Affordable Cremations in Boston, Massachusetts$1,195

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Affordable cremation services in Boston, Massachusetts

Are you looking for a compassionate and affordable option for cremation services in Boston, Massachusetts? Look no further than DFS Memorials.  Our dedicated team understands the importance of honoring your loved one’s memory while providing a budget-friendly cremation service in Boston, Massachusetts.

DFS Memorials will help you save on cremation costs in Boston, Massachusetts.  Our streamlined process and transparent pricing make planning a cremation service in Boston, Massachusetts simple and stress-free.

A direct cremation can take care of the immediate disposition of the deceased, and once the cremated remains are available, a family can choose to host a cremation memorial service.  All enabling you to cut down on funeral expenses by arranging a simple and inexpensive cremation service in Boston, Massachusetts.

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The DFS Memorials Provider for Boston, Massachusetts is 

Northeast Cremation Service

What is included in the basic cremation cost in Boston, Massachusetts?

A direct cremation service in Boston, Massachusetts includes:

  • Collection of the deceased from the place of death
  • Transfer to the cremation facility in Boston, Massachusetts
  • Shelter of the deceased
  • Filing of death certificate and cremation permit*
  • A cardboard cremation container for the cremation process
  • The cremation process**
  • Return of the cremated remains in a temporary cremation urn

Cremation costs in Boston, Massachusetts can vary between cremation service providers.  This is why it is important to understand cremation charges and how to find the best value cremation service.

DFS Memorials is here to help you find the best cremation prices in Boston, Massachusetts.

*County fees for the death certificate and cremation permit are not always included in a direct cremation service package.

**Some exceptions due to third-party crematory fees.

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DFS Memorials will help you find cremation prices in Boston, Massachusetts.

Finding cremation prices can sometimes be a challenging task.  Some cremation service providers in Boston, Massachusetts now understand the value of open disclosure of cremation costs. But, it can still be an over-complicated process to get simple answers to questions about cremation prices.

That is why DFS Memorials is here to serve you. We understand how overwhelming it can be to be faced with a loss, and need help immediately to find a low-cost cremation service in Boston, Massachusetts.  Even planning to set up a cremation plan in Boston, Massachusetts can be confusing due to hidden costs and preplanning cremation legislation.

Our local provider partners are selected for their dedication to cost transparency, commitment to local values, and equality in delivering cremation services to all denominations.

Simple & Affordable Cremation Arrangements for Hospice Patients

Opting for a direct cremation for a person in hospice or palliative care in Boston, Massachusetts is a straightforward and affordable option that allows families to focus on end-of-life care without the need to concern themselves with an immediate funeral.  Preparing arrangements and authorizations for a relative in hospice can help the process when the person passes.  Hospice staff will then have a cremation provider in Boston, Massachusetts to contact when the time comes, and arrangements can proceed without delay. Direct cremation provides a simple and dignified way to handle final arrangements at a lower cost.

Call your local DFS location in Boston, Massachusetts with any questions.

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Saving money on cremation costs

We help you find the best price for a direct cremation in Boston, MA

Cremation prices in Boston, Massachusetts vary depending on the service provider and package. A best value direct cremation can cost between $1,195 and $1,495. Here are some places that offer affordable cremation services in Boston:

DFS Memorials in partnership with Northeast Cremation Service $1,195

Casper Funeral Services $1,395

Mass Bay Cremation Services $1,495

If the deceased is in the care of the Medical Examiner in Boston

If your relative is at the medical examiner's office in Boston, Massachusetts, and you're looking to arrange a low-cost cremation, DFS Memorials can help. Our Boston provider offers a basic cremation for $1,195 and can liaise with the ME Office to expediate the Release documentation, cremation authorizations and permit.

Office of the Chief Medical Examiner, Boston, MA

Address: 720 Albany St, Boston, MA 02118

Phone: (617) 267-6767

Getting Financial Assistance for a Cremation in Boston, MA

The Massachusetts Department of Transitional Assistance (DTA) may be able to help pay for up to $1,100 of funeral and burial costs for Boston residents who have passed away. This assistance is available if there are not enough resources to pay for the costs and the total funeral expenses do not exceed $3,500.

If the deceased person was eligible for MassHealth, the DTA may pay the funeral home directly if the deceased qualifies.  Most funeral homes are familiar with the DTA claim process and will submit a claim on behalf of the surviving family.

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Resources for Final Arrangements in Boston, MA

For further guidance on selecting cremation services in Boston, the Funeral Consumer Alliance of Eastern Massachusetts can be reached at 66 Marlborough Street, Boston, MA 02116  Phone 617-859-7990.