Cheapest Cremation in Lake Charles, LA (2026)

Prices from $1,695 at 5 cremation providers in Lake Charles. Sorted cheapest first.

How much does cremation cost in Lake Charles?

Cheapest Option $1,695 Combre Funeral Home

Average Cremation $2,357 Lake Charles average

Providers Compared 5 with pricing data

Cremation Providers in Lake Charles — Sorted by Price

#	Provider	Direct Cremation	Basic Services Fee	Phone
🏆	Combre Funeral Home 1200 Mill Street	$1,695	$1,995	337-436-3341
2	Fondel's Memorial Chapel 832 North Lyons Street	$1,850	$1,200	337-433-1707
3	Lakeside Funeral Home 340 East Prien Lake Road	$2,375	$2,195	337-656-2628
4	Johnson Funeral Home 4321 Lake St	$2,825	$3,615	337-478-8687
5	J. E. Hixson & Sons 3001 Ryan Street	$3,040	$2,995	337-439-2446

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 Lake Charles

What is the cheapest cremation option in Lake Charles, Louisiana?

The cheapest direct cremation in Lake Charles is $1,695 at Combre Funeral Home, located at 1200 Mill Street. Call 337-436-3341 for current availability.

Is direct cremation legal in Louisiana?

Yes, direct cremation is legal in all 50 states including Louisiana. 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 Lake Charles, Louisiana 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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