From
$1,735
Cremation Services
Funeral provider · Oakland, CA
Payless Cremation
5.0(49) Verified on Google
Payless Cremation is a cremation service provider serving the Oakland area with offices accessible by phone and online arrangement options. The company offers direct cremation, witness cremation, and cremation with farewell services, ranging from $1,295 to $3,695.
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Photo: Scott Gatze- Starting price
- $1,095
About Payless Cremation
Payless Cremation provides cremation services with an emphasis on affordability and dignity. The company facilitates arrangements online, by phone, or in person, and serves families during the cremation process from initial contact through final disposition. According to customer testimonials, the organization is known for compassionate service, follow-up communication, and flexibility with scheduling.
Payless Cremation prices
Price list published · source
| Simple Cremation | $1,295 |
|---|---|
| Witness Cremation | $1,895 |
| Cremation With Private Farewell | $1,995 |
| Cremation with public farewell | $3,695 |
| Forwarding remains to another funeral home | $1,750 |
| Receiving remain from another funeral home | $1,095 |
Prices are estimates and change. Providers must give you an itemized price list under the FTC Funeral Rule — always confirm directly.
Payless Cremation packages
Simple Cremation
$1,295Witness Cremation
$1,895Cremation With Private Farewell
$1,995Cremation with public farewell
$3,695Forwarding remains to another funeral home
$1,750Receiving remain from another funeral home
$1,095Packages and prices are as published by the provider and can change — always confirm the itemized list directly.
Services offered
- Funeral homes
Where is Payless Cremation?
Oakland, 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
Payless Cremation reviews
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5.0
49 reviews
Rating from Google · updated July 2026
5.0 from 49 reviews on google
What funeral homes prices usually include
General context, not specific to Payless Cremation: 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 simple cremation cost at Payless Cremation?
Payless Cremation lists simple 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 witness cremation cost at Payless Cremation?
Payless Cremation lists witness cremation at $1,895. 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 cremation with private farewell cost at Payless Cremation?
Payless Cremation lists cremation with private farewell 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.
What services does Payless Cremation offer?
Payless Cremation offers funeral homes. See the full breakdown and prices on this page.
Where is Payless Cremation located?
Payless Cremation is located in Oakland, CA. Use the “Get directions” link on this page for a map.
Will Payless Cremation 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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