Cremation Society of Maryland, Inc.
301 Frederick Rd, Catonsville, MD, 21228
Questions to Ask When You Call
You're not expected to know this. These questions help you compare and avoid surprises.
“Can I see your General Price List?”
Federal law (FTC Funeral Rule) requires them to give you itemized pricing. You have every right to ask.
“Do you accept insurance assignment?”
This means they bill the insurance company directly. You don't pay thousands upfront and wait to be reimbursed.
“What's included vs. what's extra?”
Packages may not include everything. Ask about the casket, embalming, transportation, facility fees, and death certificate copies.
Know Your Rights
The FTC Funeral Rule protects you. Every funeral home must provide an itemized General Price List if you ask — in person or over the phone. You are never required to buy a package and can choose services individually. You also have the right to use a casket purchased elsewhere.
Payment & Financial Options
Average in Maryland
$2,869 – $9,025
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
If they had life insurance, it can cover this
Funerals in this area run $2,869–$9,025. If your loved one had a life insurance policy, the benefit can cover these costs — and we'll file the claim and handle the carrier for you, even without the policy number. $0 upfront, and nothing if it doesn't pay out.
Services Offered
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What Families Say
“My mom passed away a few weeks ago. I had taken the time many months ago to contact the Cremation Society when mom went into hospice. It's not a very fun thing to do, but I'm sure glad that I did it very early. They have very simple instructions and forms to get it all started online. When mom finally passed away, I called them and they were totally in the know of what we needed and were kind and compassionate in every instance that I dealt with them. I received all the information exactly as I needed it because you're not thinking very well when this kind of thing happens. So I gratefully recommend their services for your loved ones, and it's so happens that when I went back to my records, we used this same Cremation Society for my father when he died in 2001. And they were pretty much the same back then and they have a lot of stability evidently in this business, which is something to think about. Thank you for all the help you gave us during a very trying time.”
— Kerry Willingham
“Losing a loved one is never easy, so it was wonderful to find a place that makes an otherwise challenging time easier. From the initial phone call, to the first visit, and subsequent interactions, the process was smooth. Every staff member who provided assistance was compassionate, helpful, and patient. I also liked the transparency on the website, which allowed me to preplan as much as possible, making the process that much quicker and easier.”
— Amy
“I contacted Crematory Society of Maryland shortly after the passing of my nephew. They were in a list of 10 funeral homes suggested by the hospice care facility. Being the only relative around and having no prior experience with funeral arrangements, I felt overwhelmed and anxious. Kirstin, Maggie and other members that I interacted with were attentive to my concerns, supportive and very patient with all my inquiries. They were very professional in providing the required documentation and organizing a small viewing. I also liked the tool they provided to quickly create an obituary online. I strongly recommend them. Thank you very much.”
— Henri Job
We can help with what comes next.
We file the life insurance claim and recover unclaimed property — the payout can help cover costs like these. $0 upfront.
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