San Diego Memorial Society

03/30/2025

Most people don’t like to talk about death. But planning for it is one of the kindest things you can do for your family. That’s where the San Diego Memorial Society comes in.
Since 1958, we’ve helped San Diegans prepare for one of life’s most important—and often overlooked—realities: end-of-life planning. We make it simple, affordable, and stress-free.
Call to get your $65 one-time membership set up. Easy!

03/29/2025

Since 1958, the San Diego Memorial Society has helped San Diegans prepare for one of life’s most important—and often overlooked—realities: end-of-life planning.
We provide guidance, support, and peace of mind to individuals and families across the region. Here’s how we do it:
• We partner with 10 trusted, family-owned mortuaries and pre-negotiate pricing, guaranteeing our members fair, low-cost options. There’s no upselling, no pressure—ever.
• Every member receives a wallet card and a clear, easy-to-follow guide that explains their wishes—making things easier for loved ones when the time comes. Something not covered in a trust or advanced directive.
Membership is only $65, and you'll save $300 to $800 on a simple cremation and much more on a burial package.
Call today! 858-391-1267
It's a considerate thing to do for your family!

06/21/2023

Check out our latest newsletter.

If you have a friend who would enjoy the articles in this newsletter feel free to forward this email to them. Perhaps they would be interested in joining the Society.

06/12/2023

We've been helping San Diego residents since 1958.
We can help you make the loss of a loved one stress-free and cost-effective.
We Protect Consumers and Encourage You to Plan Ahead for the Inevitable.
OR
If you’ve just experienced the death of a loved one, call us now.
We can help. 858-391-1267
Click here to see a list of our participating mortuaries.

SAN DIEGO MEMORIAL SOCIETY PARTICIPATING SAN DIEGO MORTUARIES 2023 (Printable Version Click Here) Our Participating Mortuaries: Five Plans Offered (click for plan details) Or Scroll to Bottom of Page   * These prices are available to members only $55

11/02/2022

Rudee Slavik, previously the Funeral Director at Legacy Funeral Care, and our current President, gives us inside details and options about what happens after death occurs.
This was a fascinating and informative talk that many of the members have called or written to thank us for. And they also ask to see it again! So here it is:

We have Rudee’s talk on YouTube now…. and she is excellent!

“What Happens to Your Body After You Die?”

Rudee Slavik, Funeral Director at Legacy Funeral Care, and current San Diego Memorial Society (SDMS) President, offers inside details and options about what ...

06/22/2022

Check out our latest newsletter filled with great information to help you plan ahead for the inevitable and stay in touch with your community.
https://mailchi.mp/sdmsonline/annual-membership-meeting-announcement-and-more-7088997

12/10/2021

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Here is a map showing the locations of our 11 participating mortuaries.

01/12/2021

Have you ever wondered what a POLST agreement is? It can save your family from a long, and pointless stay in the hospital. Here's the details: https://sdmsonline.com/what-is-a-polst-document/

You've had a terrible accident at home or are at the end of life and now the end is drawing near. Something has necessitated the calling of EMTs (emergency medical technicians) and they are on their way. You may think that if you have an advanced directive that gives instruction to your loved ones w...

09/22/2020

Here are 5 tips for planning a funeral:
https://sdmsonline.com/planning-a-funeral-5-key-tips/

Planning a Funeral and/or making funeral arrangements at the last minute can be stressful, expensive, and disappointing in terms of services received. Planning ahead can provide the following benefits: Large cost savings, quite possibly cutting funeral costs by half.• Funeral service items you rea...

09/10/2020

Check out our latest newsletter. There are a lot of good articles that will help you plan ahead for the inevitable.
https://mailchi.mp/sdmsonline/whats-new-at-the-san-diego-memorial-society-6444626

Guidance (condensed) from the Funeral Consumers Alliance, our national affiliate. Q: Will I catch Covid19 from a dead body? A: This is very unlikely compared to the objective risk to us from those living with the illness. Remember  what you know. You know that Covid 19 is spread by human contact...

06/02/2020

What if you get dementia? Is there some way to make an early exit so your family and finances don't languish amidst the issue? You can look into this from Final Exit Network:
https://sdmsonline.com/final-exit/

05/18/2020

Another wonderful compliment from a member: "Can't say enough good things about San Diego Memorial Society, and I tell everyone I know about all the consumer protection and support the Society offers.
Sincerely,
Melissa Kondon