Business Details
We have operated as Des Moines Cremation for over 30 years, with our licensed funeral directors bringing extensive, specialized experience supporting families across the greater Des Moines area and surrounding communities. Our core mission is to provide simple, dignified cremation services at transparent, affordable prices, eliminating the unnecessary costs and complexity of traditional funeral services for families who prefer a straightforward, respectful end-of-life option. We maintain a fully on-site crematory, which ensures that the remains of your loved one never pass to a third party, and our licensed staff follows strict, verified procedures to guarantee the correct cremains are returned to every family. We offer flexible arrangement options to meet diverse family needs, including the ability to complete all paperwork and planning online from the comfort of your home, or in-person guidance from our professional counselors at our Arrangement Center. Our transparent pricing structure has no hidden fees, add-ons, or unexpected charges, and we guarantee our prices are the lowest in the entire Des Moines area for all our cremation packages. We provide 24/7 personal support to guide families through every step of the cremation process, whether you are making immediate arrangements following a loss or planning for future needs in advance.
We offer pre-planning and prepayment options that allow you to lock in current low rates, reduce financial and emotional stress for your loved ones after your passing, and ensure your final wishes are clearly documented and honored. Our simple cremation packages start at $895, and we also offer Celebration of Life service packages starting at $1745 for families who want to host a memorial gathering at a church or other facility of their choosing. We serve families across Polk, Dallas, Warren, Story, and Boone counties, including residents of Des Moines, Urbandale, West Des Moines, Waukee, Grimes, and all surrounding communities in our service area. We are deeply committed to treating every loved one with the utmost respect and care, ensuring that cost-conscious choices never mean sacrificing a proper, meaningful goodbye for your family. Our team prioritizes full transparency in every interaction, providing clear information about the cremation process, pricing, and options so families can make informed decisions without pressure or confusion.
We offer pre-planning and prepayment options that allow you to lock in current low rates, reduce financial and emotional stress for your loved ones after your passing, and ensure your final wishes are clearly documented and honored. Our simple cremation packages start at $895, and we also offer Celebration of Life service packages starting at $1745 for families who want to host a memorial gathering at a church or other facility of their choosing. We serve families across Polk, Dallas, Warren, Story, and Boone counties, including residents of Des Moines, Urbandale, West Des Moines, Waukee, Grimes, and all surrounding communities in our service area. We are deeply committed to treating every loved one with the utmost respect and care, ensuring that cost-conscious choices never mean sacrificing a proper, meaningful goodbye for your family. Our team prioritizes full transparency in every interaction, providing clear information about the cremation process, pricing, and options so families can make informed decisions without pressure or confusion.
Highlights and features
- Our licensed directors have over 30 years of local experience.
- Our on-site crematory ensures no third-party handling of remains.
- We offer transparent cremation pricing with no hidden fees.
- We provide 24/7 personal support for all cremation needs.
- We guarantee the lowest cremation prices in Des Moines.
Services
Simple Cremation
Our Simple Cremation package is designed for families seeking a straightforward, dignified end-of-life option without traditional funeral costs and complexity. It includes all required documentation, transportation, the cremation process, and a basic cremains container. This affordable service starts at $895 with no hidden fees or unnecessary add-ons for Des Moines area families.
Celebration of Life Services
Our Celebration of Life Services package is tailored for families who want to host a memorial gathering to honor their loved one. It includes all the components of our simple cremation package, plus support for hosting a memorial at your church, community facility, or chosen location. This full-service option starts at $1745, with transparent pricing and no unexpected add-on charges.
Veteran Cremation Services
Our Veteran Cremation Services are designed to provide affordable, respectful tributes for men and women who have proudly served in the U.S. military. We coordinate with the Iowa Veterans Cemetery to ensure all eligibility requirements are met and all necessary paperwork is completed. This service honors the sacrifice of veterans with a dignified, low-cost final arrangement option for their families.
Pre-Planning Services
Our Pre-Planning Services let you arrange cremation in advance, removing stress for loved ones after your passing. You can prepay at current low rates, file your vital statistics, and document your cremation wishes with our team. This proactive option gives you control over final arrangements while reducing financial and emotional burdens for your family.
Online Arrangement Services
Our Online Arrangement Services let you complete all cremation planning steps from the comfort of your home or office, no in-person visit required. Our secure platform guides you through every required field, and our team is available to answer questions via phone at any time. This convenient option eliminates travel and scheduling hurdles for busy families managing end-of-life arrangements.
Reviews (4)
Mike Cox
Jan 08, 2022
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Kevin and Elizabeth were so helpful, and made things easy for our family and were very helpful . When a loss of a loved one occurs, the family needs time to mourn, so it is comforting to know that Des Moines cremation will help with decisions that need to be made, then carry out these decisions in a professional manner, while letting the family mourn, without worry. Thanks Kevin and Elizabeth .
Takiesha Baird
Dec 18, 2021
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Losing a loved one, planning a Celebration of Life, working out all of the details, paying left and right for services, all while trying to find time to grieve is exhausting. Des Moines Cremation was one of the simplest and most affordable parts of this process. They handled my love one with care, responded promptly to my questions, and allowed me to choose everything I wanted via online versus having to setup another in person meeting during a difficult time. In addition, I was able to celebrate my loved one on their online obituary page.
Christy Jay
Jul 23, 2021
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No words can express our deep gratitude to Des Moines Cremation. We were so satisfied with how they handled our moms passing that we didnt even consider another option when dad passed in June. They go the extra mile including following up with us to see how we were doing a month after their passing. We highly recommend them.
Shari Kenoyer
Jul 03, 2021
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Des Moines Cremation made making my late brother's arrangements much easier than I had imagined. They were caring, informative and patient through the process. They were the best, in our time of sorrow.
