Cedar Memorial Funeral & Cremation Services

08/09/2025

Although Purple Heart Day is observed annually on August 7th, it is important to honor and to commemorate, everyday, the sacrifices of service members wounded or killed in action. Purple Heart Day raises awareness about the impact of war on veterans and their families, and the need for all of our support.

08/09/2025

A huge thank you to all who attended the blood drive last weekend. We even had a first time donor!
We hope to host this twice a year and we encourage everyone who can donate, to donate when you can. There is nowhere else to get much needed blood, but from you 🫵

08/09/2025

Cedar Memorial is pleased to announce our partnership with Beyond The Sea Memorial Services by offering cremation scattering options at sea and, as always, at affordable costs.
Scattering of ashes at sea is a wonderful option to bid a beautiful farewell to a loved one.
Find out more by reaching out to us anytime and consider giving your loved ones the gift of pre- arranging your own services in advance. It is simple and convenient, and much easier for you to plan, ahead of time, rather than, your loved ones having to plan, at the time.

Join us for a poignant Sea Memorial Service around Los Angeles County, honoring cherished memories and celebrating lives lost at sea.

08/08/2025

If you can, communicate with your family about funeral arrangements, especially as you age.
Cedar Memorial Funeral & Cremation Services offers pre-planning funeral services, but if you're not ready to take that step, it's so helpful to open the discussion with family as to your wishes, this helps your relatives in putting together end of life services when you pass!

08/05/2025

What to consider in beginning your plan for funeral services ... think about what services you want and what your budget will be, we can help you determine what fit is best for you and your family.

08/01/2025

August is here ~ ushering in the end of summer and painting the world in the beautiful hues of dahlias like sunset skies! It’s a month that feels slow and easy as we savor the days of summer before settling back into our busy routines.

07/29/2025

Honoring Loved Ones in Jewish Tradition In Jewish culture, funerals typically occur within 24 hours of passing to respect the deceased. The body is washed (Tahara) and dressed in a simple shroud, emphasizing equality. At Cedar Memorial Funeral & Cremation Services in Redlands, we accommodate these traditions with care.
Call (909) 941-6400 for compassionate planning.

07/29/2025

Blood drive Saturday, August 2nd, 9am - 2pm on the corner of Colton Ave and Orange St. in Redlands.
Schedule your appt today by scanning the QR code or walk in, and bring a friend.
$20 Amazon gift card for all who donate!!!
There should never be a shortage of blood for anyone who's life depends on it.

07/25/2025

Cedar Memorial Funeral & Cremation Services building a responsible reputation throughout the Redlands area, reflecting our commitment to quality, affordability, and community connection. A company you can trust!
909-941-6400 | FD #2521

07/22/2025

Embalming began in 19th century.
The Scottish surgeon William Hunter was the first to apply methods of the art of embalming as part of mortuary practice.
Advances in embalming techniques allowed for more elaborate and extended viewings of the deceased.

07/18/2025

Funerals have a long and varied history, with practices evolving across cultures and time periods to reflect beliefs about death, the afterlife, and community support. Early practices often involved burial rituals with offerings for the deceased, and these evolved into more elaborate ceremonies and mourning customs.

07/17/2025

Carlotta B. Benson

September 17, 1958 ~ July 2, 2025

We are saddened to announce the death of our beloved Carlotta B Benson.
Carlotta lived and worked in the Redlands area for over 50 years. She worked as a cashier at CVS
in downtown Redlands as well as a supervisor at The University of Redlands, Harvest Table Culinary Group.
Carlotta was very personable and loved interacting with both students and faculty alike.
She was a caring and kind person and someone who could brighten the day of everyone who
came into contact with her.
She loved to travel around the world and she loved her church.
Carlotta was pre deceased by her mother and father, George and Willie B. Benson as well as her
older brother, Angelo Benson. She leaves behind, to cherish her memory, two brothers, Demetrius O. Benson (Carolyn), Lutrie Benson and her two sisters, Khundra Benson and Valerie Benson. She is also survived by two uncles, Howard Barlow and Samuel Barlow (Shirley), her aunt, Daisy Barlow Smith and her nephew, Courtland Benson (Melanie). Carlotta leaves behind an extended family and a host of friends and associates to mourn her loss.

She loved people and her family, and will be dearly missed.

A Celebration of life for our beloved sister, aunt, cousin, niece and friend will be held on
Tuesday, July 22, 2025, 1:00pm
The Rock Church and World Outreach Center
2345 S Waterman Ave
San Bernardino, CA 9240