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Cremation Services in Bonita, CA

Compassionate, affordable cremation for Bonita families, from $1,695, with transparent pricing and no hidden fees. We're here for you around the clock.

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At a Glance

Bravo Family Mortuary provides cremation services to Bonita (a semi-rural, equestrian-friendly enclave in the Sweetwater River Valley) starting at $1,695. Our family-owned funeral home is about 11 miles (15 to 20 minutes) south via SR-125 of Bonita, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, with transparent pricing and no hidden fees.

Serving Bonita

Compassionate Cremation, Close to Home

In the semi-rural Sweetwater Valley, where horse trails still wind between the homes, Bravo Family Mortuary serves Bonita families with quiet, dignified cremation close to home. Bonita is one of the few communities with its own historic memorial park, Glen Abbey, right on Bonita Road, and we coordinate every detail there or wherever your family finds meaning.

We serve Bonita families throughout the Sweetwater Valley, from Bonita Long Canyon and the Highlands to the older horse properties along Sunnyside and Bonita Road. Because Bonita is an unincorporated community tucked between Chula Vista and National City, families here often want a quiet, dignified service close to home rather than driving into the city. We coordinate cremation arrangements that fit Bonita's character and, when families wish, services or interment at Glen Abbey Memorial Park right in the community.

Transparent Pricing

Cremation Packages

The same all-inclusive pricing for every family we serve. Choose the level of service that's right for you.

Most Affordable

Simple Cremation

$1,695

A simple, dignified cremation without a formal ceremony, our most affordable option.

  • Professional services of Funeral Director & staff
  • Transfer into our care (within 30 miles)
  • Refrigeration up to 14 days
  • All legal documentation & permits
  • Cremation process & crematory fee
  • Temporary urn & return of cremated remains
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Memorial Ceremony + Cremation

$5,495

Cremation followed by a meaningful memorial service in our chapel with family and friends.

  • Everything in Simple Cremation
  • 3-hour memorial service in our chapel
  • Use of private reception room
  • Utility car & driver
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Traditional Cremation & Ceremony

$6,995

A full traditional service with viewing and visitation, followed by cremation.

  • Embalming & personal care/preparation
  • Dressing, casketing & cosmetic care
  • 4-hour visitation & reception room
  • Funeral service in our chapel
  • Rental casket included
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See our full cremation services page for every option and inclusion.

A community with its own historic memorial park

Few San Diego communities can point to a landmark like Glen Abbey Memorial Park, founded on Bonita Road in 1924 as the first endowment-care memorial park in the Southwest. Its 120 acres of mature trees, lakes, and the 1925 Little Chapel of the Roses sit right in the heart of this semi-rural, equestrian Sweetwater Valley enclave, where horse trails still wind toward Sweetwater Summit Regional Park. For Bonita families, a final resting place close to home has a long history here.

Cemeteries & Resting Places Near Bonita

We coordinate directly with these and all San Diego County cemeteries on your behalf.

Glen Abbey Memorial Park

Bonita Road, Bonita

Bonita's own historic memorial park, established in 1924 as the first endowment-care memorial park in the Southwest, with the 1925 Little Chapel of the Roses and a dedicated scattering garden.

Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery

Point Loma, San Diego

A national cemetery for eligible veterans; columbarium and in-ground cremation interment remain available.

Miramar National Cemetery

Miramar, San Diego

The newer of San Diego's national cemeteries, offering casket and cremation interment for eligible veterans serving the South Bay.

Scattering ashes in and around Bonita

Glen Abbey Memorial Park on Bonita Road maintains a dedicated scattering garden right in the community, a peaceful option for families who want to stay close to home. Beyond a dedicated garden, California law requires written permission from a private property owner before scattering, the remains must not be distinguishable to the public, and scattering at sea must be at least 500 yards offshore. We help Bonita families handle the paperwork and choose a meaningful place.

Neighborhoods We Serve

Throughout Bonita

Sweetwater Valley
Bonita Long Canyon
Sunnyside
Bonita Highlands

Why Families Trust Us

Why Choose Bravo Family Mortuary

5-Star Rated on Google
Family-Owned & Operated
Transparent, Upfront Pricing
Bilingual, Se Habla Español
No Hidden Fees, Ever
Available 24 Hours, 7 Days

Common Questions

Bonita Cremation FAQs

Can a cremation service still be held at Glen Abbey in Bonita?
Yes. Glen Abbey Memorial Park at 3838 Bonita Road remains an active memorial park, and its historic Little Chapel of the Roses (which seats about 90) is available for memorial and cremation services. We can arrange your loved one's cremation and coordinate a service, niche, or scattering-garden placement at Glen Abbey right in Bonita.
How far will our family have to travel for cremation arrangements?
Our funeral home is at 4427 Rainier Avenue in San Diego, roughly 10 to 12 miles north of Bonita, about a 15- to 20-minute drive via SR-125 or I-805. We also handle most arrangement details by phone and email, so Bonita families rarely need to make more than one trip.
What are the options for veterans in Bonita?
Eligible veterans living in Bonita and the Sweetwater Valley may be interred at Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery on Point Loma or Miramar National Cemetery, both in San Diego, at no cost for the gravesite or niche. Glen Abbey Memorial Park in Bonita also has areas designated for veterans. We help families confirm eligibility and obtain military honors.
How much does cremation cost in Bonita?
Bravo Family Mortuary offers the same transparent pricing to every community we serve, including Bonita: simple cremation starts at $1,695, with no hidden fees. That price covers professional services, transfer into our care, refrigeration, all legal documents and permits, the cremation process and crematory fee, and a temporary urn.
What is included in a simple cremation?
Our simple cremation includes the professional services of our funeral director and staff, transfer of your loved one into our care, refrigeration for up to 14 days, all legal documentation and permits, the cremation process and crematory fee, a standard container, and a temporary urn with the return of cremated remains.
How long does the cremation process take?
The cremation itself typically takes two to three hours. After all authorizations and permits are obtained, we generally complete the process and return cremated remains to the family within five to seven business days.

We're Here For You

We're Here for Bonita Families, Day or Night

Our compassionate team is available 24/7 to answer your questions and help you arrange cremation services for your Bonita family.

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