
Numerous Opportunities in Glendora:
- Camping and hiking in the picturesque scenery of the Glendora foothills. Grounds include a cabin that features kitchen facilities.
- Corporate headquarters of major U.S. and international firms. These include corporate giants, Rain Bird Sprinkler Manufacturing Company and the National Hot Rod Association.
Entertainment includes: a 12-screen AMC movie theater, Top-Billing Entertainment Performance Academy trains and showcases local talent, local haunt, Rubel Castle tours, Access Dance, the city’s parks and rec department and local churches offer a myriad of opportunities and fine arts’ classes. The Citrus Community College Haugh Performing Arts Center also offers performances all year long.- Foothill Funeral & Cremation Service (FFC) is a relatively new entry to the Glendora landscape. The ultimate provider of healing experiences in the community, FFC has the heritage, vision, and reputation for providing clients with quality, sincerity, and trust.
- Major retail stores offer discount shopping opportunities as locations such as Kohl’s, Bed, Bath & Beyond, BevMo, Home Goods, Ulta, Costco, Sam’s Club, Barnes & Noble, Best Buy, and Office Depot.
- Nestled in the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains, the Glendora Country Club offers rolling fairways and lush greens skirted by sand bunkers and water hazards.
Restaurants that specialize in virtually every available food category offer everything from fast food to fine dining. Thanks to Food Network, The Donut Man (which is located on Route 66) is a national treasure.- Sports clubs offer child, youth and adult opportunities include everything from tennis to soccer to football to chess.
- The “Village,” offers specialty shops with personalized service and unique items.
Centrally located at 402 West Baseline in Glendora, Foothill Funeral & Cremation proudly serves the San Gabriel Valley, San Fernando Valley, Los Angeles Basin, Orange County and the Inland Empire. With years of experience in the industry, we have worked hard to build a reputation of quality, sincerity and trust. We would be honored to help you at your time of need or in the future. Call today (626) 335-0615 or drop by our showroom.
