Cremation Society of Washington
5210 S Alder St Suite 100, Tacoma, WA, 98409
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.
“Do you offer payment plans?”
Many funeral homes allow you to spread the cost over time. Ask about down payments, terms, and financing options.
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 Washington
$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.
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What Families Say
“I called around and found Cremation Society not only to be the best priced cremation service, but also the most easy service provider to work with. Everything was simple, clear, and fair. Any questions I had, which were a good few, they were very good at answering and clearing up for me. Having everything set up, paid for, and ready to go at a moments notice with a phone call when my dad passed made the whole process and this hard time a lot easier to deal with. They are worth giving your business too.”
— Phillip D. Swanson Sr.
“The Cremation Society of Washington was so easy to deal with during a difficult time. They made the whole process easy, the price was fair, and most importantly I liked the fact that they did everything in house. They were easy to contact after my dad passed and we're there within 2 hours.”
— Esther Chung
“During one of the most difficult times in our lives, Cremation Society of Washington treated our family with kindness, respect, and compassion. Everything was handled professionally and with great care, which gave us peace of mind when we needed it most.”
— Barb Bossell
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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