Funeral provider · Whittier, CA

Public Direct Cremations

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Public Direct Cremations is a direct cremation provider in Southern California offering streamlined online arrangements. The company specializes in affordable cremation services with options for direct cremation, viewing, and witness cremation, emphasizing transparency and the ability to complete arrangements entirely online.

Independent

Starting price: $1,295
Ownership: Independent

About Public Direct Cremations

Public Direct Cremations understands that losing a loved one is a shocking and overwhelming experience. The company is committed to serving families with dignity, compassion, and value, regardless of financial status. If families are experiencing financial difficulties, they are asked to inform the provider so that the best possible options can be offered. Public Direct Cremations focuses on providing the highest quality service with utmost respect for all families, offering a healing experience that is sincere, trusted, and respectful while bringing peace and comfort to those who have experienced loss.

Public Direct Cremations prices

Price list published · source

Service prices
Direct Cremation	$1,295
Cremation with Service	$1,995

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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

Funeral homes

Payment & financing

Payment plans

Where is Public Direct Cremations?

Whittier, 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 funeral homes prices usually include

General context, not specific to Public Direct Cremations: 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 Public Direct Cremations?

Public Direct Cremations 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 cremation with service cost at Public Direct Cremations?

Public Direct Cremations lists cremation with service 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 Public Direct Cremations offer?

Public Direct Cremations offers funeral homes. See the full breakdown and prices on this page.

Where is Public Direct Cremations located?

Public Direct Cremations is located in Whittier, CA. Use the “Get directions” link on this page for a map.

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.