Mission San Luis Rey Cemetery

Founded in 1798, we are the oldest active cemetery in North County San Diego. Our caring mission staff always approaches their work with compassion, dignity, and above all – our Franciscan values. Please consider our Cemetery staff as a partner for planning ahead or for navigating a recent loss.⁠
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We offer:⁠
💕 Cemetery Consultations⁠
💕 Funeral Services⁠
💕 Funeral Pre-planning (with Free Pre-Planning Guide)⁠
💕 Hispanic Funeral⁠s⁠
💕 Beautiful and Affordable Options⁠
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Learn more on our website. We hope to connect with you soon.

Mission Cemetery moments. 💕⁠
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Our Mission Cemetery grounds are open daily from 7 am - 5 pm for visiting hours. ⁠
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Our Cemetery Office Hours are: ⁠
Monday – Saturday, 8 am – 4:30 pm Appointments Recommended.⁠
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We invite you to explore the Mission San Luis Rey Cemetery.⁠
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Located beside the historic Mission Church, our cemetery offers a serene resting place with beautiful statues, fountains, and well-kept grounds.⁠
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Guided tours are available for those considering burial options or wishing to explore the tranquil grounds. Our Cemetery is also open for self-guided tours during our Visiting Hours.⁠
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Visiting Hours: Daily, 7:00 am – 5:00 pm.⁠
Office Hours: Monday – Saturday, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm. Appointments are recommended.⁠
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Are you Prepared?⁠
🕊️ Join us for a FREE Funeral and Burial Pre-Planning Workshop⁠
🗓️ Wed, Jan 15, 2025 | 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm⁠
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If you've been asking yourself: Why do I need to pre-plan for my funeral and burial? What are the steps I need to take and how do I go about taking those steps? Then this workshop is for you!⁠
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The two-hour workshop will include leading you through our pre-planning guide and a tour of the Mission San Luis Rey Cemetery.⁠
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This workshop is offered free of charge, but registration is required. Please register on our website by Tuesday, Jan 14. (Link in bio).

💕 If you’re considering the Mission Cemetery for your family, take a moment to schedule a tour, and allow us to guide you through the tranquil grounds we have looked after for over two centuries.

💕 If you’re ready to begin your planning or simply want to spend some time on the historic grounds, all are welcome to visit. We look forward to connecting with you and your loved ones.

Mission Cemetery Office Hours:
Mon – Sat, 8 am – 4:30 pm (Appointments Recommended)

Mission Cemetery Visiting Hours:
Daily 7 am - 5 pm

Today we're at the Senior Expo until 1:00 PM!

📍William A Wagner Aquartic Center
3306 Senior Center Drive in Oceanside

This popular events features health-related businesses, non-profits and senior organizations. The event is free to the public. We hope to see you soon!

We hope you take a moment to enjoy this video of the Friars of the Province of St. Barbara reciting St. Francis' Canticle of Creatures in different languages. Today is the Feast of St Francis, and we celebrate him and his legacy of love.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Js4tVt8KsBY

We invite you to join us at the Senior Expo with the Oceanside Chamber of Commerce! The Mission San Luis Rey Cemetery will be set up with an information booth, and we look forward to seeing you and answering your questions.

The Senior Expo will be held Thursday, October 10, 2024 from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM, at the William A Wagner Aquatic Center at 3306 Senior Center Drive, in Oceanside (adjacent to the El Corazon Senior Center).

This popular event will feature health-related businesses, non-profits and senior organizations. In addition, exhibitors have an opportunity to offer variety of free health-related screenings and demonstrations for the public. The event is free to the public.

Details
Date: October 10, 2024
Time: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Location: William A Wagner Aquatic Center, 3306 Senior Center Drive, Oceanside

Cost: Free to the public

😎Little known fact: our attentive bilingual staff at the Mission San Luis Rey Cemetery can help you navigate every detail of arranging a funeral and customize services to honor your faith and family traditions, with either funeral pre-planning or planning in a time of need.⁠
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⛪️Available services for Hispanic funerals include:⁠
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💕Spanish speaking priest available for funeral⁠
💕Full Mass in Spanish⁠
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We can also accommodate:⁠
💕Mariachi band in procession from church to gravesite⁠
💕Flower memorial graveside⁠
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Mission San Luis Rey Cemetery is the oldest operating cemetery in our County.

Here are answers to some of our most frequently asked questions:

(1) Will I actually be buried at Mission San Luis Rey, a National Historic Landmark?

Yes, you can have the rare and wonderful privilege of buying burial rights in a historic landmark.

(2) Do I have to be Catholic to be buried there?

No, all faiths are welcome.

(3) Can I purchase cemetery property in advance?

Yes and, most importantly, it guarantees today’s pricing.

☀️Blue skies and quiet solace in the Mission San Luis Rey Cemetery.

☀️The Mission cemetery is open to people of all faiths, and has recently been expanded.

☀️The Cemetery grounds are open daily from 7 am - 5 pm.

☀️The Cemetery office is open by appointment or to answer questions Monday- Saturday, 8 am - 4:30 pm.