Cremation & Burial packages at
Best Choice Cremation
The first steps of pre-planning can be the most difficult. At Best Choice Cremation we will assist you through the process of your pre-planning options, service choices, financing and aftercare of your arrangements.
Cremation packages we offer
We have a variety of packages to fit every family and budget. Whether it be direct cremation or a full funeral service following the cremation, Best Choice Cremation can fit your cremation service need. Please do not hesitate to contact us (800) 701-8505.
Direct Cremation starting at $1,000
Total & Complete Charge
- Removal from LA and All of Orange County
- Filing of Death Certificate
- Cremation Container
- Standard or temporary plastic urn
- Non-Witness Scattering (Non-witnessed scattering at sea if chosen. Certificate of Scattering included)
- Assistance in Processing VA, Social Security, and Insurance Policies
- The basic services of the funeral director, staff, and overhead
- Transferring the Remains to the funeral home; securing and filing necessary certificates and permits
- Refrigeration
- Delivery of Remains to crematory and return of cremated Remains to the funeral home
Cremation with Viewing starting at $2,695
Total & Complete Charge Excluding Casket
- Basic Services of the Funeral Director
- Staff and overhead
- Transferring the remains to the funeral home
- Securing and filing documents and permits
- Embalming and grooming
- Use of staff for viewing (2 hours)
- Transfer of remains to crematory
- Return of cremated remains from crematory
- Cremation fees
- Temporary plastic container
Traditional Funeral with Cremation starting at $3,250
Total & Complete Charge Excluding Casket
- The basic services of the funeral director, staff, and overhead
- Transferring the remains to the funeral home
- Securing and filing documents and permits
- Embalming and grooming
- Use of staff for viewing and funeral ceremony
- Use of our ceremony (rental) casket and insert
- Transfer of remains to crematory
- Return of cremated remains from crematory & cremation fees
- Temporary plastic container
Our service area
Our service area consists of Downey, CA and throughout Los Angeles County. Our services extend to Orange County.
To arrange a pick up for your loved one you must contact the proper authorities. A legal pronouncement of death must be declared. If your loved one dies inside of a medical or nursing facility like a hospital or nursing home, the staff will handle getting this declaration made. If your loved one passes at home, you need to immediately contact the local emergency officials to come and take them to a hospital where they can be legally declared dead. Family members who pass under hospice care can be declared dead by the hospice staff. This legal declaration must be made before the family can proceed with making any funeral arrangements or handling any legal affairs.
Burial packages we offer
We have a variety of packages to fit every family and budget. Whether it be direct cremation or a full funeral service following the cremation, Best Choice Cremation can fit your cremation service need. Please do not hesitate to contact us (800) 701-8505.
Traditional Funeral Service with Burial starting at $2,700
Total & Complete Charge Excluding Casket
- The basic services of the funeral director, staff, and overhead
- Transferring the remains to the funeral home
- Securing and filing documents and permits
- Embalming and grooming
- Use of staff for viewing, funeral, and graveside ceremonies
- Funeral coach and flower car
Simple / Immediate / Direct Burial starting at $1,000
Total & Complete Charge Excluding Casket
- The basic services of the funeral director, staff, and overhead
- Transferring the remains to the funeral home
- Securing and filing documents and permits
- Embalming and grooming
- Use of staff for viewing, funeral, and graveside ceremonies
- Funeral coach and flower car
Frequently asked questions
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How do I start?
To begin you will select the package of your choice and go through our easy checkout process. In this process you can add any additional services or memorial items that your family needs. Our staff will reach out to you quickly and begin to guide you through forms and date arrangements for your cremation service.
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Can I customize my package options?
Our packages are designed to be able to add a multiple of options. You may upgrade your urn options or purchase additional DVDs or USB thumbdrives of tribute videos. A selection of memorial items are available to you once you select to purchase the package that best fits your needs.
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Are there hidden fees?
Our online options offer the full price of our services. Our mission is to remain transparent with our pricing while still providing your family the care and compassion you need from a professional service. If you have any questions please Contact Us. We are happy to help you during this time.
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What are other options for ashes?
When it comes to commemorating loved ones who have passed away, there are several creative and meaningful options beyond traditional urns. Here are a few alternatives:
Parting Stone: Parting stones are beautiful, handcrafted stones that can hold a small portion of cremated remains. These stones can be customized with engravings or designs, providing a tangible and personalized way to honor your loved one. They can be placed in a garden, kept indoors, or even carried with you as a comforting memento. Visit website here
Thumbprint Jewelry: Thumbies offers a deeply personal way to keep your loved one close. These pieces often feature a thumbprint impression of the deceased, either in the form of a pendant, bracelet, or keychain. Each piece is unique and serves as a touching reminder of the individual's presence and impact on your life.
Eterneva gems: Another option is to have a small amount of cremated remains incorporated into jewelry, such as pendants, rings, or earrings. These gems, often made of glass or resin, encapsulate the ashes, creating a stunning and wearable tribute. This allows you to carry a physical piece of your loved one with you wherever you go, keeping their memory close to your heart.
These alternatives offer diverse ways to honor and remember your loved one in a manner that reflects their personality and significance in your life. Whether you choose parting stones, thumbprint jewelry, or jewelry gems fused with ashes, each option provides a meaningful connection to the one you've lost. Visit website here