Funeral home in El Cerrito, CA
Sunset View Cemetery Association
101 Colusa Avenue, El Cerrito, CA 94530
About Sunset View Cemetery Association
- Panoramic views of the San Francisco Bay, Golden Gate Bridge, and downtown San Francisco skyline from its elevated location.
- Historic cemetery established in 1908 with a funeral home founded in 1962, offering over a century of service to the Bay Area.
- Newly renovated facility with modern amenities, including state-of-the-art A/V equipment and versatile reception spaces for up to 80 guests.
- Commitment to serving families of all faith traditions and diverse cultural backgrounds, with a non-denominational chapel.
- On-site cemetery and mortuary, providing a single location for all arrangements.
History
- 1908Founded as a small country cemetery in the Berkeley Hills.
- 1918George P. Baxter became part of the organization.
- 1919Walter Baxter, Sr. joined his father in the business.
- 1950Walter Baxter, Jr. joined his family here.
- 1960sConstruction on the funeral home began.
- 1962Funeral home founded on the grounds of our historic cemetery.
- 1973Michael J. Klinger began his career at Sunset View.
- 1991Walter Baxter, Jr. served as President until his retirement.
Staff
- Scott PenningtonPresident
- Celine C. TorranoVice President
- Ivylyn TupasSecretary-Treasurer
- Melinda QuesenberryAssistant Secretary-Treasurer
- Taryn L. CyrFuneral Director/Embalmer
- Bruce R. FoxFuneral Director/Embalmer
- Darren Carter
- Ken Nation
- Charles D. RobertsFuneral Director/Embalmer
- Leila DensmoreRecords Clerk
- Stephanie MewhaAdministrative Assistant
- Teresa PossAdministrative Assistant
Prices
Direct cremation at Sunset View Cemetery Association is $1,243 above the California median of $1,578 (780 California homes with a price).
Basic burial at Sunset View Cemetery Association is $685 below the California median of $3,585 (86 California homes with a price).
Services
- Cremation
- Burial
Not listed: Direct cremation, Traditional funeral, Graveside service, Memorial service, Green burial, Pre-planning, Veterans services, Grief support and Shipping and out-of-town transfers. Ask if you need one.
Also offered
- Funerals
- Reception services
Facilities
- Cemetery
- Reception hall
- Newly renovated facility
- Faith traditions
- All Faith Traditions and Catholic
- Languages
- Chinese (Simplified) and Spanish
Hours
Nearby funeral homes
- A Shepherd's Care Funeral And Cremation Services
- Fuller FuneralsDirect cremation $1,655
- Stewart's Rose Manor EstateDirect cremation $2,620
- Civic Center ChapelDirect cremation $2,315
- Wilson & Kratzer Mortuaries Civic Center ChapelDirect cremation $2,315
- Harris Funeral Home Legacy CenterDirect cremation $1,300
- Wilson & Kratzer Mortuaries Chapel of the Mission BellsDirect cremation $2,315
- St. Joseph Cemetery & Funeral CenterDirect cremation $3,115
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Common questions
How much is direct cremation at Sunset View Cemetery Association?
Sunset View Cemetery Association lists direct cremation at $2,820, $1,243 above the California median of $1,578 across 780 California homes.
Does Sunset View Cemetery Association offer cremation?
Yes. Cremation is on Sunset View Cemetery Association's service list.
What are Sunset View Cemetery Association's hours?
Sunset View Cemetery Association lists these hours: Daily: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM (Cemetery); Daily: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM (Funeral Home and Administrative Offices); Major Holidays: Closed (Funeral Home and Administrative Offices).
What funeral homes are near Sunset View Cemetery Association?
A Shepherd's Care Funeral And Cremation Services, Fuller Funerals (direct cremation $1,655) and Stewart's Rose Manor Estate (direct cremation $2,620).