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On this solemn day, we honor those who were prisoners of war and those still missing in action. Their courage and sacrif...
09/19/2025

On this solemn day, we honor those who were prisoners of war and those still missing in action. Their courage and sacrifice are never forgotten.

🌊 Eco-Friendly Aquamation Services at Oceanside Mortuary Looking for a greener alternative to traditional cremation? Aqu...
09/15/2025

🌊 Eco-Friendly Aquamation Services at Oceanside Mortuary

Looking for a greener alternative to traditional cremation? Aquamation, or alkaline hydrolysis, uses water and a gentle alkaline solution to respectfully and sustainably return your loved one to nature. It uses less energy and produces fewer emissions—making it a more eco-friendly choice.

Interested in learning more? Click here: https://www.oceansidemortuary.com/services-and-pricing/service-options

Today, we pay tribute to the lives lost and the bravery shown on September 11, 2001. We remember with compassion and sta...
09/11/2025

Today, we pay tribute to the lives lost and the bravery shown on September 11, 2001. We remember with compassion and stand with families who carry those memories every day.

Oceanside Mortuary has proudly served the community since 1924. Founded by Roy Dival and later run by the Benbough famil...
09/09/2025

Oceanside Mortuary has proudly served the community since 1924. Founded by Roy Dival and later run by the Benbough family, it’s now owned by 4th-generation funeral directors Mark and Lori Matthews, who continue the tradition of compassionate care and dignified service.

Learn more about our history here: https://www.oceansidemortuary.com/about/history

Today, we celebrate the love and guidance of grandparents. Whether still with us or held in memory, their legacy remains...
09/07/2025

Today, we celebrate the love and guidance of grandparents. Whether still with us or held in memory, their legacy remains a treasured part of our lives.

Plan Ahead with Confidence Taking time now to plan your end-of-life arrangements can ease the burden on your loved ones ...
09/03/2025

Plan Ahead with Confidence

Taking time now to plan your end-of-life arrangements can ease the burden on your loved ones later. Our FREE preplanning guide walks you through every step—helping you make choices that reflect your wishes and budget.

Download our guide today: https://www1.oceansidemortuary.com/preplanning-guide

This month, we celebrate Hispanic heritage and the many ways it shapes our communities. Through music, language, family,...
09/01/2025

This month, we celebrate Hispanic heritage and the many ways it shapes our communities. Through music, language, family, and faith, these traditions continue to carry forward legacies across generations.

Today, we celebrate the dedication, hard work, and resilience that continue to drive our communities forward. May this d...
09/01/2025

Today, we celebrate the dedication, hard work, and resilience that continue to drive our communities forward. May this day serve as a reminder to rest, recharge, and appreciate the value of every contribution.

Grief looks different for everyone. On National Grief Awareness Day, we acknowledge the ongoing journey of healing and t...
08/30/2025

Grief looks different for everyone. On National Grief Awareness Day, we acknowledge the ongoing journey of healing and the strength it takes to move through loss. You are not alone.

Did you know you can personalize a funeral? You might be surprised at the many options available to help you tell your l...
08/28/2025

Did you know you can personalize a funeral? You might be surprised at the many options available to help you tell your loved one’s story. Contact us to learn the unique ways you can personalize a funeral: https://www.oceansidemortuary.com/contact/contact-us

Address

602 S Coast Highway
Oceanside, CA
92054

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm
Saturday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Sunday 8:30am - 4:30pm

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+17607224264

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Our History

Oceanside Mortuary has been in operation at its current location on the famous 602 S Coast Highway since 1924 when Roy Dival obtained a building permit in the original town of 300. Roy also operated the only ambulance from Oceanside to Long Beach. The building has been modified on several different occasions, while always keeping the charm and professionalism offered by the historic building.

The Mortuary was subsequently owned by Percy Benbough, Fire Chief and Mayor of San Diego from 1935 to 1942, who was succeeded by his son, Legler Benbough, in the late 1930s until 1960. The Benbough family ran a variety of mortuaries, making the family-owned business a part of the largest group of funeral establishments under one ownership in the country at the time.

In 1955, Robert C**n began managing Oceanside Mortuary for Legler Benbough and five years later, he bought the mortuary and operated it until retiring in the early 1980s. Mr. C**n was very active in the local community and was a longtime official of the Oceanside Chamber of Commerce, chairing the city's tourism, recreation, and parade committees.

In 2001, Mark and Lori Matthews, 4th generation of the Wiefels family who have owned and operated funeral homes since 1908, purchased the Oceanside Mortuary. Our company has grown to include locations in Palm Springs, Palm Desert, Desert Hot Springs, Indio, Yucca Valley, Joshua Tree, Twentynine Palms, and Oceanside.