The shift to cremation is sweeping across the nation as families demand more affordable death care alternatives. Cremation is now fast becoming a disposition choice for many families in Fayetteville. For those families who do not want to overspend on a funeral or simply do not have the funds for a costly funeral, a cremation service is a low-cost alternative in Fayetteville.
How much does a cremation cost in Fayetteville?
This is the question that most families want to know. As a nation of price-conscious consumers, we expect to check prices and compare deals.
The purchase of funeral services is no different. Traditionally, families felt it was inappropriate to make funeral price inquiries, but today, this is changing.
A traditional funeral can cost $7,848 (NFDA), which does NOT include cemetery costs. Many families today cannot afford an amount like $10,000 to pay for a funeral. A cremation will cost at least half this amount, if not less, depending upon the type of cremation services selected and the crematory.
A basic cremation can cost anywhere between $1,000 and $4,000. To help families arrange affordable cremation services, we have selected a family-owned cremation services provider in Fayetteville who can offer a basic cremation package for just $995.
Call now on (910) 212-6383 now to arrange a low-cost cremation
Cremation services in Fayetteville
There are different types of cremation services, so arranging whatever type of funeral service you require – from a simple cremation to a full traditional funeral or unique ‘life celebration’ events is possible. A great thing about cremation is that it opens up many memorialization possibilities.
Direct cremation services in Fayetteville
Direct cremation is probably the fastest-growing type of cremation service. Many of the DFS Memorials providers report that 80% of their cremations are direct. A direct cremation is the industry term for a basic cremation with no services.
The deceased is collected and transported to the crematory/funeral home, the legal paperwork is completed, and the cremation is performed.
The cremated remains are returned to the family in a temporary urn. Most funeral homes offering a direct cremation package offer an inclusive price, where only cash advance items such as the death certificate, and cremation permit fee is additional to the direct cremation package cost. Be sure to check this when consulting with a funeral home.
Arranging a direct cremation helps the family take care of the immediate disposition of the deceased in a dignified and economical way. This simple, ‘no fuss’ approach to death care is becoming more popular, with many families arranging their memorial service or ash scattering ceremony once the cremated remains are returned. Why pay thousands of dollars to a funeral director when you can conduct your own personalized service for a fraction of this cost?
Why is cremation so much cheaper than a traditional funeral?
There are several significant funeral merchandise items that are not required for cremation. No casket is required for cremation – a suitable cremation container is all that is required by law. No burial vault or cemetery plot is needed; in most cases, the body is not embalmed. This eliminates thousands of dollars in funeral costs.
Many families are now opting for direct cremation (the cheapest cremation) because they can then arrange their own funeral service once they have the cremation ashes back. With the decline in traditionalism and the rise in personalization, more families are opting to arrange something different as a life tribute.
How do I know that I am getting the remains of my loved one back?
This is one of the most frequent questions families ask about cremation. Strict laws govern the cremation of human remains, and identity checks must be made along the way.
The cremation retort must be completely cleared following a cremation, and only one can be performed at a time. The remains are cleared into a machine that filters out any metal parts (tooth fillings, hip replacements) and then ground into the fine ‘dust’ that is returned as cremation ashes.
Not all funeral homes have their own crematory and sub their cremations to a local crematory. If you have concerns about the continuity of care offered throughout the cremation process, you may wish to choose a funeral home with its own crematory so your loved one’s remains never leave their care!
What if I am not sure about cremation or the family cannot agree about cremation?
Cremation is such a final disposition, and you do need to ensure that you are completely sure that this IS the ‘right’ disposition choice for you. Certain laws are in place to ensure this final disposition can only proceed if the legal next of kin has authorized it. The legal next of kin must sign a Cremation Authorization Form, and in the case of children, many funeral directors will prefer to have all children sign.
You can authorize an agent for your final disposition or sign the authorization when you preplan a cremation.
What can you do with the cremated remains?
The options of what you can do with the cremated remains of your loved one are one of the reasons cremation is becoming more popular. You can, of course, choose to inter the remains in a cemetery plot. You can inter the remains in a niche or columbarium or keep the ashes at home. Keepsake urns even enable you to disperse the ashes between several family members or choose to scatter some and retain a ‘keepsake’ memorial.
Ash scattering is also more common these days, and many options exist for creating a befitting ash scattering ceremony. Read our full guide to How to Scatter Cremated Remains for ideas and tips.
Is it possible to preplan a low-cost cremation?
Yes. You can preplan a $995 simple direct cremation service. This is generally funded through an insurance product that will cover this cost when the need arises. All monies are secured in a trust fund.
How quickly can a cremation be performed?
It generally takes a few days to make the necessary arrangements, complete all the legal paperwork and schedule the cremation. However, expedited services can be arranged if required. There is a mandatory 24-hour wait period after death before a cremation can be performed in North Carolina.
What do I do if I cannot even afford a cremation in Fayetteville?
There is very little ‘free’ money to help families with funeral costs. This varies greatly by county, both within North Carolina and the USA. For this reason, we recommend contacting the Cumberland County Social Services Department at (910) 323-1540 to find out if you qualify for assistance.
I have been researching and writing about the death care industry for the last fifteen years. End of life services and experiences are something most of us choose not to reflect upon until we are suddenly faced with dealing with it. I have been contributing comprehensive and independent resources for families that explain how the funeral industry operates, and the laws that govern funeral practices. Sara writes for US Funerals Online and DFS Memorials LLC, as well as contributing to other forums and publications for the death care industry. I have a BA in Cultural Studies. This helps my analysis of cultural death care rituals, alongside a career background in Business Management. The death care industry is undergoing an epoch of change and this fascinates me.
