Funeral home · Escondido, CA

SILVER LINING CREMATIONS

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Silver Lining Cremations & Burial is a family-owned funeral home and on-site crematory in Escondido serving San Diego County and surrounding areas. It is the only local facility offering a chapel and on-site witness cremations, and provides a range of services including direct cremation, memorial ceremonies, burial, and culturally-specific funeral packages for Buddhist, Hindu, Sikh, Muslim, Baha'i, and Mexican families.

Independent, family-owned

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Starting price: $1,295
Ownership: Independent, family-owned

About SILVER LINING CREMATIONS

We're Tatiana and Stanley—the heart behind Silver Lining Cremations & Burial. As a family-owned and operated funeral home, we've created a space that is peaceful, respectful, and rooted in community values. Our experience spans a variety of traditions, religious rites, and cultures. We believe in open pricing and compassionate service. No hidden costs—just trusted guidance in your time of need.

SILVER LINING CREMATIONS prices

Price list published

Service prices
Direct Cremation	$1,295
Witness Cremation	$1,625
Direct Cremation With Mexican Consulate Documentation	$1,600
Ashes to Home	$1,675
Sail Away Scatter at Sea	$1,925
Silver Package Cremation	$2,790
Baha'i Funeral & Graveside	$2,870
Hindu Religious Ceremony With Witness Cremation	$3,220
Direct or Immediate Burial	$2,595
Off-site Service With Graveside	$3,450
Off-site Service With Cremation	$3,550
Sikh Ceremony With Witness Cremation	$3,220
Muslim Graveside Ceremony	$3,695
Water Cremation (Alkaline Hydrolysis)	$3,950
Full Body Shipping to Mexico	$4,200
Muslim Traditional Funeral and Graveside	$4,395
Buddhist Religious Ceremony	$6,520

At $1,295, this sits within the typical national range of $1,000–$3,000 for direct cremation.

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SILVER LINING CREMATIONS packages

Direct Cremation

$1,295

Professional guidance and support from funeral director
One certified death certificate and cremation permit
Transportation to crematory (within 25 miles)
Refrigeration for necessary holding
Cremation using approved fiberboard container (up to 300 lbs.)
Plastic urn for ashes
Ashes available for pickup by authorized person

Witness Cremation

$1,625

Funeral director services and all legal documentation
Transfer to crematory (within 25 miles)
Private witnessed placement into cremation chamber (30 minutes max)
Refrigeration
Approved cremation container (up to 300 lbs.)
Cremation service
Plastic urn
Cremated remains ready for pickup within 24 hours

Direct Cremation With Mexican Consulate Documentation

$1,600

Funeral Director Fees
1 permit and 1 death certificate
Transfer to mortuary (25-mile radius)
Consulate Paperwork (include permit and one Mexican death certificate)
Approved material fiberboard cremation container
Crematory fee (up to 300 lbs.)
Free obituary on website

Ashes to Home

$1,675

Delivery of remains home within one week after cremation
High quality hardwood urn with lock and brass finished key with tassel and picture frame ($375 value)

Sail Away Scatter at Sea

$1,925

Transferring loved one to crematory (within 25 miles)
Cremation (up to 300 lbs.)
Scatter at sea off coast of San Diego County
1.5-2h tour on sailboat (6 people)

Sailboat departs from Oceanside, San Diego County near Oceanside Pier

Silver Package Cremation

$2,790

Bathing and sanitary care
Dressing, casketing, and hair styling
Staff services
Rental casket
Viewing and use of facilities for 1h
Expedited cremation
Guest book
Cleaning fee
Cremated remains prepared for pickup by authorized person

Experience can be customized with time extensions available

Baha'i Funeral & Graveside

$2,870

Pick-up and transportation to facility
Professional services (completion of required documents including Death Certificate and Disposition Permit)
Refrigeration for up to 10 days
Care and preparation including washing and shrouding
Utility vehicle
Funeral Service at Silver Lining (1h)
Graveside Ceremony (same day)
Obituary Listing on website
Disposition Permit
One death certificate

Casket additional cost

Hindu Religious Ceremony With Witness Cremation

$3,220

Religious ceremony including witness cremation at facility (2h)
Cremation container insert and viewing casket chaise

