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Cheapest Cremation in South Milwaukee, WI (2026)

Prices from $1,750 at 2 cremation providers in South Milwaukee. Sorted cheapest first.

How much does cremation cost in South Milwaukee?

Cheapest Option $1,750 Max A. Sass & Sons South Shore Chapel
Average Cremation $2,373 South Milwaukee average
Providers Compared 2 with pricing data

Cremation Providers in South Milwaukee — Sorted by Price

# Provider Direct Cremation Basic Services Fee Phone
🏆 Max A. Sass & Sons South Shore Chapel
1314 Manitoba Ave.
 $1,750 $2,350 414-304-5745
2 Molthen-Bell & Sons Funeral Home Inc
700 Milwaukee Ave
 $2,995 $2,930 414-762-0154

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 South Milwaukee

What is the cheapest cremation option in South Milwaukee, Wisconsin?

The cheapest direct cremation in South Milwaukee is $1,750 at Max A. Sass & Sons South Shore Chapel, located at 1314 Manitoba Ave.. Call 414-304-5745 for current availability.

Is direct cremation legal in Wisconsin?

Yes, direct cremation is legal in all 50 states including Wisconsin. 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 South Milwaukee, Wisconsin 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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