Is cremation less expensive than burial?
That really depends on the type of services one has prior to the final disposition. If a person selects a casket, has a wake and funeral service followed by cremation and chooses a cremation urn, the cost may be equivalent to a traditional funeral service followed by burial. At Richmond Funeral Home, we also offer a “rental casket” among our casket offerings that can result in cost savings. On the other hand, direct cremation with no embalming, viewing or services is usually the least expensive alternative. It is important to compare costs because even prices for the simplest services can vary considerably among funeral homes. Back to Top 18.
