For East Bay families seeking a simpler, more natural farewell, our Oakland grounds offer a space to honor life and legacy, designed with intention since 1909.
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1909Founded
115+ Years Serving Oakland Families
100,000+ Families Served
A natural burial offers many families a simple, meaningful way to return a loved one to the earth. At our green cemetery in Oakland, you can choose natural burial as part of a full range of funeral, cremation and cemetery options, all guided by one experienced team in one place. Chapel of the Chimes has served East Bay families since 1909, and our historic campus, including the landmark Julia Morgan expansion, has welcomed generations who have come here to remember and honor those they love. For families seeking a more natural farewell, it is a peaceful setting with a lasting place to return and reflect.
Every natural burial we arrange follows the same caring path, from your first call to the final details. Here is what happens, step by step, whether you are planning ahead or arranging care right now.
Call or contact us anytime. We listen first, then explain the natural burial options we offer, with no pressure or obligation.
Whether you prefer a simple natural burial or a larger celebration of life, our team helps you create arrangements that reflect your loved one’s wishes at any budget.
See the setting for yourself. A personalized tour helps you decide on the natural burial options that feel right for your family, in grounds designed with intention to honor life and legacy.
Together we plan the details, from biodegradable burial materials to the service itself, so everything reflects your loved one’s wishes. Our team explains each material choice clearly so you can decide with confidence.
Document your wishes through preplanning, or make immediate arrangements. Either way, we support your family throughout the planning process.
From your first call to the day of the service, one team at Chapel of the Chimes guides your family through every choice, so nothing is pieced together across separate providers.
1909 Founded
115+ Years Serving Oakland Families
100K+ Families Served
24/7 Always Available
— From the families
Whether you need help today or are planning ahead, our Oakland team is here to guide you through every option, with no pressure.
We’re available 24 hours a day.
Natural burial is one of several ways families create a resting place here. A few related options to explore:
A natural burial returns a loved one to the earth using biodegradable materials and a simpler approach to care. Families may choose to forgo certain elements of a conventional burial and create a farewell that reflects their values and wishes.
Whether you’re planning a natural burial now or planning ahead, our team is here whenever you’re ready. Call us at any hour.
We’re here for you during this difficult time.
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