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Nodds Review Nestled in the foothills of the Sylvan West Slope area, Finley-Sunset Hills Memorial Park & Mortuary occupies 85 beautifully landscaped acres just off Hwy 26. Easily seen from the freeway, it's deceptively difficult to get to so here are a couple of tips to help you not to get lost like I did my first time: Tip 1) take Canyon Rd from downtown Beaverton and turn left on Camelot Ct just before the 26 on-ramp, Tip 2) if your coming from Hillsboro and do come up Hwy 26, take the Skyline off-ramp but follow the signs that'll have you double back on the 26. Veer left and get on Canyon then take the first right on Camelot Ct. Tip 2 is confusing so if at all possible, use Tip 1. So now you arrive and I can assure you it's worth the trip. Green grass and trees everywhere and a beautiful fountain just outside the main building. Inside you'll find a full line of products and services including chapel, viewing and reception facilities. "We are open to people of all faiths," Family Service Counselor, Michael Backes told me, "our goal is to take care of the details so our customers can focus on family and friends."
What you'll find here:
 All religious backgrounds welcome |
Funeral & Burial Services |
On-site Cremation Facility
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Cremation Niches |
Discounted Pre-planning Services
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100+ Person Chapel
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Business Meeting Rooms
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Reception Amenities
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7 Full-time grounds keepers
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Products Showroom |
| Private Mausoleum Estates |
Video Tribute DVD |
Several rooms available for viewing and private family gatherings
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Welcome to Sunset Hills Finley-Sunset Hills Mortuary and Sunset Hills Memorial Park exists to help you deal with the death of a loved one. We believe every life, whether lived quietly or bigger than life itself, is unique and deserves to be honored. On our Web site, you will find a listing of currently scheduled and recent services. We also offer information about who we are, how to find us and how to contact us. And for those who believe in planning ahead, there's information about prearranging funeral, cremation and interment services. Call us if we can assist.
Our Services
Today, there are many types of unique and personalized interment options to fit individual or family needs and preferences. Our trained counselors will be happy to provide additional details on any of the following options, or to answer any questions you may have.
Traditional Ground Burial
Traditional ground burial provides a wide variety of choices, and allows for personal preference by offering individual locations within featured gardens and special areas. With traditional ground burial, costs are flexible and there are plans to meet most any budget. In addition, many personalization and memorialization selections are available, allowing families to personalize loved ones' gravesites through a wide range of memorial options.
- Family Estates
- Upright Memorials
Mausoleum Entombment
Mausoleum entombment is aboveground entombment that provides clean and dry alternatives. Exclusive options are available in a prestigious environment, such as community or private (family) mausoleums and cremation niches. Multiple price ranges allow families the choice of many affordable options. Mausoleum entombment also eliminates many burial expenses and decisions and does not require an outer burial container.
- Private Mausoleums
- Companion Crypts
- Community Mausoleums
- Chapel Mausoleums
- Garden Mausoleums
Lawn Crypts
Lawn crypts are preconstructed cemetery burial spaces that contain a vault which can hold a casket. Lawn crypt gardens are considered by many to be an economical and effective use of land and, with multiple installations of crypts, families have an affordable alternative for full casket burial or cremation. Each lawn crypt is reinforced with lasting materials that provide durability and stability.
- Elevated Lawn Crypt Gardens
- The Ridgelawn Memorial Series
Cremation
Cremation is a growing choice in our country and one that is widely accepted within many religions. When a body is cremated, it is reduced to its natural elements, quickly and without chemicals. A variety of disposition options is available for those who choose cremation, including ground burial, cremation benches, urns, cremation niches, columbariums and scattering gardens. Cremation also relieves stressful time factors, since the process allows services to be conducted at any time.
- Columbariums
- Cremation Benches
- Glass-Front Niches
- Bronze Cremorials
Useful Information
Notification of the Proper Authorities
When a death occurs in a care facility, such as a hospital or nursing home, the professional staff will notify you and the necessary authorities. If a loved one was in the care of a hospice program, a hospice representative may give family members instructions and procedures to follow. In other situations, such as when a death occurs at home or in the workplace, a family member or co-worker should contact emergency personnel and the person's physician if he or she was under a doctor's care.
The Death Certificate
A death certificate is a legal document signed by the attending physician indicating the cause of death and other vital statistics pertaining to the decedent. If your loved one died in an accident, the county medical examiner or coroner may prepare the form. The funeral arranger can help you prepare and file the death certificate with the state and assist you with purchasing certified copies. Certified copies are needed to apply for benefits due the family, to sell or transfer ownership of property, to gain access to safety deposit boxes and bank accounts and to receive Veteran's benefits. Additional copies may be ordered at any time directly from the county or state agency responsible for vital statistics.
First Call to the Funeral Home
The first call to the funeral home lets the funeral arranger know that a death has occurred. While you may ask the arranger any questions at this time, you will be able to discuss the arrangements in detail later when you meet in person. During this initial call, the funeral arranger will gather information to be able to transport your loved one to the funeral home. The funeral arranger may ask you several questions, including whether your loved one made any prearrangements and whether you give your permission to embalm the decedent, if necessary. The arranger will schedule a date and time for you to meet at the funeral home and will let you know what you should bring with you. (A checklist of items is provided in the next section.)
First Visit to the Funeral Home
When you visit the funeral home, the funeral arranger will provide you with price lists and guide you through the entire arrangement process, explaining how you can create a memorable personal celebration of your loved one's life. The arrangement process may include preparing and filing the official death certificate; scheduling the location, date and time of services or events; selecting a casket, urn or other items; preparing an obituary notice; scheduling vehicles; and selecting pallbearers. You may also sign necessary authorizations or make arrangements to have them signed by the appropriate family members.
Burial and Cremation Arrangements
If you choose interment, you will need to select a grave space, lawn crypt or mausoleum space and will want to choose a memorial or monument. There will be a professional service fee for the interment.
If you choose cremation, remember that you can plan a visitation and funeral ceremony to be held before the cremation. Another option is a memorial service to be held after the cremation with the urn present and/or a display of photos and other items that illustrate the life of your loved one. You also have memorialization options at the cemetery, including permanent placement of cremated remains. Your funeral arranger or cemetery family service counselor can explain all of the options available to you. |
Sunset Hills Memorial Park
