Cheapest Cremation in Fort Smith, AR (2026)

Prices from $1,295 at 5 cremation providers in Fort Smith. Sorted cheapest first.

How much does cremation cost in Fort Smith?

Cheapest Option $1,295 Lewis Funeral Chapel

Average Cremation $1,884 Fort Smith average

Providers Compared 5 with pricing data

Cremation Providers in Fort Smith — Sorted by Price

#	Provider	Direct Cremation	Basic Services Fee	Phone
🏆	Lewis Funeral Chapel 4817 Kelley Highway	$1,295	$1,795	479-783-0503
2	Ocker-Putman Funeral Home 4500 Jenny Lind Road	$1,495	$1,400	479-646-5555
3	Rowell-Parish Mortuary 611 North 9th Street	$1,500	$1,500	479-782-9200
4	Edwards Funeral Home 201 North 12th Street	$2,565	$2,895	479-782-8203
5	Fentress Mortuary 1805 North A Street	$2,565	$2,895	479-783-6178

What is included in direct cremation?

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Transportation

Transfer of the deceased from the place of death to the crematory.

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Death certificate filing

The funeral home completes and files the death certificate with the state. Additional certified copies are typically $10–$25 each.

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Cremation

The actual cremation process, carried out at a licensed crematory.

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Return of remains

Ashes returned in a basic plastic or cardboard container. Upgrades to urns cost extra.

What is NOT included in direct cremation:

Embalming (not needed for direct cremation)
Viewing or visitation
Formal funeral service or ceremony
Decorative urn (add $50–$500+)
Obituary placement
Flowers

Many families choose direct cremation and then hold a separate memorial service at home, a park, or a place of worship — at no additional cost to the funeral home.

Frequently Asked Questions — Cremation in Fort Smith

What is the cheapest cremation option in Fort Smith, Arkansas?

The cheapest direct cremation in Fort Smith is $1,295 at Lewis Funeral Chapel, located at 4817 Kelley Highway. Call 479-783-0503 for current availability.

Is direct cremation legal in Arkansas?

Yes, direct cremation is legal in all 50 states including Arkansas. The FTC Funeral Rule guarantees your right to choose only the services you want. No funeral home can require you to purchase embalming, a viewing, or a casket if you choose direct cremation.

What is the difference between direct cremation and cremation with a service?

Direct cremation has no embalming, no viewing, and no funeral ceremony at the funeral home. It's the simplest and least expensive option. Cremation with a service (sometimes called "cremation with memorial") adds one or more of those elements — a viewing before cremation, a funeral ceremony at the funeral home, or a graveside service. Each addition increases the cost.

Can I hold a memorial service after direct cremation?

Yes. Many families choose direct cremation precisely because it separates the practical arrangements from the memorial. Once you have the ashes, you can hold a memorial service anywhere — at home, at a park, at a church, or at a restaurant — at any time that works for the family. There is no funeral home fee for this.

About This Pricing Data

Cremation prices for Fort Smith, Arkansas are sourced from OfficialObituary.com's directory of 10,000+ funeral homes. Prices are collected from individual funeral home General Price Lists and updated periodically. Always confirm current pricing directly with the provider before making arrangements.

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