Direct cremation is the simplest way to arrange a cremation. It still deserves the same care as any service we provide. Call any hour, day or night: (718) 424-2000. A member of the Guida family or our staff will answer.
What is direct cremation?
Direct cremation, sometimes called immediate or simple cremation, means cremation takes place soon after death, without a viewing or funeral service beforehand. There’s no ceremony required at the time of cremation. Many families choose it because it’s simple, and because it lets them hold a memorial later, when everyone can be there.
What we take care of
- Bringing your loved one into our care, at any hour
- Permits and death certificates
- Arranging the cremation with a licensed crematory
- Returning the cremated remains to your family
- Helping you choose an urn, if you’d like one
Saying goodbye your way
If you can, we gently suggest a brief private viewing for close family before the cremation. Seeing your loved one one last time can help with grief. Afterwards, you can hold a memorial service whenever your family is ready: at your church, at our funeral home, or somewhere that meant something to the person you’ve lost.
Questions families ask
No. A casket isn’t required for direct cremation. A simple container is used, and we’ll explain your choices.
Except in certain special cases, embalming isn’t required by law, and it isn’t needed for direct cremation.
Yes. Many families hold a memorial after the cremation, and we can help plan it.
Yes. We can write down your wishes now so your family doesn’t have to decide later.
Yes. Our staff speak English, Spanish, Italian and Urdu.
Please call us at (718) 424-2000, any hour, day or night – we are here to answer your questions.
Learn more our Cremation Services or Cremations with Viewing.
