Clarity Funerals & Cremation

Cremation is a process that uses heat (via fossil fuels) to create temperatures between 1700°F and 2000°F. During the process, all organic material in the body burns away, leaving behind inorganic bones. After 2 to 2.5 hours in the machine, what is left are skeletal remains. The bones are swept out of the cremation chamber (also called a retort) and processed down to a fine particulate mixture typically called ashes or cremated remains.

The timeframe from the moment you notify us the death has occurred until the remains are returned to you can range from a few days to just over a week. Several factors can impact timing: the day of death (agencies may be out of office), the doctor's signature (doctors have 48 hours to sign), your paperwork (families can take days or weeks to return information), and busy cremation schedule (longer waits during cold/flu seasons and holidays). Rush cremations (under 72 hours) are possible with an additional fee.

Clarity has multiple safeguards and procedures in place. When someone arrives at the facility, they are given a distinct ankle tag. Prior to cremation, all documentation is reviewed and a metal disk with a unique ID matching the paperwork is placed in the cremation chamber with the body. The metal disk survives the cremation process along with the bones. The bones are processed and placed into a bag that is closed with the metal disk, allowing you to trace the disk through paperwork to verify all details of the process.

Yes. With a witness cremation, you (and a small group, if you wish) can come to the crematory and accompany your loved one as they are placed into the cremation machine. Selected family members or friends can help place the person into the machine and push the button that starts the cremation process. Other rituals such as letter-writing, dressing of the body, or music can be done with a witness cremation.

Clarity Funerals & Cremation lists simple cremation at $1,295. 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.

Clarity Funerals & Cremation lists witness cremation & id viewing at $1,495. 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.

Clarity Funerals & Cremation lists simple burial at $1,995. 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.

Clarity Funerals & Cremation offers funeral homes. See the full breakdown and prices on this page.

Clarity Funerals & Cremation is located in Manhattan Beach, 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.