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50+ Years
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Trusted Family-Owned Funeral Services in Anaheim
Hilgenfeld Mortuary has served the Anaheim and North Orange County communities since 1927, providing compassionate funeral services rooted in family tradition. Founded by Reverend Samuel Hilgenfeld, our business has remained family-owned and operated across four generations, combining century-old values with modern service offerings. We specialize in personalized burial and cremation services, veterans' honors, and pre-planning solutions tailored to individual needs. Our historic facility, expanded in 1963 and 1981, features a 175-person chapel and reception halls designed for both formal memorials and intimate gatherings. As industry leaders, we maintain a unique historical collection of funeral service memorabilia and support mortuary education through the Hilgenfeld Foundation Scholarship.Our team of certified professionals brings decades of combined experience to every service, ensuring families receive dignified, culturally sensitive care. Recognized by the Anaheim Chamber of Commerce for Family Owned Business and Woman Owned Business of the Year, we uphold strict ethical standards and community commitment. President Becky Areias, representing the fourth generation, continues our legacy of excellence while maintaining active roles in local organizations like the Cypress College Foundation. We offer 24-hour assistance and multilingual support to accommodate diverse community needs. Our dedication to transparency, quality, and affordability has made us a trusted choice for generations of families navigating life's most difficult moments.
Services
Burial Services
Cremation Services
Veterans Honors
Pre-Planning Options
Grief Support
Memorial Items
Obituaries
24-Hour Assistance
Details
- Year established: 1927
Highlights and features
- Four generations of family leadership since 1927
- Maintain Hilgenfeld Foundation Scholarship for mortuary education
- Recognized by Anaheim Chamber of Commerce for excellence
- Offer multilingual support and 24-hour assistance
- Historic facility with modern memorialization capabilities
What people say
Compassionate staff
Historic facility
Community involvement
Generational expertise
Services
Burial Services
We provide comprehensive burial services including casket selection, cemetery arrangements, and memorial ceremonies. Our experienced staff coordinates all aspects from visitation to interment, ensuring compliance with religious and cultural traditions. Families receive personalized guidance through documentation and service customization.
Cremation Services
Offering direct cremation and memorial services with cremation, we provide affordable options while maintaining dignity. Services include temporary urn selection, scattering arrangements, and memorial events at our facility or preferred locations. Our team explains legal requirements and helps create meaningful tributes.
Veterans Honors
We specialize in military funeral honors including flag presentation, rifle salutes, and VA benefit coordination. Our staff assists with paperwork for burial allowances and ensures proper military protocol during ceremonies. Services honor all branches with specialized memorabilia displays.
Pre-Planning
Our pre-planning services let individuals document preferences and lock in current pricing. We offer consultations to discuss options, complete documentation, and provide payment plans. This service reduces family decision-making stress while ensuring personal wishes are honored.
Grief Support
We provide ongoing grief resources including support groups, counseling referrals, and memorial events. Our staff connects families with local organizations and educational materials. Services continue beyond funeral arrangements to help navigate the mourning process.
People
Becky Areias
President
Fourth-generation leader with over 30 years' experience, trained by her mother Margie Hilgenfeld Field. Active in mortuary education through Cypress College Foundation, recipient of multiple community awards including Anaheim Chamber of Commerce honors.
Jim Areias
Management Staff
Supports operations as part of the fourth-generation leadership team, working alongside Becky Areias to maintain family traditions while implementing modern service improvements.
Questions
What funeral service options do you offer?
We provide traditional burial, cremation services, veterans' honors, and pre-planning options with personalized memorialization choices.
Can I plan a funeral in advance?
Yes, our pre-planning services let you document wishes and lock in current pricing through flexible payment plans.
Do you assist with veterans' benefits?
We coordinate military funeral honors and help families obtain VA burial allowances and related documentation.
Are grief support resources available?
Yes, we offer ongoing bereavement support including counseling referrals, memorial events, and community resources.
What payment options exist?
We accept cash, credit cards, and offer financing options to accommodate different budgetary needs.
How long have you served the community?
Hilgenfeld Mortuary has provided funeral services in Anaheim since 1927, spanning four family generations.
