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Cheapest Cremation in Des Plaines, IL (2026)

Prices from $2,275 at 5 cremation providers in Des Plaines. Sorted cheapest first.

How much does cremation cost in Des Plaines?

Cheapest Option $2,275 John G. Adinamis Funeral Director, Ltd.
Average Cremation $3,123 Des Plaines average
Providers Compared 5 with pricing data

Cremation Providers in Des Plaines — Sorted by Price

# Provider Direct Cremation Basic Services Fee Phone
🏆 John G. Adinamis Funeral Director, Ltd. $2,275 $2,890 847-375-0095
2 G. L. Hills Funeral Home
745 Graceland Avenue
 $2,475 $2,200 847-699-9003
3 G.L. Hills Fueral Home and Cremation Ceter
Graceland Avenue
 $2,475 $2,200 —
4 Oehler Funeral Homes LTD
2099 Miner St
 $4,195 $4,195 847-824-5155
5 Ridgewood Memorial
9900 Milwaukee Ave
 $4,195 $4,195 847-824-4145

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 Des Plaines

What is the cheapest cremation option in Des Plaines, Illinois?

The cheapest direct cremation in Des Plaines is $2,275 at John G. Adinamis Funeral Director, Ltd.. Call 847-375-0095 for current availability.

Is direct cremation legal in Illinois?

Yes, direct cremation is legal in all 50 states including Illinois. 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 Des Plaines, Illinois 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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