Funeral provider · Seal Beach, CA

First Choice Direct Cremations

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First Choice Direct Cremations is a full-service crematory in Long Beach, California offering direct cremations starting at $899, water cremations, burial at sea services, and specialized support for victims of violent crime. The facility features a large funeral reception area with 100+ seat capacity and high-definition video screens.

First Choice Direct Cremations, Seal Beach

Photo: Collins Sherie

Starting price: $899

First Choice Direct Cremations prices

Price list published · source

Service prices
Direct Cremation	$899
Water Cremation	$3,750

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First Choice Direct Cremations packages

Direct Cremation

$899

completion of all necessary paperwork and permits
crematory and third-party fees
cremated remains delivery via USPS Priority Mail, hand-delivery, or in-person collection

Starting price

Water Cremation

$3,750

all water crematory and third-party fees

Aqua water cremations

Burial at Sea

customized ash scattering arrangements

Service available for multiple guests

Direct Burial

Service offered

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

Services offered

Funeral homes

Who you’ll work with

Sherie Collins
SP5
Staff member at First Choice Direct Cremations

Facilities

Chapel seats 100
On-site crematory
Reception space

Recognition & specialties

Specialties

Direct cremation
Water cremations
Victims of Violent Crime support
Burial at sea
Witness cremations

Where is First Choice Direct Cremations?

Seal Beach, CA

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Hours

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

First Choice Direct Cremations reviews

Updated July 2026

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2 reviews

Rating from Google · updated July 2026

1.0 from 2 reviews on google

What funeral homes prices usually include

General context, not specific to First Choice Direct Cremations: 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

How much does direct cremation cost at First Choice Direct Cremations?

First Choice Direct Cremations lists direct cremation at $899. 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 water cremation cost at First Choice Direct Cremations?

First Choice Direct Cremations lists water cremation at $3,750. 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 First Choice Direct Cremations offer?

First Choice Direct Cremations offers funeral homes. See the full breakdown and prices on this page.

Where is First Choice Direct Cremations located?

First Choice Direct Cremations is located in Seal Beach, CA. Use the “Get directions” link on this page for a map.

Will First Choice Direct Cremations 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.