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Your Trusted Partner for Funeral & Cremation Services in Los Angeles
Hollywood Forever Cemetery has been a cornerstone of Los Angeles' cultural and historical landscape since its founding in 1899. As a National Register of Historic Places-listed institution, we combine centuries-old traditions with modern services to meet the diverse needs of our community. Our expertise spans traditional burials, cremation services, and mausoleum interments, supported by a dedicated team with decades of local experience. We honor all faiths and traditions through specialized services including Jewish, Buddhist, Hindu, and LGBTQ+ ceremonies, while maintaining environmentally conscious practices through our Green Burial Council-certified hybrid cemetery.With 125 acres of meticulously maintained grounds featuring iconic landmarks like the Fairbanks Memorial Reflecting Pool, we provide both final resting places and vibrant cultural spaces hosting film screenings, concerts, and the nation's largest Da de los Muertos celebration. Our comprehensive services include on-site crematory operations, custom monument design, and 24/7 family counseling, ensuring personalized care for every family we serve.
Services
Traditional Burial
Cremation Services
Mausoleum Interment
Green Burial
Cultural Events
Monument Design
Pre-Need Planning
24/7 Counseling
Sea Scattering
Document Processing
Highlights and features
- We offer 24/7 family service counseling with immediate response capabilities
- Our grounds host over 50 cultural events annually including film screenings and concerts
- We maintain a state-of-the-art on-site crematory with religious ceremony accommodations
- Our financing options through third-party partners provide flexible payment solutions
- We serve diverse traditions including Jewish, Buddhist, Hindu, and LGBTQ+ communities
Associations and certifications
- National Register of Historic Places
- Green Burial Council
Services
Traditional Burial
Our traditional burial services offer scenic interment options across 125 acres of park-like grounds. Families may select from lakeside, garden, or forested locations with double-depth spaces accommodating two burials. We provide full-service coordination including monument design, floral arrangements, and multi-day ceremonies with visitation options.
Cremation Services
We offer comprehensive cremation services including direct cremation, witnessed cremation, and memorial ceremonies. Our state-of-the-art on-site crematory accommodates religious traditions with procession routes from our main chapel. Services include urn selection, niche placement, and sea scattering arrangements with memorial ceremony options.
Green Burial
Certified by the Green Burial Council, our eco-friendly burial option allows natural interment without embalming in biodegradable containers. We offer conservation landscape transfers to our sister cemetery Fernwood, featuring tree plantings and natural boulder memorials while maintaining traditional burial soil mounding practices.
Cultural Events
Our historic grounds host over 50 annual cultural events including outdoor film screenings, concerts, and literary events. The Masonic Lodge venue accommodates private rentals while our Fairbanks Lawn hosts summer movie nights and the nation's largest Da de los Muertos celebration with traditional altars and performances.
Pre-Need Planning
We provide comprehensive pre-arrangement services allowing individuals to select burial spaces, crypts, or cremation niches in advance. Our financing options include monthly payment plans and funeral insurance through Great Western Insurance Company, ensuring cost predictability and family relief during difficult times.
Questions
Do you offer cremation services?
Yes, we provide multiple cremation options including direct cremation, witnessed cremation, and memorial services with cremation.
Can I pre-plan my funeral arrangements?
Yes, we offer pre-need planning with financing options and funeral insurance to secure your preferences in advance.
Are there payment plans available?
Yes, we offer financing through third-party providers for both pre-arranged and at-need services.
Do you accommodate different religious traditions?
Yes, we serve all faiths including Jewish, Buddhist, Hindu, and LGBTQ+ communities with specialized ceremonies.
What cultural events do you host?
We host outdoor film screenings, concerts, literary events, and the nation's largest Día de los Muertos celebration.
Is the cemetery open to the public?
Yes, our grounds are open daily from dawn to dusk for visitors and family memorials.
