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Pacific Interment Service
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Pacific Interment Service is a family-owned cremation and funeral home operating across six San Francisco Bay Area counties since 1985. It distinguishes itself as Northern California's first on-site aquamation (water cremation) provider and operates its own licensed crematory and refrigerated holding facility. The provider offers direct cremation, direct burial, aquamation, memorial services, sea scatterings, and shipping services.
Independent, family-owned
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Photo: Pacific Interment Service- Starting price
- $1,295
- Ownership
- Independent, family-owned
- Established
- 1985
About Pacific Interment Service
Since 1985, Pacific Interment has served the Greater Bay Area as a locally-owned family business. The company owns and operates its own on-site licensed and inspected crematory in Emeryville, as well as a refrigerated holding facility, with preparation and viewing areas. The business operates multiple chapels across its service areas in San Francisco, Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, San Mateo, and Santa Clara counties. Pacific Interment is known for offering Northern California's first on-site aquamation (water cremation) service and holds an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau, with a spotless crematory inspection record and over 30,000 incident-free cremations performed.
Pacific Interment Service prices
Price list published · source
| Direct Cremation | $1,295 |
|---|---|
| Aquamation Flameless Cremation | $1,995 |
| Direct Burial | $1,395 |
Prices are estimates and change. Providers must give you an itemized price list under the FTC Funeral Rule — always confirm directly.
Pacific Interment Service packages
Direct Cremation
- cremation without witnesses
- ashes returned
The simplest form of cremation; loved one is collected, cremation takes place without witnesses, ashes returned to family.
Aquamation Flameless Cremation
- water cremation
- alkaline solution
Environmentally friendly cremation performed with water and alkaline solution; lower carbon footprint than traditional cremation.
Direct Burial
- burial facilitation
Simplest form of interring remains in a cemetery; no witnesses or loved ones present.
Witness Cremation
- 45 minutes in chapel
- witnessed cremation process
45 minutes in chapel for family to say goodbye before deceased is taken to crematorium; serves cultural and religious traditions including Buddhist and Hindu practices.
Private Memorial Charters
- boat charter
- sea scattering ceremony
Private boat charter for ashes scattering at sea with memorial ceremony.
Non Witnessed Sea Scatterings
- sea scattering
Ashes scattered at sea without a memorial service or family attendance.
Memorial Services
- chapel access
- planning assistance
Memorial services with access to private chapels in Emeryville and San Francisco locations.
Domestic Shipping
- full body shipping
- ashes shipping
Shipping of full body or ashes to any location in the United States.
International Shipping
- repatriation
Repatriation of remains or ashes to another country.
Embalming
- embalming service
Embalming service offered by licensed funeral director; can be added to any other service.
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
Francisco Rivero
Licensed Funeral Director
FDR76
Licensed funeral director serving the Contra Costa County area.
Facilities
- On-site crematory
- Reception space
Faith & language
Faith traditions served
- Buddhist
- Hindu
Recognition & specialties
Specialties
- aquamation/water cremation
- witness cremation
- Buddhist cremation services
- Hindu cremation services
- sea scatterings
- domestic and international shipping
Awards & recognition
- A+ Rating with the Better Business Bureau
- Spotless Crematory Inspection Records
- Over 30,000 Incident Free Cremations Performed
Where is Pacific Interment Service?
Albany, CA
Get directionsHours
- 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
Pacific Interment Service reviews
Updated July 20264.8
4.8
36 reviews
Rating from Google · updated July 2026
4.8 from 36 reviews on google
What funeral homes prices usually include
General context, not specific to Pacific Interment Service: 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
What is aquamation?
Aquamation is cutting edge environmentally friendly cremation performed with water and an alkaline solution. It produces the same result as traditional cremation with a dramatically lower carbon footprint.
Do you offer witness cremation services?
Yes. Witness cremation offers 45 minutes in the chapel where participants gather to say goodbye in their culturally appropriate and sensitive way. At the conclusion of the chapel service, the deceased is taken into the crematorium. Pacific Interment has decades of experience conducting witness cremations for Buddhist, Hindu, and other religious traditions.
Can you help with shipping remains?
Yes. We can facilitate both domestic shipping to any location in the United States and international shipping/repatriation of remains or ashes to another country.
What are your operating locations?
Pacific Interment serves San Francisco, Alameda County, Contra Costa County, Marin County, San Mateo County, and Santa Clara County. The company operates offices in Emeryville and San Francisco with multiple chapels.
How much does direct cremation cost at Pacific Interment Service?
Pacific Interment Service lists direct 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.
How much does aquamation flameless cremation cost at Pacific Interment Service?
Pacific Interment Service lists aquamation flameless cremation 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.
How much does direct burial cost at Pacific Interment Service?
Pacific Interment Service lists direct burial at $1,395. 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 Pacific Interment Service offer?
Pacific Interment Service offers funeral homes. See the full breakdown and prices on this page.
Where is Pacific Interment Service located?
Pacific Interment Service is located in Albany, CA. Use the “Get directions” link on this page for a map.
Is Pacific Interment Service licensed and accredited?
Pacific Interment Service is a licensed funeral provider, with recognized industry memberships listed under “Good to know” above. You can always confirm a provider's current license with your state funeral board.
Will Pacific Interment Service 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.
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