Cheapest Cremation in Summerville, SC (2026)

Prices from $1,695 at 3 cremation providers in Summerville. Sorted cheapest first.

How much does cremation cost in Summerville?

Cheapest Option $1,695 Parks Funeral Home, Inc.
Average Cremation $2,205 Summerville average
Providers Compared 3 with pricing data

Cremation Providers in Summerville โ€” Sorted by Price

# Provider Direct Cremation Basic Services Fee Phone
๐Ÿ† Parks Funeral Home, Inc.
130 West 1st North Street
$1,695 $3,175 (843) 873-3440
2 Albert A. Glover Funeral Home
113 Bryan St
$1,925 $1,325 843-871-1528
3 James A. Dyal Funeral Home
303 South Main Street
$2,995 $3,295 843-873-4040

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 Summerville

What is the cheapest cremation option in Summerville, South Carolina?

The cheapest direct cremation in Summerville is $1,695 at Parks Funeral Home, Inc., located at 130 West 1st North Street. Call (843) 873-3440 for current availability.

Is direct cremation legal in South Carolina?

Yes, direct cremation is legal in all 50 states including South 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 Summerville, South 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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