Langley
Explore Langley's guide to funeral planning, memorials, and celebration of life events. Find local venues, partner services, and compassionate advice to honour your loved ones.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a cremation cost in Langley, BC?
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Our Simple Cremation service is priced at $1,999.65.
This price includes the transportation of the deceased into our care, the cremation process, and a basic urn. Additional services—such as memorial services, obituary creation, or death certificates—may incur extra fees. Learn more →
- What to do with cremation ashes?
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Cremation ashes can be kept in an urn, scattered in a meaningful location (following local regulations), placed in a columbarium, buried in a cemetery, or incorporated into memorial items like jewelry, artwork, or trees. Some families also divide the ashes among loved ones or use them in a memorial service.
- How much does a prepaid cremation cost?
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For those planning ahead, our Simple Cremation service is available for $1,999.65. This prepaid service locks in the price at today's rates, ensuring your loved ones won't face unexpected costs in the future. Learn more →
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Celebrate Life at Local Venues
Find unique, local spaces perfect for honouring your loved ones.
Celebration of Life at Newlands Golf & Country Club - 21025 48 Avenue
Newlands Golf & Country Club is honoured to provide a beautiful and supportive setting for families wishing to celebrate the life of a loved one. Nestled in the heart of Langley, Newlands is known for its picturesque grounds, elegant spaces, and warm hospitality. With over three decades of experience in hosting meaningful events, Newlands offers a thoughtful and seamless experience for families during life’s most delicate moments.
Newlands' Celebration of Life package is designed to accommodate gatherings of 100 to 600 guests, offering a flexible and dignified atmosphere for remembrance. The package includes exclusive room rental with complete set-up and tear-down, professional staffing with a dedicated room captain and servers, and theatre-style seating for memorial presentations. A microphone and podium are available to support heartfelt tributes and speeches.
For more information, contact Charlene Sierakowski, Celebration of Life Coordinator, directly at (604) 533-3288 extension 241, or charlene@newlandsgolf.com.
Local Cemeteries
Discover our guide to local cemeteries, each offering a serene and respectful environment to remember loved ones.
Bakerview Memorial Cemetery - 920 272 Street, Langley
Bakerview Memorial Cemetery, located at 920 272 Street in Langley near Aldergrove, is Metro Vancouver’s newest large-format cemetery, having opened its first phase in early 2022. Spanning 20 acres, the cemetery offers a tranquil setting surrounded by trees and views of the Coastal Mountains. It provides a variety of traditional and cremation burial options, including double-depth burial plots, columbariums, indoor glass-front niches, outdoor granite niches, and family estates. 
Bakerview is dedicated to serving families of all cultures, beliefs, and backgrounds with compassionate, personalized care. The experienced staff, combining over 100 years of cemetery experience, includes administrators, family counselors, and groundskeepers. The cemetery features designated sections for different faith traditions, such as the Muslim Crescent and Christian Holy Resurrection areas.
Private Cemetery
Fort Langley Cemetery – 23105 St. Andrews Avenue, Langley
Fort Langley Cemetery, established in 1881, is the oldest burial ground in the Township of Langley, British Columbia. Located at 23105 St. Andrews Avenue, it was created to replace earlier burial sites, including the Hudson’s Bay Company Pioneer Cemetery, as the community expanded.
The cemetery is notable for its Victorian and Edwardian-era monuments, featuring wrought iron enclosures and intricately carved marble and granite headstones. These memorials reflect the lives of early settlers, including prominent families such as the Mackies, Mavises, and Wests.
Municipal Cemetery
Langley Lawn Cemetery – 4393 - 208 Street, Langley
Langley Lawn Cemetery, established in 1966, is the Township of Langley’s primary active burial ground, located at 4393 208 Street in the Brookswood area. Designed in the modern lawn cemetery style, it features expansive, manicured grounds with flat grave markers to facilitate maintenance and create a serene, park-like atmosphere.
Municipal Cemetery
Murrayville Cemetery – 21405 - 44 Avenue, Langley
Murrayville Cemetery, located at 21405 44 Avenue in Langley, British Columbia, is a historic burial ground established in 1891 by the Independent Order of Odd Fellows (Cloverdale Lodge No. 15) . Originally named the Odd Fellows Cemetery, it was later acquired by the Township of Langley in 1904 and renamed Langley Prairie Cemetery. Over time, it became commonly known as Murrayville Cemetery, reflecting the name of the surrounding community.
The cemetery is the final resting place for many of Langley’s early settlers and notable families, including Paul and Lucy Murray, after whom the Murrayville neighborhood is named . Among its distinctive features is a cenotaph erected in 1921 to honor local soldiers who lost their lives in World War I and II. This granite Celtic cross memorial has been restored to preserve its historical significance.
Municipal Cemetery
Our Licensed Funeral Directors
At Alternatives, our team is committed to guiding and supporting families with genuine compassion every step of the way.
We understand this can be a very difficult time – and we're here to help.
Our compassionate team is here 24 hours a day, seven days a week to provide the support and understanding you need, helping you honour your loved one in a way that truly reflects their life and legacy.
Together, we can create a meaningful tribute that celebrates their unique journey, ensuring they are remembered with love and dignity.