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The Alpha Society Mortuary

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The Alpha Society Mortuary is an independent, family-owned funeral home in Burbank, California, serving Los Angeles, Riverside, and Ventura Counties since 1974. It offers direct cremation starting at $1,195, traditional cremation and burial services, pre-planning, and green burial options, with transparent all-inclusive pricing and online arrangement capabilities.

Independent, family-owned
The Alpha Society Mortuary, BurbankPhoto: The Alpha Society
The Alpha Society Mortuary, BurbankPhoto: The Alpha Society
The Alpha Society Mortuary, BurbankPhoto: The Alpha Society
The Alpha Society Mortuary, BurbankPhoto: The Alpha Society
The Alpha Society Mortuary, BurbankPhoto: The Alpha Society
The Alpha Society Mortuary, BurbankPhoto: The Alpha Society
Starting price
$550
Ownership
Independent, family-owned
Established
1974

About The Alpha Society Mortuary

The Alpha Society Mortuary has served families across Los Angeles, Riverside, and Ventura Counties since 1974. Family-owned and independently operated from their Burbank location, they provide cremation and burial services with a focus on transparent, all-inclusive pricing and a streamlined online arrangement process. The mortuary is fully licensed under California funeral establishment FD 1274 and emphasizes compassionate, local care with bilingual English and Spanish support available 24 hours a day.

The Alpha Society Mortuary prices

Price list published · source

Service prices
Direct Cremation$1,195
Witness Cremation$550
Direct Burial$3,195
Church & Traditional Burial$5,800

Prices are estimates and change. Providers must give you an itemized price list under the FTC Funeral Rule — always confirm directly.

The Alpha Society Mortuary packages

Direct Cremation

$1,195
  • Transportation within service area
  • Cremation container
  • Permits and certificate filings
  • Return of cremated remains

No formal service. Families may hold a private memorial later.

Witness Cremation

$550
  • Family present at crematory

Additional fee added to cremation package. Starting at $550 and up.

Church & Traditional Cremation

  • Service at your church or chapel
  • Viewing and visitation options
  • Cremation after the service

Full church service followed by cremation. Specific price not stated on page.

Direct Burial

$3,195
  • Transportation
  • Care
  • Cemetery coordination
  • Required paperwork

Simple burial without a formal service.

Church & Traditional Burial

$5,800
  • Full ceremony coordination
  • Viewing and visitation
  • Graveside service
  • Transportation
  • Care
  • Cemetery coordination
  • Required paperwork

Complete traditional funeral with burial.

Green Burial

  • Transfer
  • Coordination with certified green cemeteries
  • Guidance on biodegradable options

Eco-friendly option without traditional embalming or concrete vault. Specific price not stated.

Shipping of Remains

  • Burial transit permit preparation
  • Airline cargo booking
  • Coordination with receiving funeral home

Domestic and international transfers handled.

Pre-Planning

  • Documentation of wishes
  • Optional prepayment at today's prices

No fee to record wishes. Prepayment optional.

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

Services offered

  • Funeral homes

Faith & language

Languages spoken

  • Spanish

Recognition & specialties

Specialties

  • Green burial
  • Infant and fetal cremation
  • Witness cremation
  • Shipping of remains
  • Body donation to science coordination

Where is The Alpha Society Mortuary?

Burbank, 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

The Alpha Society Mortuary reviews

Updated July 2026
4.8
4.8
93 reviews
Rating from Google · updated July 2026

4.8 from 93 reviews on google

What funeral homes prices usually include

General context, not specific to The Alpha Society Mortuary: 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

What is direct cremation?

Direct Cremation is a simple Cremation without a formal funeral service. It is the most affordable option and allows families to hold a private memorial at a later date, on their own terms.

How much does cremation start at?

Direct Cremation starts at $1,195. The package includes transportation within the service area, cremation container, filing of required permits and certificates, and return of cremated remains to your family. Families who wish to be present at the crematory may add a Witness Cremation option for an additional fee of $550 & Up.

Can I arrange services online?

Yes. The online arrangement process takes about ten minutes. You'll choose the service, select a package, add memorial goods if you'd like, share required details, and sign electronically.

Do you offer burial services?

Yes. Direct Burial starts at $3,195 and traditional church Burial starts at $5,800. Both include transportation, care, cemetery coordination, and all required paperwork.

Can I speak with someone before starting?

Absolutely. Call (818) 972-9194 to speak with a member of the family-owned team in English or Spanish. Calls placed after 5pm or on weekends may be answered by a professional live answering service, where a real person will collect your information and help route your message to the care team.

Can I pre-plan without pre-paying?

Yes. Many families start by documenting wishes only. Pre-paying is optional and can be added later if you choose.

Will my pre-planned arrangement transfer to family in another state?

Yes. Pre-planned arrangements can be transferred to another licensed funeral home if your family moves. The mortuary will explain how this works during your planning conversation.

Is there a fee for pre-planning?

There is no fee to record your wishes or have a conversation with the team. Pre-paid plans are quoted transparently with no hidden costs.

What happens to a pre-paid plan if I change my mind?

Pre-paid plans are governed by California funeral pre-need laws, which protect your right to a refund or transfer in many cases. The mortuary will walk through the specific terms with you in writing.

How much does direct cremation cost at The Alpha Society Mortuary?

The Alpha Society Mortuary lists direct cremation at $1,195. 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 The Alpha Society Mortuary?

The Alpha Society Mortuary lists witness cremation at $550. 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 The Alpha Society Mortuary?

The Alpha Society Mortuary lists direct burial at $3,195. 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.

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