Frequently asked questions

Once you have researched where you would like your funeral or memorial to take place, you can reach out directly to that Cemetery or Funeral home and one of their counselors or Funeral Directors will be able to document your preferences. If you are unsure of your decision on location, you can connect with one of our location counselors and they will be able to review options and availability. They will also be able to share pricing, memorial options, and any other services they may provide.

A headstone is larger and offers more personalization options while a marker is smaller and flat, used primarily to identify a grave with basic information.

Yes, you can have a religious or cultural ceremony. We offer services that honor any religion or culture, ensuring you or your loved one’s traditions and beliefs are respected.

We offer flexible options for planning and paying for any arrangements in advance. Planning ahead provides peace of mind and ensures your wishes are honored. For more information on pre-planning and payment options, please contact us directly.

Cremation involves placing the body in a special furnace and exposing it to high temperatures until it is reduced to ashes. The remains are then processed to remove any metal and placed in an urn.

No, embalming is not required for all services. However, if you choose a service that includes a public viewing, embalming may be necessary.

Yes, family members can be present to witness the placement of the cremation container into the crematory. Please let us know in advance so we can arrange a suitable time for this.

We use a unique identification system throughout the process to ensure the ashes you receive are those of your loved one. From initial transfer to cremation and final return, we carefully label, track and verify identity of the cremated remains at each step.

We offer flexible options for planning and paying for any arrangements in advance. Planning ahead provides peace of mind and ensures your wishes are honored. For more information on pre-planning and payment options, please contact us directly.

Spring and Fall Cleanup is a seasonal effort to prepare our grounds with care and respect for every life remembered here. Contact your location for specific cleanup dates.

Non-floral decorations that are removed will be kept for one week after the cleanup end date. To retain an important item, please visit the location’s Park Services office to inquire about removed items. 

Yes. Please feel free to join us by tending to your loved one’s resting place. Caring for their marker or monument can be a meaningful way to nurture your bond with them.