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The History of Obituaries

At Sunset View Cemetery and Mortuary, our experienced staff members help families throughout El Cerrito, El Sobrante, and Contra Costa County honor their loved ones with meaningful funeral services. We also support families in writing obituaries that capture their loved one’s unique life story. If you’ve ever had to write…

Personal Touches That Make Your Funeral Unforgettable

At Sunset View Cemetery and Mortuary, we realize that each of our neighbors in El Cerrito, Kensington, and Piedmont wants their loved one’s funeral to be an unforgettable experience. Adding personal touches to a funeral ensures your loved one’s celebration is both memorable and meaningful. Highlight the five senses. If a loved…

How to Keep Traditions Alive After the Death of a Loved One

We create many traditions and rituals with the ones we love most. When a loved one dies, it can be hard to know which traditions to continue to observe. At Sunset View Cemetery and Mortuary, our caring staff members help families in El Cerrito, Pinole, and Alameda County celebrate their…

The Top 3 Questions to Ask a Cremation Provider

While cremation is becoming an increasingly popular choice for families in El Cerrito, Pinole, and El Sobrante, it’s important to remember this: Not all cremation providers are equal. Scandals in the media have caused many to be leery of cremation, and rightfully so. On top of that, the choice to…

Over a Century of Celebrating Life

At Sunset View Cemetery, we are dedicated to helping families in El Cerrito, Richmond, Pinole, and the surrounding area plan meaningful memorials for their loved ones. Whether you choose traditional burial or cremation for your loved one, our experienced staff members will help you arrange an unforgettable service that meets…

How Grief Rituals Help on Valentine’s Day

Since the Middle Ages, Valentine’s Day has been defined as a day specifically for love and affection. At Sunset View Cemetery and Mortuary, we hear from families in El Cerrito, Oakland, and Berkeley who say it’s a tough holiday to face when you’ve recently lost someone special. For some, this…

5 Ways to Keep Your Brain Fit

Our caring staff members at Sunset View Cemetery Association know the importance of keeping our brains sharp as we get older. We encourage our neighbors in El Cerrito, Oakland, and Piedmont to prioritize their mental health no matter their age. There are some simple things you can do every week…

4 Reasons Why Now is The Best Time to Preplan

With fluctuating prices and unsettling events happening around the world at every turn, much of the future is uncertain. Preplanning your funeral is a way to take control of your future even amidst all of life’s unpredictability. Here at Sunset View Cemetery, we encourage our neighbors throughout El Cerrito, Oakland,…

Dealing with Loss During the Holidays

They say this is the most wonderful time of the year, but if you’ve lost someone you loved, you might find that the whole season takes on new meaning and perhaps a new kind of pain. As families gather together, there can be an increased focus on making memories and…

Tips for Writing a Eulogy: A Guide for Loved Ones

A eulogy is a beautiful way to memorialize a loved one. It’s an opportunity to celebrate a person’s unique life story and share it with family and friends. This brief speech is usually delivered by someone near and dear to the deceased, such as a spouse, close friend, or family…