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Cremation Services & Simple Cremation Costs in Whittier, CA

Compare direct cremation and cremation with a service, review what each published package includes, and speak with a director about your family’s needs.

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Our 4 Transparent Whittier Cremation Packages

Bundled packaged discounts save families thousands compared to itemized selections.

Direct Cremation (Packaged Discount)

$1,395.00

Complete direct cremation with container, transfer, refrigeration, crematory fee, urn, and state permit. (Itemized GPL Value: $4,677.00 — You Save $3,282.00).

  • Basic Services of Director & Staff Included
  • 24/7 Transfer within 30 Miles of Care Center
  • 6 Days Climate-Controlled Refrigeration & Shelter
  • Standard Cremation Container Included
  • Crematory Fee (up to 300 lbs.) Included
  • Durable Plastic Urn Included
  • 1 California Disposition Permit Included

Direct Cremation with Fiberboard Container

$1,550.00

Complete direct cremation package utilizing an upgraded heavy fiberboard cremation container with reinforced base.

  • Everything in Direct Cremation Package
  • Upgraded Heavy Fiberboard Container
  • 24/7 Local Care & Transport
  • Durable Plastic Urn & State Permit

Witness Cremation Service

$1,840.00

Allows immediate family to gather privately at our crematory for a final goodbye and witness the placement of the cremation container ($1,395 + $445 witness fee).

  • Everything in Direct Cremation Package
  • Private Family Witness Session (up to 6 guests)
  • Staff Accompaniment & Committal Prayer
  • Durable Plastic Urn & State Permit

Cremation with Funeral Service / Mass

$4,650.00

Complete ceremonial service with viewing, Mass or chapel service, ceremonial rental casket, and hearse prior to cremation. (Itemized GPL Value: $8,487.00 — You Save $3,837.00).

  • Everything in Direct Cremation Package
  • Professional Embalming, Dressing & Cosmetics
  • Ceremonial Hardwood Rental Casket Included
  • Cadillac Hearse & Service Director Staff
  • Service in Church or Chapel of Your Choice
  • Guest Registry Book & 100 Memorial Folders/Cards
  • Memorial Tribute Video (45 photos) & Photo Enlargement
Custom Additions

Cremation Extra Items & Merchandise

Add any of these itemized options to customize your family's cremation service.

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Certified Copy of Death Certificate (LA County)$26.00

Official certified copy issued by Los Angeles County Department of Public Health.

per copy
California Disposition Permit (Burial / Cremation)$12.00

Mandatory state filing permit for final disposition of remains.

per permit
Identification Viewing (30 Mins, up to 10 People)$350.00

Private identification session in our tranquil viewing suite before disposition.

per session
Simple Witness Cremation$445.00

Family attendance (up to 6 guests) to witness the container entering the retort.

per session
Full Witness Cremation Service$549.00

Extended gathering and reflection time in the witness room with committal prayer.

per session
Saturday Witness Surcharge$749.00

Weekend crematory opening and staff coordination fee.

per session
Pacemaker / Defibrillator Battery Removal$155.00

Required surgical extraction of medical battery implants prior to cremation.

per service
Scattering of Cremated Remains at Sea (Unattended)$275.00

Dignified sea scattering off Southern California coast with GPS certificate.

per service
Urn Division / Keepsake Split$35.00

Careful distribution of ashes into multiple keepsake urns or jewelry.

per urn
Ceremonial Rental Casket (Oak / Hardwood)$1295.00

Solid hardwood ceremonial casket with removable fresh cardboard interior liner.

each
Durable Black Plastic Urn (TSA Approved)$25.00

Secure, durable plastic temporary urn suitable for airline travel.

each
Standard Memorial Tribute Video (Up to 45 Photos)$125.00

Professionally edited slideshow set to music on digital MP4 format.

per video
California Secretary of State Apostille Expediting$150.00

Official state certification required for international repatriations.

per document
International Repatriation Document Processing$499.00

Consulate coordination, translations, and non-contagious disease certifications.

