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Funeral provider · Hercules, CA
Pacific Interment Service
4.8(36) Verified on Google
Pacific Interment Service is a family-owned cremation and funeral home serving the San Francisco Bay Area since 1985, with multiple locations across six counties. It operates its own on-site crematory and refrigerated holding facility in Emeryville, and specializes in both traditional cremation and aquamation (flameless, water-based cremation), along with burial, memorial services, and sea scatterings.
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 for over 38 years since its founding in 1985 as a locally-owned family business. The company owns and operates its own licensed and inspected crematory and refrigerated holding facility, along with onsite preparation and viewing facilities. The firm is known for its "Spotless Crematory Inspection Records" and claims over 30,000 incident-free cremations performed. The provider holds an A+ Rating with the Better Business Bureau and was famously chosen by Jessica Mitford, author of "The American Way of Death," for her own cremation. Pacific Interment offers comprehensive services including direct cremation, aquamation, direct burial, witnessed cremation, memorial services, sea scatterings, domestic and international shipping, and embalming.
Pacific Interment Service prices
Price list published · source
| Direct Cremation | $1,295 |
|---|---|
| Aquamation Flameless Cremation | $1,995 |
| Direct Burial | $1,595 |
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
- Environmentally friendly cremation using water and alkaline solution
- Same result as traditional cremation with lower carbon footprint
NEW service; cutting-edge option
Direct Burial
- Collection of loved one
- Facilitation of cemetery interment
- No witnesses or loved ones present
Simplest form of burial
Witness Cremation
- 45 minutes in chapel for goodbye
- Witnessing of cremation chamber placement
- Culturally appropriate service
Particularly suited to Buddhist and Hindu traditions
Memorial Services
- Private chapel access at Emeryville or San Francisco locations
- Memorial event planning assistance
Accompany many cremations
Non Witnessed Sea Scatterings
- Scattering of ashes at sea
- Non-witnessed service
For families not wishing to hold a memorial service
Private Memorial Charters
- Charter boat for sea scattering
- Ceremony at sea
- Flexible boat size based on attendance
Traditional scattering service with family and friends present
Domestic Shipping
- Full body shipping
- Ashes shipping
Available for remains or ashes to any US location
International Shipping
- Repatriation of remains or ashes to another country
Call office for details
Embalming
- Professional embalming services
Can be added to any other service; performed by licensed funeral director
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 for Pacific Interment Service.
Faith & language
Faith traditions served
- Hindu
- Buddhist
Recognition & specialties
Specialties
- Aquamation (flameless, water-based cremation)
- Hindu cremation services
- Buddhist cremation services
- Taoist cremation services
- Witness cremation
- Sea scattering and private memorial charters
- Domestic and international shipping of remains
Awards & recognition
- A+ Rating with the Better Business Bureau
- Over 30,000 incident-free cremations
- Spotless crematory inspection records
Where is Pacific Interment Service?
Hercules, 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 $1,595. 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 Hercules, 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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