Headstones in Portland & Northwest Oregon

Portland's River View Cemetery and pioneer-era Lone Fir Cemetery sit among church and memorial-park cemeteries across Multnomah, Washington and Clackamas counties. Veterans may be buried at Willamette National Cemetery.

Rain and moss

Wet winters encourage moss, lichen and algae. Polished granite resists staining better than rough finishes; clean gently with water and a soft brush. See removing moss and lichen.

Nature-loving designs

Mountains, forests, rivers and wildlife suit many Oregon families. See forest scene headstones and headstone quotes about nature.

Natural burial

Some Oregon cemeteries offer natural or green burial sections with their own marker rules — often flat, natural stone. See green and natural burial markers.

Cemetery rules

In the United States, cemeteries are regulated state by state, and every cemetery — municipal, religious, nonprofit or private — sets its own rules on memorial sizes, materials, foundations and installation. Before you order:

• Ask the cemetery for its rules and fee schedule in writing (foundation, setting and any permit fees).
• Confirm who installs — cemetery staff or an approved monument company.
• Submit the design for approval before production.

Our cemetery headstone rules guide has a full checklist, and headstone setting fees explained covers the extra costs.

Veterans

Eligible veterans can receive a government headstone, marker or medallion, and families can also choose a private granite monument that includes service details. See veteran headstones and VA rules, the VA medallion and military inscriptions.

Factory-direct to Portland

Marwaa Memorials manufactures in our own factory and delivers door-to-door across the USA under DAP terms, with freight, customs and duties included in the quote. Plan the design in our Design Studio, request a quote, or call our US team via the contact page. Read how DAP delivery works.

Local pages: our Oregon headstone guide. See also our Seattle guide.