We plan many things in life in advance, such as summer vacations, weddings, graduations, and even funerals. It can be uncomfortable to consider how you’ll be memorialized when the time comes, and many families in El Cerrito, Albany, and Kensington may put off making end-of-life decisions during their lifetimes. At Sunset View Cemetery Association, our caring staff members know the benefits of preplanning a funeral, especially for those who choose burial and need to find a final resting place. We cannot overstate the importance of cemetery planning for every individual in our community choosing traditional burial and in some cases cremation. 

Cemetery planning saves your loved ones from stressful, last-minute decision-making. 

Making cemetery arrangements in advance provides peace of mind for both you and your family. When you preplan with us, you can make service decisions at your own pace with the help of our preplanning experts. You’ll remove the burden of planning from your family’s shoulders so that when the time comes, they can focus on grieving the loss and celebrating your life. If you decide to do so, you can share your preplanning details with your family so that they will know what to expect in the future.

Individuals choosing cremation may wish to consider cemetery planning.

Scattering cremated remains and placing them in cremation keepsakes are popular choices for loved ones who decide to be cremated. Some individuals, however, opt to have their cremated remains placed in an urn or cremation container and buried in a cemetery. At Sunset View, we offer burial options in our cemetery for families who choose cremation, providing a permanent place for family members to visit for years to come.

Personalize your gravestone to your specifications.

When you discuss cemetery planning with our preplanning experts, we’ll help you consider possible gravestones and personalization options, which may include different shapes, colors, and lettering. Our staff members will help you select a gravestone that meets your needs and budget and arrange for any special quotes or pieces of Scripture to be included on the headstone. Should you choose our cemetery, we’ll also share with you our cemetery rules regarding the gravestone’s style, size, etc.

Location, location, location

A cemetery provides a permanent memorial place for future generations to visit and pay their respects. Choosing a cemetery is an important decision, and we advise everyone who plans with us to carefully consider cemetery options in our area. Location is key, and you may wish to select a cemetery that is convenient for your loved ones. We invite those preplanning a burial to tour our cemetery grounds.

Please get in touch with our staff to learn more or to schedule a day to see our cemetery in person.