Restlawn Funeral Home

read moreRestlawn has served all faiths and cultures throughout Marion and Polk counties for decades. We pride ourselves in having the most experienced staff in the Mid-Willamette Valley. Located on the grounds of Restlawn Memory Gardens, our modern funeral home is able to meet all of your needs. Of the many arrangements made after losing a loved one, the first is the selection of a funeral home. Our staff can help create a beautiful tribute and provide guidance and suggestions on the many decisions made when planning a funeral, cremation, memorial, celebration of life, and/or burial service.

read moreRestlawn Funeral Home is West Salem's only funeral home and serves families from all over Marion and Polk and Yamhill counties. We at Restlawn Funeral Home believe that the choices you make to celebrate the life of your loved one should be as special as the person they represent. That's why you'll always find our staff ready to go the extra mile to meet your special needs and requests. Your loved one deserves the highest level of respect and dignity, a trust that we take very seriously. Allow us to be a part of your family when it matters most.

read moreTravel has become a way of life for many Americans whether its for business, family, a cruise or get-away vacation. When death occurs away from home, the family must deal with additional unexpected decisions and expenses. Restlawn Funeral Home offers a prepaid travel plan to provide a caring and efficient way to return the policy holder home should death occur 100 miles or more from their legal residence. A simple, one-time purchase provides a lifetime of coverage and spares the family additional emotional and financial stress of bringing their loved one home.

read moreMany who have undergone the emotional strain of arranging a funeral within hours of losing a loved one have made the choice to pre-plan their own funeral. Doing so lifts the burden from their loved ones by relieving decision-making pressure at a time of grief and emotional stress. Final arrangements are a deeply personal choice. Pre-planning provides you with the time needed to make practical, detailed decisions that reflect your standards, lifestyle, taste and budget. And we assure you and your family that the choices you make will be carried out as planned.

read moreYou talk about many things with your loved ones: from day-to-day details to big events. Sharing stories with those who matter most isn't just important today; it will be especially significant when it's time to honor and commemorate your lives. Meaningful memorialization starts when loved ones talk about what matters most: memories made, lessons learned and how they hope to be remembered.

read moreAdvanced planning is a thoughtful and considerate act that your loved ones will truly appreciate when the time comes. A death in the family is difficult enough without the added burden of making arrangements at the last minute.

read moreSomeone you love has died. You are now faced with the difficult, but important, need to mourn. Mourning is the open expression of your thoughts and feelings regarding the death and the person who died. It is an essential part of healing. The following articles provide many practical suggestions to help you move toward healing in your unique grief journey. Children and teenagers have special needs following the death of a friend or family member. The following articles provide wonderful insight in helping children and teens understand and express their grief.

read moreAs you and your family begin the planning process, a number of questions will surface that you will need further insight on in order to make informed decisions. Below please find a number of frequently asked questions and clarifications on misconceptions of funerals that may help you as you plan a meaningful funeral to honor the unique life of your loved one. One of the most important reasons for planning a meaningful funeral or memorial service is that it helps you and your family focus your thoughts and feelings on something positive.