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Our sympathies for your loss. We are here to help your family through this difficult and emotional time. To plan your Philadelphia area cremation:
How do I arrange cremation services in the Philadelphia area?

  • Call us to schedule the cremation process
  • We discuss your needs and get your information
  • We arrange for someone to pick up your loved one
  • When the paperwork is concluded, we move forward with the cremation
  • Following cremation, we return the cremated remains to the designated family member

Many prefer cremation because of its simplicity and because it’s so easy to arrange. Call us today at (610) 572-7078 to schedule your Philadelphia area cremation services.

Cremation Package I

$995
  • Includes transfer of deceased from a hospital, or coroners office, within the following counties: Philadelphia, Delaware, Montgomery, Chester, Bucks, Lehigh, Northampton, Berks.
  • Cremation Arrangements
  • Crematory Fee
  • Basic Urn Upgrade available with your choice of urn
  • Online Memorial
  • Social Security Notification
  • Assistance With Veteran Benefits
  • *Transfer from hospital when the death certificate has been certified. Additional fees may apply for county coroner cremation authorization. Additional fees apply for delivery or shipment costs of cremated remains.
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Cremation Package II

$1,695
  • Full Service Package, No Additional Fees.
  • 24-hour Transfer From Private Residence, Nursing Home, or Hospice Facility*
  • Coroner Fee
  • Cremation Arrangements
  • Online Memorial
  • Assistance With Veteran Benefits
  • Basic Urn Upgrade available with your choice of urn
  • *Shipment or delivery fees for cremated remains not included.
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How It Works: What to Expect After a Loved One Passes

Losing a loved one is never easy. Our goal is to make the cremation process as simple, affordable, and respectful as possible. We offer direct cremation, a straightforward option that does not include embalming and a formal viewing of the deceased’s body.

Below is a step-by-step guide to help you understand what happens after your loved one’s death and what actions you need to take.

What You Need to Know

  • We’re Available 24/7: Call us anytime—day or night—when a passing occurs.
  • No Hidden Fees: All essential services are included in our direct cremation package.
  • Paperwork Made Easy: We guide you through the required documents and authorizations.
  • Support Throughout: From the first call to the return of the ashes, we’re here for you.

Step-by-Step: What to Do When Someone Passes

Step 1: Call us immediately.

Contact the Cremation Society of Philadelphia at 610-827-5788 as soon as the death occurs. We’ll ask for key details about your loved one and the location of their passing and arrange to bring your loved one into our care.

Step 2: Complete authorization forms.

We’ll send you the necessary cremation authorization and vital statistics forms. These can be completed securely online. Once the paperwork is complete, we’ll register the death and obtain the death certificate on your behalf.

Step 3: Cremation takes place.

After all legal requirements are met, we proceed with the cremation at our licensed facility.

Step 4: Ashes (cremated remains) are returned to you.

Once the process is complete, we will return the cremated remains according to your preference—via mail or in person. Some families choose to have a service for their loved ones following cremation, while others say a private goodbye.

Have questions? Scroll down to our FAQs or contact us any time.

Direct Cremation FAQ

Direct cremation refers to the act of removing the body from the place of death to the crematorium. In direct (or simple) cremation, the body is not embalmed or present at a viewing or funeral. After the cremation takes place, the cremated remains are returned to the family.

Direct cremation providers offer the same type of cremation as funeral homes. However, most direct cremation providers do not have a facility that can be used for funeral services.

Direct cremations make up 38% of all cremations, according to the National Funeral Directors Association. Cremation with a memorial service makes up 35% of cremations. A casketed viewing followed by cremation accounts for 27% percent of cremations.

With direct cremation, the family says their goodbyes at the place of death before the body is transferred to the crematorium. Indirect cremation (or traditional cremation) refers to the act of the body being embalmed and displayed at an open-casket viewing before the cremation takes place.

Yes, you can plan for a direct cremation by making arrangements with a direct cremation provider. In addition, some cremation providers offer discounts for prepaid cremation. For more information on planning for direct cremation, fill out this contact form.