Affordable Cremation Services

Affordable Cremation Services in Syracuse: The Complete Guide

Every day, we hear stories about how people are struggling to find meaningful ceremonies to honor a loved one who has been cremated. Somehow they think that cremation means there can be no remembrance service, or commemorative event – and that’s simply not true.
 
A cremation service or ceremony simply sets aside time to celebrate the personality and accomplishments of someone you loved. And, it gives comfort and support to those left behind. It can take place prior to the cremation, or afterwards. It can also be part of a scattering ceremony.

Low Cost Cremation in Syracuse

We know that in today’s economy, price is an important consideration. No one wants to pay more than they have to in order to get what they want.

 

But, when it comes to shopping around for affordable cremation services, do you know what it is you really want or need?

 

Chances are, the answer is “no”, simply because you aren’t familiar with what a cremation company does. After all, how many times have you been faced with this end-of-life decision?


Our Cremation Services

Cremation has rapidly grown in popularity over the last decade. Therefore, to keep up with this demand we have perfected our cremation process and have made our cremation services a staple part of our funeral home. Our cremation services mainly differ in terms of the type of ceremony you would like with the actual cremation. Below we have highlighted some of our most popular cremation options.  

We offer a number of cremation services at our 3 locations in Manlius, Fayetteville, and Minoa. We are flexible with our cremation options, and allow some customization to meet your personal needs and wishes. Below is a quick overview of the cremation services we offer:
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What is Cremation?

Here is a simple definition for cremation:

Cremation is a method of body disposal that acts as an alternative to burial. Cremation reduces a body to ash by exposing it to very high temperatures within a large furnace. Many people simply think cremation involves setting the body on fire and letting it burn. However, the overall cremation process is much more technical in nature and done with complete care. Learn about our cremation process in full. 

Our Affordable Cremation Options

Cremation Preceded by a Funeral Service at Our Chapel

This cremation service option includes the use of our facilities for a viewing and then a funeral ceremony. After the funeral ceremony has concluded the actual cremation of the body will take place. This selection includes the use of our facilities for viewing and a funeral ceremony including family limousine service.
$3690

Cremation Followed by a Memorial Service at Our Chapel

For this selection, the cremation takes place first then a memorial service can occur at our chapel. The memorial service can take place weeks to months after the cremation. This selection includes the use of our facilities for a memorial service including family limousine service.
$3025

Cremation Preceded by a Private Farewell

This cremation service option consists of a 1-hour private family viewing in our chapel followed by cremation. This selection includes a private family viewing in our facility followed by cremation.
$2810

Cremation Without a Funeral or Memorial

Below is our most affordable cremation option available.

Direct Cremation Options

We have a few different direct cremation options. Click here to view the details of each. Essentially direct cremation does not include any type of ceremony and focuses just on completing the cremation. Direct cremation is the simplest and most cost-effective end-of-life option we provide.
View Our Direct Cremation Packages
$2345

More About Our Affordable Cremation Options

We are dedicated to providing the best cremation service for not only the families where our funeral homes reside but for neighboring cities in Central New York like Oneida and Syracuse. We consider ourselves to be cremation experts, and therefore with any type of cremation option you choose you can expect: 

Courteous, professional service.

Our dedicated staff will take care of all details, including prompt filing of required permits and notifications. Accurate completion of these essential documents not only ensures their acceptance by local or state agencies; it guarantees your loved one's cremation will not be delayed. 

Safekeeping and prompt return of cremated remains.

We know it's important for the families we serve to know their loved one will be coming home as soon as possible. That's why we promise to notify you as soon as their ashes become available and safeguard their urn until the time you are ready to receive them. 

Respectful care of the deceased and timely completion of cremation process.

Your loved one will be attended to by certified crematory operators; each of whom has been trained to provide both compassionate care for the deceased, and conscientious attention to detail throughout the cremation process. 
If you have any questions about our cremation services or would like to get started, please do not hesitate to contact us.  

What Should You Expect from a Basic Cremation Service?

Transport

Transportation from place of death to the facility

Shelter

If necessitated by law, sheltering the remains for the 48 hour waiting period

Security

Verification of identity prior to cremation by two licensed staff members

The Cremation Process

The cremation process, placement of cremated remains in a cremation urn & alternative cremation container

Paperwork

Filing all necessary paperwork, composing the obituary and submitting to newspapers

Cleaning Inspection

The crematory facility should be clean, and pass regular inspection by the state. All inspection records should be made available to you

In fact, the crematory facility should be accessible to you for a personal walk-through. If you call a crematory or cremation company and they decline your request for a tour, then cross them off your list. The crematory operators should be trained and certified by CANA, the Cremation Association of North America. Operator certification should be prominently displayed for your review.


Cremation Ceremony Ideas

Here are some popular places to hold an affordable cremation ceremony in Syracuse: 
  • The Beach
  • A Lake
  • A Local Park
  • The Family Backyard
  • A River or Creek Side
  • At Home
  • A Favorite Restaurant
  • A Golf Course
  • Onboard a Boat
The cremation ceremony you create should be full of experiences: sights, sounds, word, music; good food, and good friends. You could incorporate:
  • A photo slideshow of your loved one's life
  • A playlist of favorite songs
  • A time for guests to come forward to tell stories: they could light a candle or incense before or after story or offering has been shared.
  • Scattering the ashes during the ceremony
  • Distributing ashes in small containers so that guests take a memento to keep
  • Placing ashes in biodegradable balloons, to be released as a group
  • Placing small amount of ashes in floatable, biodegradable structure, to be released into water
  • Arranging for a dove or butterfly release
  • Gathering friends for a blessing of a garden or special spot in honor of your loved one
  • Blessings of various faiths or spiritual practices

Yes, the Best Cremation Price is Important... But Trust is Essential

We know that finding the best cremation price is an important consideration for many families. Yet, when it comes to making this end-of-life decision for yourself, or on behalf of a loved one, we believe that knowing you've chosen a trusted and thoroughly-professional cremation company provides more peace-of-mind than you can imagine.


And we're happy to provide both worlds to our clients: the best cremation prices & reliable and trustworthy professionals. Learn more about our affordable cremation costs by contacting us to discuss our cremation services.

Why You Should Think of Us as Your Trusted Cremation Services Provider

Schepp Family Funeral Homes offers flexibility when it comes to the above cremation services. We are well known for our "Price Match Guarantee". Learn more about our pricing and do not hesitate to get in touch with us to learn more about burial. 
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