Cremation Services

Direct Cremation

A complete cremation service without a formal viewing or gathering beforehand. We have helped thousands of North Carolina families through this, and we will take care of yours the same way.

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Helping You Decide

For Families Who Want Cremation Without a Formal Service

Losing someone is already one of the hardest things a family goes through. The decisions that follow shouldn't make it harder.

Many families come to this service having already thought carefully about what their loved one would have wanted. Others arrive here simply because it feels right, and that is enough. Direct cremation is a complete, dignified service that lets your family move through this in a way that fits your situation, your values, and your needs, without anything added that you didn't ask for.

Choosing a simpler service does not mean choosing less dignity, less respect, or less care. Every family we serve receives the same attention, the same professionalism, and the same commitment, regardless of the service they choose.

How We Care for Your Family

From the First Call to the Return of Your Loved One

Most funeral homes don't have their own crematory. They arrange cremation through a third-party facility you'll never see. We do things differently. Cremation takes place in our own facility, by our own staff, from beginning to end. Once all required authorizations and the physician-signed death certificate have been received, cremation is typically completed within 48 hours. Certified copies of the death certificate are issued separately by the county and generally take seven to ten business days. We normally provide the urn and certificates together unless your family requests otherwise.

Everything that's included
A licensed funeral director assigned to your family from beginning to end
Transfer of your loved one into our care from anywhere in North Carolina
Cremation performed in our own on-site facility by our own staff
Three certified death certificates
A wooden rectangular urn for the return of your loved one's remains
All required paperwork, fees, and NC Sales Tax
Everything included for
$
1196.75
This price has not changed since we opened in 2012.
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All Cremation Options

Cremation looks different for every family. The options below each offer something a little different, and if you are not sure which fits your situation, we will walk you through it together.
Cremation

With Visitation

A gathering in our chapel for up to 44 guests over two hours, so family and friends can come together before cremation takes place.

$
1917.84
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Cremation

Private Family Viewing

Adds a private hour with your loved one for up to 10 immediate family members before cremation takes place.

$
1596.75
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Alternative

Alkaline Hydrolysis

A gentle, water-based alternative to flame cremation that returns your loved one to the earth naturally.

$
2640.59
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What Happens When You Reach Out

You don't need to have everything figured out before you call. That's what we're here for. Here's what the process looks like.
01

Give Us a Call

A funeral director will answer, day or night. We'll ask a few simple questions about your situation and help you understand what needs to happen first. There's no rush and no pressure.
02

We Explain Your Options

We'll walk through the services available, what each one includes, and what everything costs. We want your family to feel informed and comfortable with whatever you choose.
03

We Handle the Details

Once your family has made its decisions, we take care of paperwork, coordination, transportation, and the care of your loved one. You tell us what you need and we make it happen.
04

We Stay in Touch

Throughout the process, we keep your family informed. If you have questions at any point, we're a phone call away. We're here until everything is complete and your family feels at peace.

What Families Have Shared with Us

Over 14 years, we've had the privilege of serving thousands of families across North Carolina.

"I have been absolutely astounded at the kindness and professionalism of City of Oaks. They have made the hardest time of my life - losing my father - so much easier with regard to everything that comes after."
"City Of Oaks made a very sad and emotionally draining experience as easy as it could possibly be. Somer and her staff were extremely caring, informative, and made this process a smooth one. From the initial meeting, to the choices of services/products, and the final acceptance, we always felt our needs and feelings were the upmost importance. Also, all costs are set out initially, and there are no “hidden fees” or necessary add-ons."
"The compassion and kindness and generosity shown by Edward and Trey to my family and me during a really sad time made the cremation process more bearable. It was important to us to know that our loved one was being received and cared for in a respectful and loving way. They took time to let us share with them about our loved one and we felt comforted. They were very thoughtful with their suggestions and showed us they genuinely cared about how our loss affected each member of our family. They were truly a blessing to us!"

We're Here When You're Ready

If you need help right now, call us. Our telephone line is answered 24 hours a day.

If you'd rather send a message, we'll get back to you as soon as we can. There's no wrong time and no wrong way to reach out.

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