Direct CREMATION
A Direct Cremation
The Journey: Step Two
The Journey: Step One
A Direct Cremation is when the cremation occurs shortly after the passing of a loved one and occurs without having a viewing or funeral service before the cremation.
The Journey: Step One
The Journey: Step Two
The Journey: Step One
1. Our Licensed Funeral Director will come to you and work with you on making arrangements for the cremation.
The Journey: Step Two
The Journey: Step Two
The Journey: Step Three
2. Your loved one is picked up, transported to our climate controlled facility, finger printed and readied for cremation.
Your loved one never leaves our care.
The Journey: Step Three
The Journey: Step Three
The Journey: Step Three
3. All the necessary paperwork, forms and permits are completed.
The Journey: Step Four
The Journey: Step Three
The Journey: Step Five
4. The Cremation is completed.
The Journey: Step Five
The Journey: Step Three
The Journey: Step Five
5. The Cremated Remains are returned to you.
American Flag
Veteran's Discount
Veteran's Discount
We will obtain an American Flag for a Veteran at no charge
Veteran's Discount
Veteran's Discount
Veteran's Discount
We are pleased to offer a discount for those who have served our country.
$1,395.00
Please call for details
Veteran Urn
Veteran's Discount
Veteran Urn
A wooden Urn with the branch of service is included.
When to Get Started
We understand that you have options when selecting a service to perform a Cremation.
We want to Thank you for choosing Journey Cremations in your time of need.
If a death has occurred, contact us immediately at 1-224-283-0778
To get started, all we need is the appropriate release completed to bring your loved one into our care.
We can do this over the phone or in person.
Uncertain of the time of your Need? Call us to set up a meeting.
Please contact us to set up an appointment to meet at our office in Rolling Meadows, Illinois or at your location to discuss your future needs.
CREMATION URNS
Urns Included
You can choose from the following selection of Wood Urns as part of our all inclusive plan.
Wood Urn
Veteran's Wood Urn
Veteran's Wood Urn
Optional Urns Are Available As Priced in The Catalog
Additional Urns are available. Costs are in our catalog. Please click on the orange box below to view the selections.
View the Catalog by Clicking the Orange Box below
We are proud to offer a selection of Urns & Memorial items through Crescent Memorial.
Marble Burial Urn
Please note that Marble Urns do vary in their Marbling. You can see other Urns in the catalog/ All are priced individually.
Metal Urns
A wide variety of Metal Urns are available in our catalog for an additional cost.
Engraved Urns
Many Urns can be engraved with Names and or Graphics. Please see the graphic items in the catalog. Engraving prices are additional.
Wooden Urns
A wide variety of Wooden Urns are available in our catalog for an additional cost.
Jewelry
A wide variety of Jewelry is available in our catalog for an additional cost. Some can include the finger print of your loved one.
FAQs
Do you offer a discount for Veterans?
Yes, the cost is $100.00 less than the regular price. In addition we provide a Veteran's Urn at no cost.
Will my loved be cremated by you or do you use an outside service?
Yes, your loved will be cremated by us at our crematory. Once we take your loved one into our care, they never leave us until we bring them back home to you.
Are more than one person cremated at the same time?
Never! It is against the law and we would never consider it.
Can a Direct Cremation be completed without having to meet face to face?
Yes. Now, more than ever we are being asked to make arrangements via the phone, with facetime or a variety of other methods. With the use of email and faxes Journey Cremations can complete all the necessary paperwork and provide you with the same respectful and caring service.
What does a Direct Cremation really cost?
Often arriving at the real cost of a cremation involves many variables. Where are you located, deceased’s weight, permits, urns, shipping, taxes etc are all items to be determined. However, Journey Cremations has created an All Inclusive plan that removes all these variables. You will be presented with the one price we offer. No questions or struggling to make decisions to determine the price.
Can the ashes from a cremation still be buried at a cemetery?
Yes, the cremains of a loved one may be interned at a cemetery. A burial vault for the cremains can be obtained from Journey Cremations. This vault will hold the cremains for burial whether the ashes have been placed in an Urn or not.
Do you notify the Social Security Administration when someone dies?
Yes, as part of the process to create the death certificate, Social Security is notified.
What exactly is a Direct Cremation?
A direct cremation is when the cremation is done shortly after the passing of a loved one and occurs without having a viewing or funeral service before the cremation.
When do people normally hold a memorial service after a direct cremation?
We have found that the time frame is solely dependent on what works for the family. Often the memorial service is held within two months of passing. Some families have chosen to wait for a year to pass and hold the memorial service on the anniversary of the passing.
Will I meet with a Funeral Director when making arrangements?
Yes. You will always meet with a licensed Funeral Director when you make your arrangements with Journey Cremations whether in person or on the phone.
