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Affordable cremation services in Salem, Oregon

Are you looking for a compassionate and affordable option for cremation services in Salem, Oregon? 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 Salem, Oregon.

DFS Memorials will help you save on cremation costs in Salem, Oregon.  Our streamlined process and transparent pricing make planning a cremation service in Salem, Oregon 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 Salem, Oregon.

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What is included in the basic cremation cost in Salem, Oregon?

A direct cremation service in Salem, Oregon includes:

  • Collection of the deceased from the place of death
  • Transfer to the cremation facility
  • 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 Salem, Oregon 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 Salem, Oregon.

*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 Salem, Oregon.

Finding cremation prices can sometimes be a challenging task.  Some cremation service providers in Salem, Oregon 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 Salem, Oregon.  Even planning to set up a cremation plan in Salem, Oregon 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 Salem, Oregon 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 Salem, Oregon 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 Salem, Oregon with any questions.

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Next Steps if Your loved one is at the County Medical Examiner’s Office in Salem

If you need to make cremation arrangements for a family member who is currently in the care of the Medical Examiner, you need to firstly select a funeral home and sign a Release Form. This gives your chosen funeral director the authority to collect your relative from the County morgue when the ME releases the body. The Coroner will liaise with the next of kin and advise when the deceased is expected to be released into the care of a funeral home for cremation.

Marion County Medical Examiner is Dr. Eliason, who has served as ME since 2017.

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Holding Your Own Memorial Service in Salem, OR

More families are opting for a simple, direct cremation and then conducting a memorial service at a later date. As, where, and how they see fit. Direct cremation does take care of the immediate need to handle the disposition, and it also lets a family take time before concerning themselves with just how to memorialize a loved one.

With the beauty of the Willamette Valley area, there are so many great ways to hold an ash scattering ceremony, or find a special scenic location to host a gathering of remembrance. For more ideas and tips on conducting your own tribute celebration, or scattering ashes over land or water, visit our Resources on Memorialization.