Sara Marsden-Ille
Co-founder & Editor — DFS Memorials
Sara Marsden-Ille is the co-founder and editor of DFS Memorials as well as US Funerals Online. She has been writing about funeral planning, consumer rights, and cremation costs since 2003, when US Funerals Online launched — one of the first independent funeral consumer resources in the United States. Sara is responsible for editorial standards across the DFS Memorials network and helps to host the Cremation Nation podcast.
Recent Articles Published
Arranging an affordable direct cremation in Vancouver
What is the average cost of a funeral in Vancouver, WA? These days, we are discerning consumers and very mindful of costs. People now realize they can price-shop for funeral services. Why should we not ask how much it costs? The Internet offers an excellent tool for researching funeral costs from the comfort of your…
June 25, 2025
Cremation costs in Queens, NY – just $495
Are you concerned about funeral costs? This brief guide to funeral and cremation costs in Queens, NY, can help you understand the differences in price for a funeral and, more importantly, how you can arrange a simple, basic cremation for as little as $495.00. A direct cremation service can enable you to keep funeral expenses…
June 22, 2025
Affordable direct cremation service in Long Island, NY
Direct cremation offers families in Long Island a simple and affordable alternative to the costs associated with a traditional funeral. This guide should help you understand your options for a cremation service in Nassau County, how choosing cremation can help you save on funeral costs, and answer some other frequently asked questions about cremation. If…
June 22, 2025
Affordable cremation services in Staten Island, NY – $495 direct cremation
Americans are demanding more affordable death care options. With the high cost of traditional funerals and especially burial plot costs in NYC, cremation is proving an alternative disposition choice that is more affordable. A direct cremation can be arranged for just $495 in Staten Island. Why is cremation more affordable? In simple terms, a cremation…
June 22, 2025
Affordable Cremation Services in the Bronx, NY: $495 direct cremation
Today’s families are seeking more affordable funeral alternatives. Not many families can afford or want to spend over $10,000 on a funeral service, and cremation offers a much less expensive alternative. In fact, you can now arrange a simple, affordable cremation in The Bronx for just $495 (+ crematory fee). Call (718) 285-6565 How funeral…
June 20, 2025
Simple & affordable direct cremation in Brooklyn – $495
Are you in need of a simple and affordable cremation in Brooklyn? We have compiled this guide to help you understand how to save thousands by arranging a funeral. In fact, you can arrange a simple, basic cremation for just $495! Call now at (718) 395-3211. Help is available 24/7. The average cost of a…
June 20, 2025
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Cremation Association of North America [CANA] – From Tradition to Transformation: Women, Doulas, & the New Shape of Cremation & Death Care.
2/4/2026