Funeral provider · Pasadena, CA

Cal Direct Cremation

Name: Cal Direct Cremation
Address: Pasadena, CA, US
Telephone: (323) 282-5457
Price range: $995
Rating: 5

5.0(4) Verified on Google

Cal Direct Cremation is a direct cremation provider serving Los Angeles and surrounding Southern California areas, offering a single all-inclusive $995 cremation package that includes transportation, refrigeration, permits, individual cremation, and urn delivery within 30 miles.

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Starting price: $995

About Cal Direct Cremation

Cal Direct Cremation is an independent cremation service operating in Southern California. The company specializes in direct cremation—simple, affordable cremation without traditional funeral services—and emphasizes transparent, all-inclusive pricing with no hidden costs. They offer a flat-rate $995 package that covers transportation from place of death, refrigeration, death certificate and permit filing, private individual cremation, a durable urn, and personal delivery of remains. The firm operates 24/7 and serves Los Angeles and surrounding areas in California.

Cal Direct Cremation prices

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Service prices
Direct Cremation Package	$995

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Cal Direct Cremation packages

Direct Cremation Package

$995

Transportation from place of death (within 30 miles)
Refrigeration
Death certificate and permit filing
Social Security notification
Private individual cremation
Durable cremation urn
County permit fee
Sales tax
Personal delivery of the urn (up to 30 miles from the office)

All-inclusive package with no hidden costs

Packages and prices are as published by the provider and can change — always confirm the itemized list directly.

Services offered

Funeral homes

Payment & financing

Pre-need trust

Recognition & specialties

Specialties

Direct cremation

Where is Cal Direct Cremation?

Pasadena, CA

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Hours

Monday: 24/7
Tuesday: 24/7
Wednesday: 24/7
Thursday: 24/7
Friday: 24/7
Saturday: 24/7
Sunday: 24/7

Cal Direct Cremation reviews

Updated July 2026

5.0

4 reviews

Rating from Google · updated July 2026

5.0 from 4 reviews on google

What funeral homes prices usually include

General context, not specific to Cal Direct Cremation: 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
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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

Can I pay for my cremation in advance?

Yes, we offer options to lock in our $995 price and pay ahead if desired.

Can I change my mind later?

Absolutely. You can update your instructions at any time — just contact us.

Is this legal in California?

Yes. Preplanning cremation is completely legal and follows California's guidelines.

How much does direct cremation package cost at Cal Direct Cremation?

Cal Direct Cremation lists direct cremation package at $995. 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 Cal Direct Cremation offer?

Cal Direct Cremation offers funeral homes. See the full breakdown and prices on this page.

Where is Cal Direct Cremation located?

Cal Direct Cremation is located in Pasadena, CA. Use the “Get directions” link on this page for a map.

Will Cal Direct Cremation 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.