Cheapest Cremation in Providence, RI (2026)

Prices from $1,300 at 9 cremation providers in Providence. Sorted cheapest first.

How much does cremation cost in Providence?

Cheapest Option $1,300 Bright Funeral Home

Average Cremation $1,922 Providence average

Providers Compared 9 with pricing data

Cremation Providers in Providence — Sorted by Price

#	Provider	Direct Cremation	Basic Services Fee	Phone
🏆	Bright Funeral Home 290 Public St	$1,300	$2,495	401-331-9411
2	Bell Funeral Home Inc 571 Broad St	$1,350	$1,895	401-331-0200
3	Romano Funeral Home 627 Union Ave	$1,500	$1,900	401-944-5151
4	Olson & Parent Funeral Home Inc 417 Plainfield St	$1,685	$1,650	401-944-6460
5	Berarducci Funeral & Cremation Service 28 Grove St	$1,750	$1,995	401-421-2143
6	Gallogly, James J, & Sons Funeral Home Inc 671 Broad St	$1,995	$2,395	401-821-8484
7	Monahan, Drabble & Sherman Funeral Home 230 Waterman St	$2,395	$1,995	401-331-4592
8	Boyle, Russell J, & Son Funeral Homes 331 Smith St	$2,495	$2,495	401-272-3100
9	Pontarelli-Marino Funeral Home 971 Branch Ave	$2,830	$3,340	401-331-7390

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 Providence

What is the cheapest cremation option in Providence, Rhode Island?

The cheapest direct cremation in Providence is $1,300 at Bright Funeral Home, located at 290 Public St. Call 401-331-9411 for current availability.

Is direct cremation legal in Rhode Island?

Yes, direct cremation is legal in all 50 states including Rhode Island. 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 Providence, Rhode Island 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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