If you have an immediate or imminent need for a simple low-cost cremation in Tallahassee, then we can help you arrange everything for one low price of $995.
Our attitudes to death and funerals are changing and many families are finding that cremation offers a more simple and affordable option. More families are deciding they just want a simple, “no fuss” option, one that can be delivered at a low cost.
A direct cremation package can help you arrange a low-cost funeral. Direct cremation takes care of the immediate disposition of the deceased, and once the cremated remains are available, a memorial or ash-scattering service can be conducted.
When you can take care of everything for $995 and are dealing with a family-owned funeral business, why should you pay more than this?
What is included in the $995 Simple Cremation Package?
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Our simple cremation service includes:
- Collection of the deceased from the place of death
- Transfer to the funeral 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
*an additional mileage fee can apply if outside our basic service area
Are there any extra costs added?
The only additional fees are county fees, which are subject to change and payable to the county in order to facilitate the cremation proceeding. Death certificate fees in Florida are $10 for the 1st certificate and $10 for each additional copy at present.
Can we still have a funeral service if we arrange a simple direct cremation in Tallahassee?
Yes, of course. Once you have the cremated remains returned, you can arrange a memorial service. A memorial service is a type of funeral service where the deceased’s body is not present. You can hold a memorial service with or without the cremation urn present.
A memorial funeral service can also take the form of an ash scattering ceremony or a candlelit vigil or tribute. Our Memorialization section has some useful resources to help you plan and create your own memorial tributes.
Comparing cremation costs in Tallahassee, FL
As cremation is becoming a popular choice for residents of Tallahassee, there are several cremation service providers serving Leon County. The cost of a cremation can vary significantly for the exact same service, so it is wise to ensure you do compare cremation prices between a few providers to ensure you are benefitting from a value-for-money cremation service package.
The average cost of a cremation memorial service in Tallahassee is $3,975*, and the average cost of a direct cremation is $2,502.* It is important to check that a direct cremation package includes everything.
A cremation significantly reduces funeral costs. The average cost of a funeral in Tallahassee is $7,230.
How can you save money when arranging a simple cremation service in Tallahassee?
A direct cremation is the most economical means of disposition. In Tallahassee, a direct cremation can be conducted for $995, making it a very affordable funeral option. If you need to keep funeral costs down, a simple cremation arranged through a cremation provider is your lowest-cost cremation option in Tallahassee, FL.
You can then arrange your own memorial services once you have the cremated remains returned. This significantly cuts down on funeral expenses.
What do I need to know about arranging a cremation? What are the legal requirements?
For a Cremation to proceed, the legal next of kin must sign a Cremation Authorization Form. If there are multiple siblings, all must sign and agree. There is a 48-hour mandatory wait period after death before the cremation can go ahead.
What help is there with cremation costs in Tallahassee?
If you qualify for Social Security, you may be entitled to a lump sum death benefit payment of $255. The funeral director will generally assist you with submitting the claim to Social Security. Of course, many people use life insurance policies to offset funeral costs, but with a direct cremation, the funeral provider will require payment upfront.
Florida Health and Human Services is mandated by state law to provide proper burial arrangements for residents who are poverty-stricken and whose bodies are unclaimed.
There is very limited public assistance support for funeral costs and this can vary by county. Check out Leon County’s Assistance Programs at:
Leon County Courthouse, 301 S Monroe St, Tallahassee, FL 32301
Phone: (850) 606-5300
How do I obtain a copy of a death certificate?
You can obtain copies of a death certificate from the Vital Records office at: Leon County Vital Records Office, 155 N Cass St 1st Fl, Centerville, TX 75833 Phone: (903) 536-2352
What happens if the deceased is taken to the Coroner’s Office?
If circumstances surrounding the death led to the deceased being taken to the County Coroner’s office, you will need to employ the services of a funeral director as soon as possible to liaise with the Coroner and have the body released into their care. Only a licensed funeral director can collect a body from the Coroner’s morgue.
As funeral directors are familiar with the process, and the body is released with a death certificate & cremation permit, it is generally easy to maintain a low cost to offer a direct cremation service for an individual who has been in the care of the Medical Examiner. The County Coroner’s office is at: Leon County Medical Examiner & Coroner, PO Box 14389, Tallahassee, Florida, 32317 Phone: (850) 942-7473
Please contact your local DFS Memorials cremation services provider at (850) 203-0321 with any further questions you have, or to make immediate arrangements for a low-cost cremation service.
*Cost data obtained from funeral price comparison website 2024
I have been researching and writing about the death care industry for the past fifteen years. End-of-life services and experiences are topics most people avoid thinking about until they must face them. My work provides comprehensive and independent resources for families, explaining the workings of the funeral industry, the laws governing funeral practices, and the death care trends that impact consumers. With a BA in Cultural Studies, I bring a unique perspective to analyzing cultural death care rituals, complemented by a career background in Business Management. The death care industry is undergoing significant changes, which I find fascinating. The shift towards cremation services and the emergence of sustainable alternatives like aquamation and human composting are of particular interest. I am also intrigued by how technology is reshaping the funeral planning process and experience. I write for US Funerals Online and DFS Memorials LLC, and contribute to various forums and publications within the death care industry.
