National Cremation Service

Yes, please contact us or visit our website for a complete guide for all veteran cremation benefits

Each cemetery has its own policies and must follow state law, so check with the cemetery. Cremation burials are increasingly common, sometimes with multiple containers of cremated remains in one cemetery plot.

An advantage of cremation is that it offers flexibility. Families may choose to memorialize their loved one with a funeral prior to cremation or a memorial service after cremation. The memorial service can take place with or without the cremated remains. Cremation allows a celebration of life in any way, and at any time, you choose.

Visit the Social Security Administration website or the Department of Veterans Affairs website for the most current information. In short, the answer is yes, but restrictions and dollar limits apply.

Yes, just let us know in advance so we can arrange a mutually convenient time.

The National Cremation follows strict internal procedures to ensure proper identification of the deceased throughout the cremation process. We will not breach your trust. Identification of the deceased is first established at the place of death; an identification band is placed around the ankle. The ankle band includes several pieces of information including name, date of birth, date of death, and location, to prevent identification confusion. Before the deceased is removed from the place of death, the identification band is rechecked against any paperwork and identification tags. At the crematory, an assigned stainless steel identification disc, linked to the record of the deceased, is placed with, and remains with, the body. Following cremation, the identification disc is placed in the urn with the cremated remains.

Families should remove all jewelry and mementos from the deceased prior to cremation. Also, families must notify the cremation provider if any medical devices are present.

While individuals and families may choose a casket, or rent a casket for a funeral or memorial service prior to cremation, a casket is not necessary for cremation. When a casket is not chosen, the deceased is placed in a combustible, environmentally safe container for respectful handling during the cremation process.

Making your final wishes clear, both in advance and at the time of death, is the best way to ensure your final wishes will be met. Complete our Planning and Discussion Guide and discuss your choices with your family. A preplanned and prepaid cremation that locks in services and payment helps ensure your wishes will be followed.

An advantage of cremation is the flexibility it offers. When family members have more than one wish for a final resting place, cremated remains can be divided. Smaller amounts of remains can be scattered in different locations or given to different family members for care.

Yes, all states allow scattering of ashes. Some states require permits, particularly in state and national parks. Ashes may be scattered at sea three miles or more from land. Reporting and conditions may apply. Scattering on private property is prohibited without the permission of the property owner.

Yes. You can come by any time on our regular hours of operation (8:30 AM - 5:00 PM), to speak to us if you have any questions or are interested in learning more.

A death certificate and cremation permit must be signed prior to cremation. Any delays may be out of our control, but National Cremation Society walks you through every step, helping and guiding you through the process

National Cremation helps families navigate government paperwork and determine available military and social security benefits for cremation costs.

We do offer incentives for companion purchases.

Yes, we handle the death certificate and copies of the certificate as needed.

We offer prepaid and immediate need cremation services.

This can vary depending on a number of factors such as what state you live in, how long the medical examiner takes to sign a death certificate, etc. The average total time is between 7 and 10 days.

Yes, you can still donate organs prior to cremation. We coordinate with all Tissue Banks. However, most organ donations take place at the medical facility where the death occurs, and the hospital arranges for the donation before turning over the deceased to us for cremation

Yes, we will work with any cemetery for placing ashes

Yes, we offer jewelry, urns, art glass and other keepsakes for cremation. You can see many of the options in person at our offices.

We do have travel options that cover anywhere in the world

Unfortunately, we do not provide any pet cremation services

Yes, we have travel options that cover nationwide.

Through the Veterans Administration, veterans may be eligible for the following benefits: Some reimbursement towards your cremation service, free headstones or markers in granite, marble, or bronze, and presidential memorial certificates

We have a wide range of beautiful and unique urns.

Hello Terri, Thank you very much for reaching out to us. Yes, we do provide the option of direct cremations only as one of our a la carte options. Please call our North Hollywood office directly and they will be more than happy to help you with more information. Have a great day.