Funerals are expensive, and more families are opting for more affordable, simpler alternatives.  If you need to arrange a funeral and save money, then a cremation can be a way to save thousands on the cost of a full-service funeral.

Direct cremation is the most affordable death care option, and a simple direct cremation can be arranged in Irving for as little as $845.

Call us now at (214) 380-4964 to arrange an affordable cremation.

How funeral care is changing and economic reasons for choosing cremation

Deciding whether to bury or cremate is a personal choice.  For some families, the decision is dictated by their funeral budget, and a cremation service will cost less than a traditional burial.  On average, a cremation service will save you at least 40% on the cost of a burial; sometimes you can save as much as 60%. 

More families are choosing cremation as it offers greater flexibility. The funeral service does not have to go ahead immediately.  Instead, a cremation can be performed, and the immediate disposition of the body dealt with, and then a service held at a later date convenient to the family.

The economy has definitely impacted how we are changing our approach to death care today.  Many families simply cannot, or do not, want to spend unnecessarily on funeral costs.  A cremation provides a simple, efficient, and economical means of disposing of a body.

How much does a funeral cost in Irving?

This is not a simple question to answer, as funeral costs can range significantly depending on the type of services and products selected and the funeral services provider used.  The average cost of a funeral in Irving is $5,997.*

How much does a cremation cost in Irving?

Firstly, a cremation WILL save you on funeral costs. There is no requirement for a casket, cemetery plot, or burial vault, which alone saves thousands of dollars. Generally, embalming is not required when a cremation is performed, so all in all, you can save on many funeral expenses. A cremation will cost at least half, if not less, than the full cost of a burial funeral.

It is important to note that cremation prices in Irving DO vary considerably between funeral homes, depending on the type of cremation service you opt for. Not all funeral homes have their own crematory; they use a local crematory instead.

The average cost of a cremation memorial is $2,757*; however, it is possible to find cremation services in Irving for much lower prices.

How much is a direct cremation in Irving, TX?

A basic cremation can be conducted in Irving for as little as $845 complete.  This is what is known as a “direct cremation.”  No services are performed; the deceased is collected, transported to the funeral facility, prepared for cremation, and cremated.  The cremated remains are returned to the family in a temporary plastic urn.  The family can arrange a brief final goodbye viewing at the funeral home if desired.

Call DFS Memorials now at (214) 380-4964 to arrange a low-cost cremation for $845

What type of cremation services are available?

You can select from a range of cremation services and packages.  These will start with a basic cremation without any additional services, the cheapest cremation package.  You can have a full-service funeral followed by cremation, cremation followed by a memorial service, or just a viewing followed by cremation.  Cremation offers greater flexibility in the options available and in when and where services can be held.

How to compare cremation costs in Irving, TX

As mentioned, the cost of a cremation can vary enormously for the exact same service, depending on the cremation service provider.   Ensure that you compare like-for-like services.  Some cremation service providers include crematory fees and cremation container costs in their direct cremation packages; others do not.  Death certificate fees and cremation permits are often additional ‘cash advance’ items.

Check out our cremation price comparison in Irving here: Cremation cost and provider comparison ~ Irving TX

How do I know that the cremated remains I get back are my loved one’s remains?

This is probably the most common cremation question we are asked.  Strict laws govern the cremation of human remains, and identity checks have to be made along the way.  The cremation retort must be completely cleaned after each cremation, and only one cremation can be performed at a time.  The remains are cleared into a machine that filters out any metal parts (tooth fillings, hip replacements, etc) and then ground into the fine ‘dust’ that is returned as cremation ashes.

Understanding the legal requirements for cremation in Texas

As mentioned above, there are laws in place regarding the cremation of human remains.  A cremation cannot be performed until the medical examiner’s office issues a cremation permit. 

The legal next of kin must sign a Cremation Authorization Form.  There is a mandatory wait period of 48 hours after death in Texas before cremation can proceed.

It is not necessary to embalm a body for cremation, and refrigerated storage preserves the body until the cremation is performed. The funeral home will generally store the body for up to 5 days at no extra charge. If the cremation is not carried out within 5 days, an additional storage fee may be incurred.

What can we do with the cremated remains?

Cremation offers greater flexibility in what you can do with the cremated remains once you have them returned. Of course, you can inter them in a grave plot or niche. However, you can choose to store them in an urn at home or scatter them. There are also options, such as cremation artifacts made from cremated remains, including cremation diamonds, glass jewelry, bird baths, and paintings.

Preplanning an affordable cremation service

If you wish to preplan a simple cremation, you can lock in a low-cost cremation price.  This may depend on your age when you set up a prepaid cremation plan.  A cremation plan can be set up through an insurance policy that places funds into a trust. 

You can also opt to preplan your cremation service without prepaying.  This ensures that your surviving family can proceed with arrangements at the time of need without worrying about completing the paperwork or making difficult decisions.  The money to pay for the cremation can be put aside in a POD (Payable on Death) account, which your beneficiary can withdraw upon your death without probate.

The deceased had no life insurance – is there any help with cremation costs?

It is sadly a reality that more folks are passing without leaving the means to pay for their funeral.  If you are faced with this situation, you need to explore what help may be available to you.  Social Security pays out a $255 lump sum death benefit (if you qualify), and your funeral director can assist you with this.

Support for indigent burials varies widely by state and county. Some counties offer financial assistance to low-income families, whereas in others, only indigent dispositions are conducted. To find out what may be available, you should contact the Dallas County Human Services Department.

 The deceased is at the Dallas County Medical Examiner’s Office.  What do I do?

If the deceased was the victim of a crime or there were unusual circumstances surrounding the death, the deceased’s body may be taken into the care of the coroner for an examination to determine the cause of death.  You will need to employ the services of a funeral director as soon as possible to coordinate the release of your loved one from the ME’s office.

A deceased person can only be released into the care of a licensed funeral director.  Many funeral homes are familiar with the process of liaising with the ME to have the body released as quickly as possible.  You may also find that a simple, direct cremation can be arranged at a very low cost when the deceased is in the Coroner’s morgue, as all the paperwork can be expedited and the transfer to the funeral facility is simplified.

We hope this short guide has answered some of your immediate questions and helped you understand how you can arrange an affordable funeral or cremation service in Irving, TX. If you need to research more information on funeral planning, please visit the Funeral Resources section on US Funerals Online.

*Funeral prices obtained from Parting funeral price comparison survey 2026