Published · Morgan Oaks Eternal Preserve
Pre-planning a green burial is one of the kindest gifts you can leave your family. This checklist covers choosing a plot, documenting your wishes, and talking with the people you love.
Families who pre-plan tell us the same thing again and again: it was a relief. Making decisions in advance removes guesswork during an already painful time and ensures your wishes for a natural burial are honored.
1. Learn What Green Burial Involves
Green burial means no embalming, no concrete vault, and only biodegradable containers. Read our guide on what green burial is and decide whether a full-body burial, cremation burial, or tree memorial fits you best.
2. Visit the Land
Walk the gardens at Morgan Oaks in Lincoln, CA. Each of our five gardens has a distinct character, from the open meadows of Sunset Bridge to the oaks of Bridge to Valhalla for veterans and the Rainbow Bridge garden for pets.
3. Choose and Reserve Your Plot
Many families reserve adjacent plots for spouses or relatives. Pre-need purchase locks in your location and lets you choose the view and setting that matters to you.
4. Document Your Wishes
- Your preferred shroud or casket
- Who you would like to officiate or speak
- Music, readings, or rituals
- Whether you would like a tree memorial or flush stone marker
- Your chosen funeral home and their contact information
5. Talk With Your Family
Share copies of your plan with your executor and loved ones. The conversation can feel awkward, but families consistently say it brings peace and even closeness.
6. Revisit Every Few Years
Life changes. Review your plan when you move, marry, or experience a loss, and update your documents accordingly. Download our Pre Planning Guide or call (833) 667-4266 to get started.
