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Beautiful Burials At Sea
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Beautiful Burials At Sea is a cremation service based in Ventura, California that conducts ash scattering ceremonies aboard the vessel "Dreamer" along the Pacific Coast. The provider offers both attended memorials for up to 28–42 passengers (depending on season) and unattended ash scattering services, with pricing starting at $250–$295 for unattended services and $900–$995 for attended one-hour memorials.
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Photo: Josh Matheny - CDPS- Starting price
- $250
About Beautiful Burials At Sea
Beautiful Burials At Sea operates out of Ventura and specializes in ocean ash scattering ceremonies aboard their vessel, the "Dreamer." The service is designed as a peaceful way to memorialize loved ones along the California coast. They offer both attended memorial services with passengers present and unattended ash scattering options, with seasonal capacity variations.
Beautiful Burials At Sea prices
Price list published · source
| Unattended Ash Scattering | $250 |
|---|---|
| Hour Attended Memorial (Jan–May) | $900 |
| Hour Attended Memorial (June–Dec) | $900 |
Prices are estimates and change. Providers must give you an itemized price list under the FTC Funeral Rule — always confirm directly.
Beautiful Burials At Sea packages
Unattended Ash Scattering
$250- Ash scattering offshore
Date and time at company discretion. $250 cash/check, $295 credit card. Permit required.
1 Hour Attended Memorial (Jan–May)
$900- Attended memorial service aboard vessel
- Up to 28 passengers
$900 cash (checks must be received 10 business days prior), $995 credit card
1 Hour Attended Memorial (June–Dec)
$900- Attended memorial service aboard vessel
- Up to 42 passengers
$900 cash (checks must be received 10 business days prior), $995 credit card
Packages and prices are as published by the provider and can change — always confirm the itemized list directly.
Services offered
- Funeral homes
Recognition & specialties
Specialties
- Ocean ash scattering ceremonies
- Attended memorial services at sea
- Memorial flower baskets
Where is Beautiful Burials At Sea?
Ventura, CA
Get directionsHours
- Monday
- 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Thursday
- 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Friday
- 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Saturday
- 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Sunday
- 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Beautiful Burials At Sea reviews
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What funeral homes prices usually include
General context, not specific to Beautiful Burials At Sea: a typical funeral homes price covers the items on the left. Those on the right are common add-ons billed separately — ask for an itemized list.
Included
- The funeral home's basic services and staff fee
- Transfer of the deceased into their care
- Coordination of permits and paperwork
- Use of facilities for a viewing or service
- An itemized price list, required by the FTC Funeral Rule
Usually extra
- A casket, urn, or burial vault
- A cemetery plot or cremation fee
- Flowers, catering, and obituary notices
- Certified copies of the death certificate
Frequently asked questions
What permit is required for ash scattering at sea?
An 'Application And Permit For Disposition Of Human Remains' is required, with Line 16A stating 'Scatter off the coast of Ventura County, CA.' One permit is needed per person's cremains. The permit ($12) can be obtained from your mortuary/crematory in California or the Ventura County Health Care Agency at (805) 981-5172.
What vessel is used for memorials?
The vessel is called the 'Dreamer.'
Are unattended scatterings available on specific dates?
Unattended ash scatterings are done on dates and times at the company's discretion. If a specific date and time are requested, the service is charged at attended memorial prices.
How much does unattended ash scattering cost at Beautiful Burials At Sea?
Beautiful Burials At Sea lists unattended ash scattering at $250. Prices are estimates and can change — under the FTC Funeral Rule you can request a current itemized price list and pay only for the items you choose.
How much does hour attended memorial (jan–may) cost at Beautiful Burials At Sea?
Beautiful Burials At Sea lists hour attended memorial (jan–may) at $900. Prices are estimates and can change — under the FTC Funeral Rule you can request a current itemized price list and pay only for the items you choose.
How much does hour attended memorial (june–dec) cost at Beautiful Burials At Sea?
Beautiful Burials At Sea lists hour attended memorial (june–dec) at $900. Prices are estimates and can change — under the FTC Funeral Rule you can request a current itemized price list and pay only for the items you choose.
What services does Beautiful Burials At Sea offer?
Beautiful Burials At Sea offers funeral homes. See the full breakdown and prices on this page.
Where is Beautiful Burials At Sea located?
Beautiful Burials At Sea is located in Ventura, CA. Use the “Get directions” link on this page for a map.
Will Beautiful Burials At Sea give me an itemized price list?
Yes. The federal FTC Funeral Rule requires every funeral home to give you a written, itemized General Price List on request — in person or over the phone — and to let you choose only the goods and services you want. Always compare a couple of providers before deciding.
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