California Cremation Society

Transportation of loved one from place of death, professional services by a California Cremation Director and staff, obtaining and preparation of required authorizations/death certificates/permits, initial Social Security notification, care and refrigeration of deceased, alternative cremation container, cremation by licensed operators, and disposition choice of release in basic container or scattering in San Francisco Bay near Golden Gate Bridge.

Department of Consumer Affairs fee ($11.50), death certificates ($26 each depending on county), disposition permit ($12), applicable sales tax, coroner fees, shipping or postage, special alternative containers over 250 lbs, and any type of viewing or ceremony.

At hospital/hospice/nursing home: ask the nurse to contact California Cremation Society at 408-998-4066. At home: call local police who will determine if coroner involvement is needed and authorize pickup. If medical examiner/coroner is involved: call 408-998-4066.

Cremated remains are typically returned to the California Cremation Society office in an appropriate urn 7-10 days after death has occurred.

California Cremation Society lists direct cremation package at $1,695. 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.

California Cremation Society offers funeral homes, and is a cremation society. See the full breakdown and prices on this page.

California Cremation Society is located in Santa Clara, CA. Use the “Get directions” link on this page for a map.

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.