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Funeral provider · El Cerrito, CA
Pacific Interment Service
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Pacific Interment is a family-owned funeral and cremation service provider serving the Greater Bay Area since 1985, with facilities in San Francisco and Emeryville. The company operates its own licensed crematory and offers a full range of services including traditional cremation, aquamation (water-based flameless cremation), direct burial, witness cremation, memorial services, sea scatterings, and domestic and international shipping. They are recognized for their experience with diverse cultural and religious traditions and have achieved an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau.
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
Pacific Interment has been serving the Greater Bay Area since 1985 as a locally-owned, family-operated business. The company owns and operates its own licensed and inspected crematory facility located in Emeryville, California, as well as a licensed and inspected refrigerated holding facility. Pacific Interment has performed over 30,000 incident-free cremations and maintains spotless crematory inspection records. The company is distinguished by being Northern California's first and only on-site aquamation (water cremation) service provider. Jessica Mitford, author of "The American Way of Death," chose Pacific Interment for her own cremation.
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
- Collection of loved one
- Cremation without witnesses
- Return of ashes
Simplest form of cremation
Aquamation Flameless Cremation
- Water-based cremation
- Alkaline solution process
- Lower carbon footprint
Environmentally friendly alternative to traditional cremation
Witness Cremation
- 45 minutes in chapel
- Viewing of placement into cremation chamber
Allows family and friends to witness the beginning of cremation
Direct Burial
- Facilitation of entire burial process
Simplest form of interring remains; no witnesses or loved ones present
Private Memorial Charters
- Sea scattering of ashes
- Boat charter
- Ceremony at sea
Scattering of ashes at sea with memorial service
Non Witnessed Sea Scatterings
- Sea scattering of ashes
Scattering at sea without memorial service
Memorial Services
- Use of private chapel
- Service planning assistance
Available at Emeryville and San Francisco facilities
Domestic Shipping
- Full body shipping
- Ashes shipping
Shipping to any location in the United States
International Shipping
- Repatriation of remains or ashes
To countries outside the United States
Embalming
- Embalming services
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 Contra Costa County
Facilities
- On-site crematory
- Reception space
Faith & language
Faith traditions served
- Buddhist
- Hindu
Recognition & specialties
Specialties
- Aquamation (flameless water cremation)
- Witness cremation
- Sea scatterings
- Hindu cremation services
- Buddhist cremation services
- Taoist cremation services
- Diverse cultural and religious funeral traditions
Awards & recognition
- A+ Rating with the Better Business Bureau
- Over 30,000 Incident Free Cremations Performed
- Spotless Crematory Inspection Records
Where is Pacific Interment Service?
El Cerrito, 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
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 El Cerrito, 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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