Caring Funeral & Cremation Services for Alderton Families
Experienced guidance, local cremation, and meaningful memorial options.
Valley Burial & Cremation is honored to care for families in Alderton and nearby communities throughout the Puyallup Valley. With more than four decades of personal experience in the funeral profession, owner Brian Curnow has helped thousands of Western Washington families through times of loss.

Our staff’s 150+ years of combined experience means we know how to balance practical details with compassionate support. Because we own our own crematory in the valley, all cremations are performed locally and with close oversight. We are available around the clock to answer questions, provide immediate assistance, or begin planning when your family needs us most.
Service Options for Alderton Families: Burial, Cremation & Memorials
We provide a full range of funeral and cremation options so Alderton families can choose the type of service that best reflects their needs. Traditional services may include visitation, a funeral at our chapel or a church, followed by a graveside or committal ceremony. For families choosing cremation, we can arrange a traditional funeral followed by cremation, a memorial service, or a simple graveside gathering. We also discuss permanent resting place options, including burial of an urn, placement in a columbarium, or scattering. Whatever you choose, we’re here to help you understand each option and design a tribute that is both meaningful and affordable.
Convenience, Flowers, and Communication for Your Guests
To help ease the strain of planning, we provide tools that simplify logistics and communication. Through our website, families can order flowers from trusted local florists directly from the obituary page and choose arrangements that fit the tone of the service. Service dates, times, and locations are posted online so you can easily share them via email or social media with friends and relatives. Guests can visit the online memorial to leave condolences or share memories even if they cannot attend in person. These features help you focus more on being present with your family and less on coordinating the details.
Creating Personal Gatherings That Honor a Unique Life
We encourage families to make each service as personal as they wish. For Alderton families, this might include a themed display of hobbies, framed photos throughout the chapel, or cherished items placed near the urn or casket.
We can help you design photo boards, albums, and other visual elements that show who your loved one was. Music, readings, and shared memories can all be integrated into the service for a more intimate feel.
Together, we create a gathering that reflects the relationships, milestones, and moments that mattered most.
Can we have a graveside-only service without a full funeral?
Yes, some families prefer a simple graveside or committal service without a separate indoor ceremony. This can be a quiet, intimate gathering where loved ones share brief remarks, prayers, or moments of silence. We help you coordinate the timing, transportation, and any desired personalization. This option offers a meaningful farewell while keeping things simple.
Is visitation required, or can we skip that part of the service?
Visitation is entirely optional and based on your family’s preferences. Some Alderton families find comfort in having dedicated time to gather and say goodbye, while others choose to have only a service or graveside ceremony. We will help you weigh the emotional and practical aspects so you can decide what feels right. There is no “right” or “wrong” choice—only what best supports your family.
How do we choose between burial and cremation?
Choosing burial or cremation is a very personal decision that can be influenced by faith, family tradition, finances, or personal wishes. Our staff explains the differences, costs, and memorialization options associated with each. We encourage open conversation among family members and can offer guidance without pressure. Our role is to inform and support, not to make the decision for you.
Can we order flowers for the service directly through you?
Yes, we partner with local florists so you can order floral arrangements directly from the obituary page on our website. This makes it easy for both family and friends to select appropriate tributes from home. Flowers are delivered to the service location as requested, so you do not have to worry about coordination. It’s a simple way to add beauty and warmth to the gathering.
How will our guests receive accurate service details?
We post service information, including dates, times, and locations, on the online memorial so guests can easily access it. You can share the memorial link through email, text, or social media. This helps make sure everyone has the same correct information and reduces stress on the family. It also provides a central place for updates, condolences, and memories.
