If you have an immediate or imminent need for a simple, low-cost cremation in Modesto, then we can help you arrange everything for one low price of $1,346.
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Our attitudes to death and funerals are changing, and many families find cremation offers a simpler and more affordable option.
More families are deciding they want a simple, “no fuss” option delivered at a low cost.
A direct cremation package can help you arrange a low-cost funeral. Direct cremation handles the immediate disposition of the deceased, and once the cremated remains are available, a memorial or scattering-of-ashes service can be held.
What is included in the Simple Cremation Package in Modesto, CA?
Our simple cremation service includes the following:
- Collection of the deceased from the place of death
- Transfer to the funeral facility*
- Shelter of the deceased
- Filing of the 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 additional costs associated with a simple cremation service?
The only additional fees are county fees, which are subject to change and payable to the county to facilitate the cremation process. Death certificate fees in California are $21 for each certified copy.
Can we still have a funeral service if we arrange a direct cremation?
Yes, of course. You can arrange a memorial service once you have the cremated remains returned.
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 shape of an ash scattering ceremony, a candlelit vigil, or a tribute. We have resources to help you plan and create your own memorial tributes in our Memorialization section.
Comparing cremation costs in Modesto, CA
As cremation is becoming a popular choice for residents of Modesto, several cremation service providers are serving Stanislaus County.
The cost of a cremation can vary significantly for the exact same service, so it is wise to ensure you compare cremation prices between a few providers to ensure you are benefitting from a value-for-money cremation service package.
It is essential to verify that a direct cremation package includes all necessary items.
A cremation significantly reduces funeral costs, especially direct cremation, as the average funeral cost in Modesto is $5,581.
How can you save money when arranging a simple cremation service in Modesto, CA?
A direct cremation is the most economical means of disposition. In Modesto, a direct cremation can be conducted for $1,346 complete, making this a very affordable funeral option.
If you need to keep funeral costs down, a simple cremation arranged through a cremation provider is your most affordable cremation option in Modesto, CA.
You can then arrange your memorial services once the cremated remains are returned. This significantly reduces funeral expenses.
What do I need to know about arranging a cremation? What are the legal requirements?
A cremation authorization form must be signed by the legal next of kin for a cremation to proceed. If there are multiple siblings, all must sign and agree for a cremation to be carried out.
There is a 24-hour mandatory waiting period after death before cremation can proceed.
If you qualify for Social Security, you may be entitled to the 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; however, with a direct cremation, the funeral provider typically requires payment upfront.
There is minimal public assistance support for funeral costs, which can vary by county. Check out the Stanislaus County Community Services Agency. Phone: (209) 558-5142
How do I obtain a copy of a death certificate?
You can obtain copies of a death certificate from the Vital Records office at Stanislaus County Clerk-Recorder, 1021 I Street, Suite 101, Modesto, CA, 95354. Phone: (209) 525-5250
What happens if the deceased is taken to the Coroner’s Office?
Suppose there were circumstances surrounding the death that led to the deceased being taken to the County Coroner’s office. In that case, you will need to employ the services of a funeral director as soon as possible to liaise with the Coroner to 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 and cremation permit, it is generally easy to maintain a low cost for direct cremation for an individual who has been in the care of the Medical Examiner.
Stanislaus County Medical Examiner & Coroner office is at: 250 Hackett Road Modesto CA 95358, (209) 525-7216
Please contact your local DFS Memorials cremation services provider at (209) 208-6434 with any further questions or to arrange an immediate low-cost cremation service.
