Sunset Hills Memorial Park and Mortuary

Sunset Hills Mortuary and Memorial Park, located at 24000 Waalew Road in Apple Valley, California, is a distinguished funeral home and cemetery serving the High Desert region. As part of the Dignity Memorial® network, this establishment has been a cornerstone of compassionate care since its founding in 1960. Nestled among the majestic Sycamore Rocks, the 30-acre memorial park offers a serene, park-like setting with green lawns, mature trees, desert plants, boulder-lined pathways, and a meandering waterfall that flows into a tranquil pond—a place of natural beauty and reflection.

The mortuary provides a full range of services, including traditional funerals, cremations, life celebrations, and burials. Its large-capacity chapel accommodates families from all walks of life, and the staff has extensive experience serving Hispanic families. Personalized memorials are a hallmark of Sunset Hills, where every service is crafted to honor the unique life of the loved one—whether it’s a barbecue for a pit master, a garden-themed party, or a quiet outdoor scattering ceremony.

A unique feature is the Roy Rogers-Dale Evans Sunset Chapel, built in 2007 at the request of Dale Evans after the death of the beloved Western film star and Apple Valley native. This Spanish mission-style chapel sits waterside, featuring a brass relief mural depicting scenes from Roy and Dale’s life, a large picture window with mountain views, and granite walkways etched with heartfelt messages. The chapel hosts not only memorial services but also weddings, banquets, and charity events.

The cemetery is historically significant as the final resting place of Roy Rogers, Dale Evans, and many other Western film stars, as well as Apple Valley pioneers. It includes dedicated sections for Jewish and Catholic faiths, a Veterans section (Garden of Valor), and cremation options such as a scattering garden and niches set into the natural terrain. The mortuary also offers a fully restored 1898 horse-drawn hearse for veterans at no charge—the same hearse that carried Roy Rogers to his burial.

Sunset Hills is committed to community support through its partnership with the Mourning Sun Children’s Foundation, which provides grief support for children and teens. Families can plan ahead with pre-planning options, including low-interest payment plans and up to 10% off cemetery property and funeral plans. The facility is wheelchair accessible, offers free parking, and is open 24/7 for immediate needs. With over 145 reviews and a 4.0-star rating on Google, Sunset Hills Mortuary and Memorial Park stands as a trusted provider of dignified, personalized end-of-life care in the High Desert.