Cemetery · Seal Beach, CA

Sunnyside Cemetery

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Sunnyside Cemetery is a municipal cemetery in Long Beach established in 1906 that serves as the final resting place for over 16,000 people, including Civil War soldiers, Japanese Americans interned during World War II, and early Long Beach pioneers. The cemetery is now at capacity and only offers lawn burials, having reached its maximum occupancy with minimal burials per year since 2010.

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Ownership: Municipal
Established: 1906

About Sunnyside Cemetery

Sunnyside Cemetery opened in September 1906 and operates as a municipal cemetery under the City of Long Beach Parks, Recreation and Marine Department. The 13.5-acre facility holds more than 16,000 burials and has reached capacity. Notable individuals buried there include Civil War physician Albert Rhea (first plot sold in 1907), C.J. Walker (first mayor of Long Beach in the 20th century and founder of Farmers and Merchants Bank), and Japanese Americans who suffered internment during World War II. The property was acquired by Long Beach City Council on August 20, 2019, and now operates off interest from its endowment. Only lawn burials are currently available as there is no mausoleum or columbarium space.

Typical burial prices in Seal Beach

Sunnyside Cemetery doesn't publish prices online. As a reference, providers in Seal Beach typically charge:

Low

$375

Typical

$1,250

High

$6,995

City-wide figures from 23 published prices — not Sunnyside Cemetery's own rates. Under the FTC Funeral Rule, they must give you an itemized price list on request, in person or by phone.

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Services offered

Burial

Facilities

13.5 acres of grounds

Recognition & specialties

Specialties

lawn burials

Where is Sunnyside Cemetery?

1095 E Willow St, Seal Beach, CA

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Hours

Monday: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Thursday: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Friday: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Saturday: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sunday: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Sunnyside Cemetery reviews

Updated July 2026

4.3

27 reviews

Rating from Google · updated July 2026

4.3 from 27 reviews on google

What burial prices usually include

General context, not specific to Sunnyside 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

Are plots available?

Plots are no longer available as the facility has reached capacity.

Are dogs allowed?

Yes, as long as they remain on a leash.

Flowers?

Yes

Are Graveside services allowed?

Yes.

How do I report maintenance issues?

Please report through the Go Long Beach app.

Title and Interest transfer of property

Please email sunnysidecemetery@verizon.net

What services does Sunnyside Cemetery offer?

Sunnyside Cemetery offers burial, and is a cemetery. See the full breakdown and prices on this page.

Where is Sunnyside Cemetery located?

Sunnyside Cemetery is located at 1095 E Willow St, Seal Beach, CA. Use the “Get directions” link on this page for a map.

Will Sunnyside 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.