Cemetery FAQs

Everything you need to know about cemeteries.


Do I need to contact a cemetery if I’ve already contacted a funeral home?

Yes, we encourage you to also contact a cemetery in addition to the funeral home, as they can help you plan for and arrange all the details for your loved one following a funeral service. Any cemetery will be able to provide you help and assistance as you’re planning.


I’m looking into vaults - can they be personalized?

Of course. We have a wide range of personalization choices, including customized nameplates and military insignias, with options available to meet your specific needs. Contact us to find out more about how your loved one’s vault can be personalized to your wishes.


Do I need to purchase a burial vault?

In most areas of the country, state or local laws do not require that you buy a container to surround the casket in the grave. Skyview Memorial Lawn does require that you have such a container so that the ground will not sink, and to ensure the safety of our visitors and staff.


I’ve heard about mausoleum burials - what are the benefits?

People choose mausoleum crypts because they are both clean and dry. They offer a good alternative for those who who prefer to not be interred in the ground.


Are there vaults for cremated remains?

Yes, we offer urn vaults, designed for in-ground burial of cremated remains. We have a wide selection available, so we are sure we can help you find a beautiful option that is a good fit for your taste and preferences.


Can two cremations be performed at once?

No. Not only is it illegal to do so, most modern cremation chambers are not of sufficient size to accommodate more than one adult.


Can the family witness the cremation?

At many crematories, yes. The cremation facility is set up to allow family members to be present when the body is placed into the cremation chamber. In fact, some religious groups include this as part of their funeral custom. As anything, this is a personal choice on whether you want to witness this event.


Are cemeteries running out of space?

Just like other open spaces, cemeteries have been impacted by the sheer number of people on our planet. However, funeral homes and local cemeteries can always help you find the space you need, so don’t ever feel that there is not an option to meet your needs. Skyview Memorial Lawn has sufficient space for generations to come.


I’ve heard of Endowment Care - what is it?

In short, Endowment Care refers to the funds that keep the cemetery grounds beautiful and well-kept, ensuring that your loved one will be taken care of each and every day over the long term. Once the service is over and those in attendance have left the grounds, we want to ensure that peacefulness and beauty are permanent parts of our grounds and Endowment Care makes this possible.

This is an Endowment Care Interment Property. The name and address of each Director and Officer of the Cemetery Authority may be obtained by contacting the Cemetery and Funeral Bureau of the State of California. The address of the Cemetery and Funeral Bureau is available at the office of the Cemetery.


Is there a map of the cemetery available online?

Yes, there is, please go to the Visitors Guide section and feel free to call us with any additional questions.

Do I have to purchase a marker through Skyview?

No you do not! If you would like to purchase a marker through an outside marker company, the size requirements for markers are that they are at least 28W"x16L"x4Thick", and the setting fee is paid for the grounds crew to place the marker. Our Cemetery Price List has all of the pricing for not only our cemetery property, but for the markers and their setting fees as well. 

Skyview also has restrictions on the types of markers that can be placed. Please call one of our directors at (707) 644-7474 to discuss what types of markers can be placed where your loved one is buried.

Who can purchase a marker?

Anyone can purchase a marker. However, they must have written permission from whomever had purchase the cemetery property prior to the marker being ordered.