Funeral home · Corona, CA

Public Direct Cremations

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Public Direct Cremations is a direct cremation provider serving Southern California from its Anaheim location. It specializes in cremation services, offering packages ranging from basic direct cremation to services with identification viewing or witness cremation, and emphasizes online arrangement capabilities and transparent pricing.

Independent

Starting price: $1,395
Ownership: Independent

About Public Direct Cremations

Public Direct Cremations serves families in Southern California with a focus on direct cremation services. The provider emphasizes an easy online arrangement process, transparency in pricing, and compassionate care at direct cremation rates. The company indicates willingness to work with families experiencing financial difficulties and operates with 24/7 assistance and licensed funeral directors.

Public Direct Cremations prices

Price list published · source

Service prices
Direct Cremation	$1,395
Cremation with Memorial Service	$1,695
Cremation with Viewing	$1,795

At $1,395, this sits within the typical national range of $1,000–$3,000 for direct cremation.

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Public Direct Cremations packages

Direct Cremation

Basic services of funeral director and staff
Transfer of loved one to funeral home
Sheltering
Cremation process
Alternative cremation container
Temporary urn

Simple and flexible farewell without viewing or service

Cremation With Identification Viewing

Basic service fee
Transfer of deceased into care
Sheltering of remains
Alternative container
Staff and coordination for 60-minute viewing for immediate family

Limited to 10 people; does not include additional preparation costs if desired

Cremation With Witness Cremation

1 hour visitation and witness cremation

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

Recognition & specialties

Specialties

Direct cremation
Cremation with viewing

Where is Public Direct Cremations?

1835 S Lewis St, Corona, 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

Public Direct Cremations reviews

Updated July 2026

4.5

2 reviews

Rating from Google · updated July 2026

4.5 from 2 reviews on google

What cremation prices usually include

General context, not specific to Public Direct Cremations: 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 direct cremation cost at Public Direct Cremations?

Public Direct Cremations lists direct cremation 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.

How much does cremation with memorial service cost at Public Direct Cremations?

Public Direct Cremations lists cremation with memorial service at $1,695. 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 viewing cost at Public Direct Cremations?

Public Direct Cremations lists cremation with viewing at $1,795. 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 Public Direct Cremations offer?

Public Direct Cremations offers prepaid, cremation and funeral homes, and is a funeral home. See the full breakdown and prices on this page.

Where is Public Direct Cremations located?

Public Direct Cremations is located at 1835 S Lewis St, Corona, CA. Use the “Get directions” link on this page for a map.

Can I reach Public Direct Cremations after hours?

Yes — Public Direct Cremations in Corona, CA answers its phones 24 hours a day, so you can reach someone the moment you need to, including nights and weekends.

Will Public Direct Cremations 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.