A graveside funeral in Lakewood, WA offers a simple, dignified way to gather at the cemetery and honor your loved one. Serving families throughout Lakewood, Tacoma and Pierce County, our team guides you every step of the way, with the funeral service and burial coordinated together in one place.
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Many families aren’t sure what a graveside service involves, and that’s completely understandable. If you’re considering a graveside funeral in Lakewood, WA, knowing what to expect can make the decision feel a little easier. A graveside service is a gathering held at the burial site, often shorter and more personal than a traditional funeral. It can stand on its own or follow another funeral service, or you can explore all funeral services to learn about additional options.
Families of every faith, culture and tradition are welcome, and we are honored to serve the Lakewood, Tacoma and greater Pierce County communities. If you have cultural or religious preferences, we will gladly incorporate them into the service. Learn more about cultural and religious funerals. Below, we’ll walk you through each step so you know exactly what to expect.
Every graveside service in Tacoma and the surrounding Pierce County communities follows the same thoughtful process, shaped around your family’s wishes and traditions. From the first conversation through the day of the service, our Lakewood team guides you every step of the way and handles the details, so you can focus on being together.
We meet with you to choose a resting place, plan the service and discuss any personal touches you would like to include. Our team files the death certificate and obtains the required burial permit through Washington State, so you don’t have to manage the paperwork alone.
We bring your loved one into our care 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Because our funeral home and memorial park are together in one location, your loved one remains in the care of one trusted team close to home.
We prepare the gravesite and help you with choosing a casket and any required burial vaults. We also coordinate clergy, personal readings, music, a celebrant or any special traditions you wish to include.
Family and friends gather at the graveside for prayers, readings, music and words of remembrance in whatever order feels right for your family. For veterans, military honors are often presented at the graveside. The service is personal, meaningful and never rushed.
After the service, your family may choose a headstone or marker whenever you are ready. Our grounds team continues to care for the memorial park, providing a peaceful place for family and friends to visit for years to come.
If your loved one served our country, the graveside is where military honors are presented with dignity and respect. We coordinate the honor guard, the folding of the flag, the playing of Taps and available veteran benefits. Learn more about military funeral honors.
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If a death has occurred or is near, you do not have to wait for business hours. Our team is here 24 hours a day to guide you through the next steps with compassion and care. For immediate guidance, see has a death occurred?
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A graveside service can be the entire service or one meaningful part of a larger farewell. Whatever feels right for your family, your traditions and your budget, our team will help you create a service that honors your loved one with care and compassion.
A graveside funeral in Lakewood, WA is a gathering held at the cemetery where your loved one will be laid to rest. It can include prayers, readings, music and words of remembrance. A graveside service may stand on its own or follow a funeral held elsewhere.
Whether you are arranging a graveside service today or thinking about the future, our Lakewood and Tacoma team is here to guide you with compassion and care. If you’re exploring your options before they’re needed, you’ll find more information on our plan ahead page.
We’re here for you during this difficult time.
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