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Affordable Direct Cremation Services in the Twin Cities
At E Cremation Minnesota, we provide compassionate, affordable, and convenient direct cremation services designed to ease the burden during difficult times. Our process allows families to complete all arrangements online from the comfort of home, eliminating the need for in-person visits to a funeral home. We include essential services such as basic funeral director support, transportation of remains, medical examiner fees, and a temporary plastic urn in our all-inclusive direct cremation package. For those seeking additional options, we offer private family viewings, graveside services for cremated remains, and a selection of urns and memorial items.Our team ensures transparency with upfront pricing and clear guidance for obituary placement in local newspapers. Available 24/7, we prioritize simplicity and dignity, helping families honor their loved ones with minimal logistical stress. By focusing on core needs without ceremonial extras, we maintain cost-effectiveness while upholding professionalism and care.
Services
Direct Cremation
Private Family Viewing
Graveside Service
Urn Selection
Online Arrangements
Obituary Assistance
E-Signature Forms
Cremation Authorization
Death Certificates
Transportation Services
Highlights and features
- We offer direct cremation services starting at $1,495 with all-inclusive pricing.
- Our online arrangement process allows families to complete arrangements from home.
- We provide 24/7 support for immediate service needs.
- Transparent pricing with no hidden fees for medical examiner services.
- Flexible options include private family viewings and graveside burials.
Services
Direct Cremation
Our direct cremation service provides a simple, cost-effective option without ceremony. The $1,495 package includes funeral director services, transportation, medical examiner fees, and a temporary urn. This service focuses on essential needs while maintaining dignity and professionalism for families choosing cremation.
Private Family Viewing
This one-hour private visitation allows families to spend time with the deceased before cremation. The service includes use of a private room and placement of the deceased in a cremation container. Priced at $520, it offers a meaningful moment for closure without formal ceremony elements.
Graveside Service
Our graveside service handles burial of cremated remains at local cemeteries. For $345, we arrange transportation, provide a transfer vehicle, and oversee the burial service. This option supports families wishing to have a physical memorial location for their loved one's remains.
Urn Selection
We offer diverse urn options ranging from $100 to $600, including scattering tubes, wooden chests, and decorative urns. Our selection accommodates different preferences and budgets, with choices like the $412 Milano urn or $100 Scattering Tube for families planning memorial dispersal of remains.
Online Arrangements
Our digital arrangement process enables complete service planning from home. Through ecremationmn.com, families can select services, complete forms, and make payments online. This system eliminates in-person visits while maintaining transparency through digital price lists and e-signature documentation.
Questions
What is included in your direct cremation package?
Our $1,495 direct cremation includes funeral director services, transportation, medical examiner fees, cremation container, and temporary urn with no additional charges during business hours.
Can we view the deceased before cremation?
Yes, we offer a one-hour private family viewing for $520, where the deceased is presented in a cremation container in a private room at our facility.
Do you handle cremation arrangements outside business hours?
We charge an additional $595 for after-hours transfers outside regular 9 a.m.-5 p.m. operations, ensuring 24/7 availability for urgent needs.
How do you assist with obituary placement?
We provide guidance for placing obituaries in the Saint Paul Pioneer Press or Minneapolis Star-Tribune through our website's dedicated obituary assistance resources.
What payment methods do you accept?
Our online system accepts major credit cards for service payments, with payment information collected securely during the digital arrangement process.
Do you serve areas outside the Twin Cities?
We serve within a 35-mile radius and 7-county metropolitan area, with additional transportation charges of $2.95 per mile beyond these zones for cremation services.