Direct or Immediate Burial

$2,595

Guidance and documentation from licensed funeral director
One certified death certificate and burial permit
Transportation to funeral home and cemetery (within 25 miles)
Refrigeration prior to burial
Casketing and professional preparation

Cemetery plot not included

Direct or Immediate Burial with Casket Included

$3,495

Guidance and documentation from licensed funeral director
One certified death certificate and burial permit
Transportation to funeral home and cemetery (within 25 miles)
Refrigeration prior to burial
Casketing and professional preparation
20-gauge steel, non-gasketed casket

Off-site Service With Graveside

$3,450

Care and preparation of deceased (closed casket)
Transportation to Funeral Mass at local Parish
Crucifix to be blessed and presented to family
Sign-in Book
Six Pallbearer Gloves
Rite of Committal at Graveside (same day within 25 miles)
Service Vehicle for flowers
Obituary Listing on website

Casket not included. If split days, additional vehicle fees $400. If over 25 miles, additional mileage may apply

Off-site Service With Cremation

$3,550

Care and preparation of deceased (closed casket)
Rental Casket for Mass Service
Cremation fee

If split days, additional vehicle fees $400. If over 25 miles, additional mileage may apply

Sikh Ceremony With Witness Cremation

$3,220

Casket cremation fee

Muslim Graveside Ceremony

$3,695

Care and preparation of deceased (Ceremonial washing, if desired)
Utility Vehicle

Water Cremation (Alkaline Hydrolysis)

$3,950

Water cremation or alkaline hydrolysis
Total of 3 death certificates and one cremation permit
Transferring loved one to facility (within 25 miles)

Full Body Shipping to Mexico

$4,200

Local transportation
Embalming
Washing, dressing, casketing
Traditional Mexican casket
File death certificate
Burial Permit
Non contagious letter
Consulate documentation

Birth certificate to be provided by family

Muslim Traditional Funeral and Graveside

$4,395

Funeral Service at chosen location

Funeral location fees may apply

Buddhist Religious Ceremony

$6,520

Casket (Peace Lite- Walnut Veneer Wood in Gloss Finish with Ivory Velvet Interior)
Flowers included
Religious ceremony including witness cremation at facility (4h)
Seating for 80 people in main chapel, 30 in secondary and standing room

Packages and prices are as published by the provider and can change — always confirm the itemized list directly.

Services offered

Cremation
Funeral homes

Who you’ll work with

Tatiana
Co-owner and operator of Silver Lining Cremations & Burial
Stanley
Co-owner and operator of Silver Lining Cremations & Burial

Facilities

Chapel seats 80
On-site crematory

Payment & financing

Insurance assignment

Faith & language

Faith traditions served

Baháʼí
Buddhist
Hindu
Muslim
Sikh

Recognition & specialties

Specialties

On-site witness cremations
Buddhist cremation
Hindu ceremonies
Sikh ceremonies
Muslim ceremonies
Baha'i ceremonies
Mexican consulate services
Water cremation (alkaline hydrolysis)
Scatter at sea services

Where is SILVER LINING CREMATIONS?

421 S Andreasen Dr, Escondido, CA

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Hours

Monday: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sunday: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

SILVER LINING CREMATIONS reviews

Updated July 2026

5.0

250 reviews

Rating from Google · updated July 2026

5.0 from 250 reviews on google

What cremation prices usually include

General context, not specific to SILVER LINING 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 SILVER LINING CREMATIONS?

SILVER LINING 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 witness cremation cost at SILVER LINING CREMATIONS?

SILVER LINING CREMATIONS lists witness cremation at $1,625. 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 cremation with mexican consulate documentation cost at SILVER LINING CREMATIONS?

SILVER LINING CREMATIONS lists direct cremation with mexican consulate documentation at $1,600. 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 SILVER LINING CREMATIONS offer?

SILVER LINING CREMATIONS offers cremation and funeral homes, and is a funeral home. See the full breakdown and prices on this page.

Where is SILVER LINING CREMATIONS located?

SILVER LINING CREMATIONS is located at 421 S Andreasen Dr, Escondido, CA. Use the “Get directions” link on this page for a map.

Will SILVER LINING 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.