Sponsor spotlight: The best-kept secret in Edmonds

Nestled deep in what some fondly call the Sherwood Forest of Edmonds—just past the Klahaya neighborhood pool, where laughter and splashing fill the summer air, and just south of Hickman Park, named for “Dr Bob” honoring his lasting contributions to medicine and to our local community (look him up) — lies a place many pass by without ever truly noticing.

Tucked quietly away; you’ll find a tranquil 10-acre expanse of green — peaceful, open and surprisingly alive. Though it may seem still at first glance, this space hosts hundreds of guests each day, year in and out, all without disturbance. You may see walkers and runners pass through; parents push strollers along paths, and the soft hum of a mower or the buzz of a weed eater drifts through the air. Occasionally, a tractor rolls by. On special days, you might hear a trumpet carried on the breeze — or witness a quiet moment of reflection, a tear shed for someone dearly missed, or for someone newly moving in.

Throughout the grounds, shiny granite and bronze markers catch the light — each one telling a story. They honor lives lived, histories shared and even the echoes of wars long past. Together, they form a quiet narrative of the community itself. If you haven’t already guessed, this hidden gem is Beck’s Restlawn Memorial Park and its Columbaria — an out-of-the-way sanctuary on a quiet street away from the hustle and bustle. It offers a more personal, intimate alternative to larger, more impersonal cemeteries — a place where remembrance feels close, grounded and deeply human.

I have had the pleasure of working for Beck’s Tribute Center and Restlawn Memorial Park for more than 20 years now and have had the honor of helping many families find their final resting place or that of a loved one. Please allow us to show you around and learn how easy the preplanning process is. Mention this add for a 5% discount on cemetery property through the month of April 2026. I may be reached at 425-771-1234 or email me at [email protected] for funeral home or cemetery preplanning.