Funeral home · Altadena, CA

Mountain View Mortuary & Cemetery

Name: Mountain View Mortuary & Cemetery
Address: 2400 N Fair Oaks Ave, Altadena, CA, US
Telephone: (626) 794-7133
Price range: $3345–$4895
Rating: 4.3

4.3(70) Verified on Google

Mountain View Mortuary & Cemetery is a family-operated cemetery and mortuary in Altadena established in 1882 (cemetery) and 1959 (mortuary), featuring a historically significant mausoleum designed by architect Cecil E. Bryan with hand-painted frescoes and Italian marble interiors. The facility serves the Pasadena area with both traditional funeral services and cremation options.

Independent, family-owned

Mountain View Mortuary & Cemetery, Altadena

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Starting price: $3,345
Ownership: Independent, family-owned
Established: 1882

About Mountain View Mortuary & Cemetery

Mountain View Mortuary & Cemetery is nestled below the San Gabriel Mountains in Altadena and is one of the few remaining family-operated cemetery and mortuary properties in Southern California. The cemetery was established in 1882, the mortuary in 1959, and the mausoleum—designed by renowned architect Cecil E. Bryan and featuring a 180-foot Great Gallery with hand-painted frescoes, Italian marble surfaces, and stained-glass windows—was added to the property in 1971. The facility offers full personalized funeral services utilizing modern technology while maintaining its tradition of service established in the nineteenth century.

Mountain View Mortuary & Cemetery prices

Price list published · source

Service prices
A Traditional Funeral Service	$4,595
B Cremation + Funeral Ceremony	$4,895
C Cremation + Memorial Ceremony	$3,975
D Burial + Ceremony AT Grave/Crypt	$3,975
E Cremation + Scattering AT Sea / In Garden	$3,695
F Direct Cremation only	$3,345
G Direct Immediate Burial	$3,345

At $3,345, this is below the typical national range of $7,000–$9,000 for a funeral with burial.

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Mountain View Mortuary & Cemetery packages

A Traditional Funeral Service

$4,595

Professional Services
Use Of Facilities And Staff For Funeral Ceremony
Transfer Of Remains To Funeral Home
Use Of Facilities And Staff For Viewing
Embalming
Hearse
Securing/Recording Vital Statistics/Permits
Utility Van/Flower Van
Other Preparation Of The Body For Viewing

Separately $5,235; savings $640

B Cremation + Funeral Ceremony

$4,895

Professional Services
Use Of Facilities And Staff For Funeral Ceremony
Transfer Of Remains To Funeral Home
Use Of Facilities And Staff For Viewing
Embalming
Cremation
Securing/Recording Vital Statistics/Permits
Hearse
Other Preparation Of The Body For Viewing
Utility Van/Flower Van

Separately $5,610; savings $715

C Cremation + Memorial Ceremony

$3,975

Professional Services
Use Of Facilities And Staff For Memorial Ceremony
Transfer Of Remains To Funeral Home
Cremation
Refrigeration Or Embalming
Utility Van/Flower Van
Securing/Recording Vital Statistics/Permits

Separately $4,405; savings $430

D Burial + Ceremony AT Grave/Crypt

$3,975

Professional Services
Use Of Facilities And Staff For Memorial Ceremony
Transfer Of Remains To Funeral Home
Hearse
Refrigeration Or Embalming
Utility Van/Flower Van
Securing/Recording Vital Statistics/Permits

Separately $4,425; savings $450

E Cremation + Scattering AT Sea / In Garden

$3,695

Professional Services
Securing/Recording Vital Statistics/Permits
Transfer Of Remains To Funeral Home
Cremation
Refrigeration
Scattering Of Cremated Remains At Sea Or In Cemetery Scattering Garden

Separately $4,055; savings $360

F Direct Cremation only

$3,345

Professional Services
Securing/Recording Vital Statistics/Permits
Transfer Of Remains To Funeral Home
Cremation
Refrigeration

Separately $3,660; savings $315

G Direct Immediate Burial

$3,345

Professional Services
Securing/Recording Vital Statistics/Permits
Transfer Of Remains To Funeral Home
Hearse
Refrigeration

Separately $3,680; savings $345

H Full Personalization

Full Personalization Available For Every Service; ask for custom arrangements

Packages and prices are as published by the provider and can change — always confirm the itemized list directly.

Services offered

Funeral homes
Burial

Recognition & specialties

Specialties

Historic mausoleum with architectural significance

Where is Mountain View Mortuary & Cemetery?

2400 N Fair Oaks Ave, Altadena, CA

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Hours

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Mountain View Mortuary & Cemetery reviews

Updated July 2026

4.3

70 reviews

Rating from Google · updated July 2026

4.3 from 70 reviews on google

What burial prices usually include

General context, not specific to Mountain View Mortuary & Cemetery: a typical burial price covers the items on the left. Those on the right are common add-ons billed separately — ask for an itemized list.

Included

The funeral home's basic services and staff fee
Transfer and preparation of the deceased
A viewing or funeral service and use of facilities
Coordination of permits and paperwork
Hearse and transport to the cemetery

Usually extra

The cemetery plot or grave space
A casket and, where required, a burial vault or liner
Opening and closing the grave (a cemetery fee)
The headstone or grave marker
Certified copies of the death certificate

Frequently asked questions

How much does a traditional funeral service cost at Mountain View Mortuary & Cemetery?

Mountain View Mortuary & Cemetery lists a traditional funeral service at $4,595. Prices are estimates and can change — under the FTC Funeral Rule you can request a current itemized price list and pay only for the items you choose.

How much does b cremation + funeral ceremony cost at Mountain View Mortuary & Cemetery?

Mountain View Mortuary & Cemetery lists b cremation + funeral ceremony at $4,895. Prices are estimates and can change — under the FTC Funeral Rule you can request a current itemized price list and pay only for the items you choose.

How much does c cremation + memorial ceremony cost at Mountain View Mortuary & Cemetery?

Mountain View Mortuary & Cemetery lists c cremation + memorial ceremony at $3,975. Prices are estimates and can change — under the FTC Funeral Rule you can request a current itemized price list and pay only for the items you choose.

What services does Mountain View Mortuary & Cemetery offer?

Mountain View Mortuary & Cemetery offers burial and funeral homes, and is a funeral home. See the full breakdown and prices on this page.

Where is Mountain View Mortuary & Cemetery located?

Mountain View Mortuary & Cemetery is located at 2400 N Fair Oaks Ave, Altadena, CA. Use the “Get directions” link on this page for a map.

Can I reach Mountain View Mortuary & Cemetery after hours?

Yes — Mountain View Mortuary & Cemetery in Altadena, CA answers its phones 24 hours a day, so you can reach someone the moment you need to, including nights and weekends.

Will Mountain View Mortuary & Cemetery give me an itemized price list?

Yes. The federal FTC Funeral Rule requires every funeral home to give you a written, itemized General Price List on request — in person or over the phone — and to let you choose only the goods and services you want. Always compare a couple of providers before deciding.