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Cheapest Cremation in Hillside, NJ (2026)

Prices from $990 at 1 cremation provider in Hillside. Sorted cheapest first.

How much does cremation cost in Hillside?

Cheapest Option $990 Funeral Service of New Jersey
Average Cremation $990 Hillside average
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Cremation Providers in Hillside — Sorted by Price

# Provider Direct Cremation Basic Services Fee Phone
🏆 Funeral Service of New Jersey
1070 N Broad St
 $990 $1,795 908-289-0500

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 Hillside

What is the cheapest cremation option in Hillside, New Jersey?

The cheapest direct cremation in Hillside is $990 at Funeral Service of New Jersey, located at 1070 N Broad St. Call 908-289-0500 for current availability.

Is direct cremation legal in New Jersey?

Yes, direct cremation is legal in all 50 states including New Jersey. 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 Hillside, New Jersey 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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