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Clergy / Officiant Honorarium$450.00

Honorarium provided directly to presiding priest, pastor, or celebrant.

per service
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GracePoint Funeral Home · License: FD2554 · 100% Upfront Pricing

Packaged Discount Applied

Direct cremation with transfer, refrigeration, alternative container, crematory fee, urn, and state permit.

Packaged Discount: You save $3282.00Itemized GPL Value: $4677.00 · Packaged Price: $1395.00
Active Discount
$78.00
Official Los Angeles County certified copies. Most families require 3 to 5 for financial, insurance, and property transfers.

3. Extra Items & Optional Services

Itemized Cost Summary

Direct Cremation:$1395.00
Death Certificates (3x @ $26):$78.00
Savings already included:$3282.00
Estimated Total:$1473.00

About this estimate:

License FD2554. Cemetery opening/closing, optional merchandise sales tax, and other applicable third-party charges are not included. Confirm final arrangements with a director.

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Simple Cremation Costs and Cremation Prices in Whittier

GracePoint Funeral Home publishes direct cremation at $1,395, direct cremation with an upgraded fiberboard container at $1,550, witness cremation at $1,840, and cremation with a funeral service or Mass at $4,650. The $1,395 direct cremation package includes basic staff services, transfer within 30 miles, six days of refrigeration, an alternative container, crematory fee, a durable plastic urn, and one California disposition permit. Certified death certificates and optional items are additional; see the General Price List for itemized prices and confirm your arrangement with a director.

If you are looking for cremation-only services near Whittier, our funeral home is located at 11743 Washington Blvd in Whittier and coordinates arrangements for nearby communities. The published transfer allowance is within 30 miles of our care center; call to confirm details for your location. Burial or interment of cremated remains is handled and priced by the cemetery separately.

Frequently Asked Questions About Cremation in Whittier

How much does it cost to get cremated?+

GracePoint’s published direct cremation package in Whittier is $1,395. It includes the listed transfer, refrigeration, container, crematory fee, urn, and permit. Optional items, death certificates, and applicable third-party charges can change the final total.

How much does cremation with burial cost?+

GracePoint’s direct cremation package is $1,395, but burial or interment of cremated remains is arranged and priced by the cemetery. Cemetery property and interment charges are not included in the cremation package; contact the cemetery for its current fees.

How much does cremation cost in Whittier?+

GracePoint’s published direct cremation package is $1,395. Cremation with a funeral service or Mass is $4,650. The selected arrangement, optional items, death certificates, and applicable third-party charges can affect the total; review the General Price List and confirm details with a director.

What is included in the $1,395 direct cremation package?+

The $1,395 package includes basic services of director and staff, 24/7 transfer within 30 miles, 6 days refrigeration, the cremation container, crematory fee, durable urn, and the state disposition permit.

What is the difference between simple cremation and cremation with a funeral service?+

The $1,395 direct cremation package is for cremation without a viewing or funeral ceremony. The $4,650 cremation with service package adds a viewing and ceremony or Mass, rental casket, hearse, and other listed items. See the package details and General Price List for full inclusions.

What is the average cremation price in Los Angeles County?+

There is no single price that applies to every arrangement. GracePoint publishes its own package prices, including $1,395 for direct cremation; this is not a claim about the countywide average. Compare each provider’s written price list and package inclusions.

Are death certificates included in the $1,395 base price?+

Certified death certificates are not included and are billed as a state/county cash advance at $26.00 per certified copy from the LA County Department of Public Health.

How much do we save with your packaged cremation discounts?+

Our Direct Cremation package provides a $3,282.00 savings compared to purchasing each service itemized on our General Price List ($4,677 itemized total).

Do you require embalming for cremation?+

No, California law does not require embalming for direct cremation or when there is no public viewing.

Can we add a private identification view before cremation?+

Yes, a private identification view (30 minutes, up to 10 guests) can be added to any cremation package for $350.00.

Can we scatter ashes at sea off Southern California?+

Yes, unattended sea scattering off the Southern California coast is available as an extra item for $275.00 with official GPS coordinates.