Pacific View Mortuary & Memorial Park

Nestled on the seaward slopes of Corona del Mar, Pacific View Mortuary & Memorial Park has been a cornerstone of the Newport Beach community for over 50 years. Since opening its gates in 1958, this serene destination has offered families a place of peace, beauty, and remembrance. The grounds—featuring meticulously landscaped gardens, flowing fountains, and panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean, Catalina Island, and the Palos Verdes Peninsula—embody a philosophy that celebrates the beauty of life even in moments of loss.

Pacific View Mortuary is a full-service funeral home that seamlessly blends Spanish-California architectural style with contemporary design. The building’s soft curves and low profile harmonize with the surrounding hills and residential neighborhoods. Inside, an open lobby and tranquil meeting rooms provide a comforting space for planning, while the chapel—seating up to 160 guests—welcomes all faiths. Adorned in calming cream and deep blue tones, the chapel evokes the comfort of the nearby waters and beaches. For receptions, a dedicated gathering room can accommodate everything from a simple reception to a full-course dinner.

As a comprehensive provider, Pacific View offers a wide array of personalized services. Families can choose from traditional funerals, customized celebrations of life, or cremation memorials. The on-site crematory ensures that the entire cremation process occurs at the location, with options for direct cremation, witness ceremonies, and memorial services before or after cremation. Personalized keepsakes—such as service folders, memorial guest books, video montages, and fingerprint jewelry—help families honor their loved ones in unique ways. The facility is wheelchair accessible and offers free on-site parking.

The adjacent Pacific View Memorial Park cemetery provides a breathtaking final resting place. Options include traditional lawn burial sites, private family estates, semiprivate gardens, and mausoleums. The Reflections Cremation Garden offers a tranquil setting with streams, waterfalls, and niches for urns, cremation boulders, pedestals, and benches. A notable feature is the Garden of Valor, which honors veterans and public servants with granite memorials representing all five military branches, as well as firefighters and police. Flags are lowered daily in tribute to those who have served.

Pacific View’s history is as unique as its setting. In 1959, John Vibert secured his lease on this coveted land—originally desired by the University of California, Irvine—by arranging six burials at no cost, even exhuming a gentleman’s wife so the couple could rest together. This swift action preserved the cemetery’s location and set the stage for decades of service.

Deeply rooted in the community, Pacific View hosts annual events such as the All-Faith Celebration of Life Candle Lighting Services (since 1996) and participates in Wreaths Across America. It also partners with local law enforcement for the Every 15 Minutes program, a powerful drunk-driving awareness initiative for teens. With a 4.8-star rating from nearly 300 reviews, Pacific View Mortuary & Memorial Park continues to provide compassionate, professional care, offering pre-planning options and a 100% service guarantee through Dignity Memorial.