How much does cremation cost in Saint Louis?
Cheapest Option $695 Harris, William C, Funeral Dirs & Crematory Service
Average Cremation $2,093 Saint Louis average
Providers Compared 19 with pricing data
Cremation Providers in Saint Louis — Sorted by Price
| # | Provider | Direct Cremation | Basic Services Fee | Phone |
| 🏆 | Harris, William C, Funeral Dirs & Crematory Service 9825 Halls Ferry Rd | $695 | $1,795 | 314-868-9500 |
| 2 | Beal, A L, Mortuary 4746 W Florissant Ave | $895 | $1,395 | 314-389-9675 |
| 3 | Lord Funeral Home 2900 Telegraph Rd | $1,395 | $1,450 | 314-845-2838 |
| 4 | Kutis Funeral Home Inc/Affton Chapel 10151 Gravois Rd | $1,495 | $2,200 | 314-842-4458 |
| 5 | Kutis Funeral Home Inc/City Chapel 2906 Gravois Ave | $1,495 | $2,200 | 314-772-3000 |
| 6 | Kutis Funeral Home Inc/S County Chapel 5255 Lemay Ferry Rd | $1,495 | $2,200 | 314-894-4500 |
| 7 | Chulick Funeral Home 5611 S Grand Blvd | $1,500 | $1,250 | 314-351-0060 |
| 8 | Ambruster Chapel Funeral Home & Cremation 6633 Clayton Rd | $1,595 | $1,795 | 314-863-1300 |
| 9 | Gebken-Benz Mortuary 2842 Meramec St | $1,650 | $1,700 | 314-752-9300 |
| 10 | Layne Renaissance Chapel 7302 W Florissant Ave | $1,652 | $1,895 | 314-382-1214 |
| 11 | Layne, Austin A, Mortuary Inc 7239 W Florissant Ave | $1,652 | $1,895 | 314-381-6900 |
| 12 | Kriegshauser(West Mortuary) 9450 Olive Blvd | $2,541 | $2,795 | 314-994-3322 |
| 13 | Berger Memorial Chapel 4715 McPherson Ave | $2,936 | $2,495 | 314-361-0622 |
| 14 | Calcaterra Funeral Home 5142 Daggett Ave | $2,936 | $3,095 | 314-771-3383 |
| 15 | Colonial Mortuary Hoffmeister-Kriegshauser 6464 Chippewa St | $2,936 | $3,330 | 314-832-7770 |
| 16 | Hoffmeister Colonial Mortuary 6464 Chippewa Street | $2,936 | $3,330 | +13148327770 |
| 17 | Hoffmeister Mort(South County Chapel) 1515 Lemay Ferry Rd | $2,936 | $3,095 | 314-544-7100 |
| 18 | Buchholz Mortuary 1645 Redman Ave | $3,401 | $2,165 | 314-741-7400 |
| 19 | Lupton Chapel Inc 7233 Delmar Blvd | $3,630 | $2,390 | 314-721-1870 |
What is included in direct cremation?
✓ Transportation Transfer of the deceased from the place of death to the crematory.
✓ Death certificate filing The funeral home completes and files the death certificate with the state. Additional certified copies are typically $10–$25 each.
✓ Cremation The actual cremation process, carried out at a licensed crematory.
✓ 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 Saint Louis
What is the cheapest cremation option in Saint Louis, Missouri?
The cheapest direct cremation in Saint Louis is $695 at Harris, William C, Funeral Dirs & Crematory Service, located at 9825 Halls Ferry Rd. Call 314-868-9500 for current availability.
Is direct cremation legal in Missouri?
Yes, direct cremation is legal in all 50 states including Missouri. 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
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General Price Lists and updated periodically. Always confirm current pricing directly
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