Cheapest Cremation in Gastonia, NC (2026)

Prices from $1,010 at 9 cremation providers in Gastonia. Sorted cheapest first.

How much does cremation cost in Gastonia?

Cheapest Option $1,010 Gregory Funeral Service
Average Cremation $1,738 Gastonia average
Providers Compared 9 with pricing data

Cremation Providers in Gastonia โ€” Sorted by Price

# Provider Direct Cremation Basic Services Fee Phone
๐Ÿ† Gregory Funeral Service
315 South Chestnut Street
$1,010 $1,625 704-867-4364
2 A Simple Service Burial & Cremation
451 Hospital Drive
$1,095 $895 704-884-0150
3 Costner Funeral Home
2425 West Franklin Boulevard
$1,300 $1,725 704-864-6787
4 Withers & Whisenant Funeral Home
2916 Union Road
$1,425 $1,395 704-864-5144
5 Greene Funeral Service - West Chapel
216 Archie Whitesides Road
$1,510 $1,495 704-867-5521
6 Greene Funeral Service - South Chapel
1503 South York Road
$1,595 $1,695 704-853-1300
7 Martin's Funeral Home
601 North York Street
$1,800 $1,895 704-864-4526
8 Carothers Funeral Home
312 West 2nd Avenue
$2,390 $2,995 704-867-6337
9 McLean Funeral Directors
700 South New Hope Road
$3,515 $2,400 704-865-3451

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 $10โ€“$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 $50โ€“$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 โ€” at no additional cost to the funeral home.

Frequently Asked Questions โ€” Cremation in Gastonia

What is the cheapest cremation option in Gastonia, North Carolina?

The cheapest direct cremation in Gastonia is $1,010 at Gregory Funeral Service, located at 315 South Chestnut Street. Call 704-867-4364 for current availability.

Is direct cremation legal in North Carolina?

Yes, direct cremation is legal in all 50 states including North Carolina. 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 โ€” 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 โ€” at home, at a park, at a church, or at a restaurant โ€” at any time that works for the family. There is no funeral home fee for this.

About This Pricing Data

Cremation prices for Gastonia, North Carolina 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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