Funeral home · Santa Rosa, CA

Lafferty & Smith Cremation and Funeral Services

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Lafferty & Smith is a family-owned funeral home and crematory in Santa Rosa established in 1886. The firm operates its own on-site crematory and offers low-cost direct cremation services starting at $1,598 all-inclusive, along with traditional funeral services, pre-planning, and veterans services.

Independent, family-owned

Lafferty & Smith Cremation and Funeral Services, Santa Rosa

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Starting price: $1,598
Ownership: Independent, family-owned
Established: 1886

About Lafferty & Smith Cremation and Funeral Services

"Modern options, old-fashioned service since 1886." For 140 years, Lafferty & Smith Cremation and Funeral Services has been dedicated to families with one tenet: to care for families as they would want to be treated at the most difficult time in life. The family-owned funeral parlor strives to offer families the highest level of care while offering an affordable way to celebrate the story of a life well-lived, believing that the loss of a loved one should be cause for honor, not a financial burden. The firm owns and operates its own crematory.

Lafferty & Smith Cremation and Funeral Services prices

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Service prices
Low Cost Direct Cremation	$1,598

At $1,598, this sits within the typical national range of $1,000–$3,000 for direct cremation.

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Lafferty & Smith Cremation and Funeral Services packages

Low Cost Direct Cremation

$1,598

Basic services of funeral director and staff
Local area transfer of deceased to funeral home
Refrigeration up until cremation
Cremation process (up to 300 pounds)
Minimum alternative cardboard cremation container
Durable plastic cremated remains receptacle

All-inclusive starting price. Additional fees apply for: death certificates ($26 each), disposition permit ($12), CA state cremation regulatory fee ($11.50), sales taxes ($13.50), additional staff ($280 each if needed), out-of-area transport, cremation over 300 lbs ($175), pacemaker/device removal ($75), airtray container ($275+tax), coroner fees (variable), cremated remains shipping ($175).

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

Services offered

Cremation
Funeral homes
Prepaid funeral

Facilities

On-site crematory

Recognition & specialties

Specialties

Veterans services

Where is Lafferty & Smith Cremation and Funeral Services?

725 College Ave #1, Santa Rosa, 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

Lafferty & Smith Cremation and Funeral Services reviews

Updated July 2026

4.8

8 reviews

Rating from Google · updated July 2026

4.8 from 8 reviews on google

What cremation prices usually include

General context, not specific to Lafferty & Smith Cremation and Funeral Services: a typical cremation price covers the items on the left. Those on the right are common add-ons billed separately — ask for an itemized list.

Included

Transfer of the deceased into the provider's care
The cremation itself and crematory fee
A basic cremation container
Return of the ashes to the family
Filing of required permits and paperwork

Usually extra

A viewing, visitation, or memorial ceremony (that's a full-service cremation)
An urn beyond the basic container
Certified copies of the death certificate
Flowers, obituary notices, or catering

Frequently asked questions

How much does low cost direct cremation cost at Lafferty & Smith Cremation and Funeral Services?

Lafferty & Smith Cremation and Funeral Services lists low cost direct cremation at $1,598. 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 Lafferty & Smith Cremation and Funeral Services offer?

Lafferty & Smith Cremation and Funeral Services offers funeral homes, cremation and prepaid, and is a funeral home. See the full breakdown and prices on this page.

Where is Lafferty & Smith Cremation and Funeral Services located?

Lafferty & Smith Cremation and Funeral Services is located at 725 College Ave #1, Santa Rosa, CA. Use the “Get directions” link on this page for a map.

Can I reach Lafferty & Smith Cremation and Funeral Services after hours?

Yes — Lafferty & Smith Cremation and Funeral Services in Santa Rosa, CA answers its phones 24 hours a day, so you can reach someone the moment you need to, including nights and weekends.

Will Lafferty & Smith Cremation and Funeral Services 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.