Cremation Services
Cremation Service Options
At Crouse Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc., we understand that cremation is a meaningful choice for many families. We are committed to providing personalized cremation services that honor the unique life and legacy of each loved one. We believe strongly in making cremation services affordable and accessible, which is why we offer competitive pricing and flexible payment options. Our compassionate staff is here to support families every step of the way and help create a meaningful and personalized tribute to their loved one.
Traditional Funeral Service Followed by Cremation
Many families find meaning and beauty in a traditional funeral service. With a traditional service combined with cremation, you can still choose to have a final viewing, visitation or wake, and a funeral service. However instead of in-ground burial, the funeral will be followed by cremation. Depending on your wishes, the cremated remains may be either returned to your family for storage in an urn, scattered, or interred in a columbarium. This option will include fees for the funeral services as well as the fees associated with the cremation itself.
Memorial Service
The memorial service can be held in our chapel, a church, or any other venue the family chooses. We work with our families to design a service that honors their loved one with stories, music, or scripture. We also have life celebrants that lead services where clergy may not be chosen. Our celebrants are trained in creating experiences that help start the healing process.
Graveside Service
Graveside services following cremation offer a meaningful way to honor your loved one with a final act of remembrance. This intimate gathering at the burial site of the urn provides a quiet moment for family and friends to reflect, share memories, and say goodbye in a peaceful setting. Whether simple or ceremonial, it’s a heartfelt way to bring closure and lay your loved one to rest with dignity.
Cremation Packages
The following options outline the costs for our care and guidance. Depending on your choices, these totals may not cover the casket or container chosen for a final farewell, viewing, burial, or cremation.
Please know you are never restricted to pre-arranged packages. We encourage you to select only the individual services that feel meaningful and right for your family.
Traditional Funeral Service with Cremation (Cost Information) - $9,087.00
Includes: *Services of Funeral Director and Staff (Non-Declinable Fee) -- $ 2,950.00
*Removal of the Deceased from the Place of Death (Within a 25 mile radius of Williamsport) -- $ 350.00
*Embalming (If required, see General Price List) -- $ 775.00
*Dressing, Casketing, & Cosmetology -- $ 295.00
*Hairdressing (If Required) -- $ 45.00
*One-hour Visitation Prior to Service -- $ 300.00
*Use of Facilities for the Funeral Services or Memorial Services -- $ 480.00
*Use of the Hearse for Transportation to the Crematory -- $ 300.00
*Use of the Lead Car for Clergy/Leading the Procession -- $ 150.00
*Use of Oak Rental Casket for Viewing and Funeral Services -- $ 975.00
*Guest Register Book (Optional) -- $40.00 to $65.00 -- $ 40.00+
*Video Tribute -- Included
*Remembrance or Prayer Cards (Optional) -- $80.00 to $120.00 -- $ 80.00+
Funeral Home Expense Total Cost ------ $6,740.00
Cash
Advances
*Lycoming County Coroner’s Office Cremation Permit Fee -- $ 60.00
*Death Certificates (5 Copies at $20.00 ea.) -- $ 100.00
*Grave Opening Charges Avg M-F ($450.00 to $1,800.00) -- $ 800.00+
*Clergy Honorarium Avg ------ ($350.00 to $500.00) -- $ 400.00+
*Floral Spray for the Funeral Services -- ($75.00 to $400.00+) -- $ 212.00+
*Crematory Fee -- $ 425.00
*Limousine – per limo 4 hours service – available but not included in estimate
*Obituary Notice Average Cost -- $ 350.00+
**Cash Advance charges are due on the day of services**
Cash Advance Average Expenses Total Cost ------ $2,347.00
**Charges for Services and Merchandise may change without notice**
Cremation with a Memorial Service (Cost Information) - $6,777.00
Includes: *Professional Service Charges (Non-Declinable Overhead Charge) -- $2,950.00
*Use of Facilities and Funeral Director Services for Memorial Services --- $480.00
*Transfer of Remains to Funeral Home -- $ 350.00
*Transportation to the Crematory -- $ 300.00
*Automobile Charge for Lead/Clergy/Service Car -- $ 150.00
*Register Book for Memorial Service ($40.00-$75.00) -- $ 45.00+
*Remembrance Cards/Prayer Cards per 100 ($80.00 to $100.00) -- $ 80.00+
*Outside Receptacle for Remains (Crematory Requirement) -- $ 125.00
Funeral Home Charges -------- $4,480.00
Refrigeration-2 days or any portion of the day -- $ 125.00 (if needed, not reflected in estimated price)
Refrigeration thereafter per day -- $ 95.00 (if needed, not reflected in estimated price)
Cash Advances
*Lycoming County Coroner’s Office Cremation Permit -- $ 60.00
*Crematory Fee -- $ 425.00
*Certified Copies of Death Certificates - $20.00 per copy (5 copies) -- $ 100.00
*Clergy Honorarium - $350.00 to $500.00 -- $ 350.00+
*Floral Tributes - $45.00 to $400.00+ -- $ 212.00+
*Obituary Notice in Sun-Gazette Average -- $ 350.00+
*Cemetery Grave Opening M-F - $450.00 to $1,800.00 -- $ 800.00+
The above items are extra costs that the family incurs beyond the funeral home expenses.
Cash Advance Estimate Total: $2,297.00
**Charges for Services and Merchandise may change without notice**
Direct Cremation (Cost Information) $2,950.00 plus alternative container ($125.00)
Includes: *Removal from the place of death within a 25-mile radius of Williamsport
*Holding of the Remains for 24 hours after Death – Required by law
*Transportation of the Remains to the Crematory
*Obtaining Information for the Local Newspaper
*Obtaining, Completing and Filing the Death Certificate
*Obtaining all necessary permits
*Obtaining certified copies of the death certificate – Cost is $20.00 per copy and is not included in the funeral home charges
*Pickup of the cremains from the crematory
*Alternative container for cremation at $125.00
**DIRECT CREMATION HAS NO FUNERAL RIGHTS, VIEWING CHARGES, OR **
**BURIAL SERVICES INCLUDED IN THE TOTAL COST**
Except in certain cases, embalming is not required by law. By public health law, cremation must begin 24 hours after death occurs. If the cremation cannot begin 24 hours after death, refrigeration of the body will be required, and there will be a charge for this service at $125.00 for the first 2 days and $95.00 per day thereafter or any portion of a day until the cremation can begin.
Direct Cremation Funeral Home Charges: $3,075.00
Prices of cash advance items are *not* included in the above total:
Crematory Fee $ 425.00
Coroner’s Permit $ 60.00
Total estimated additional cash advances are $485.00
Death Certificates are $20.00 each in the State of Pennsylvania and are *NOT* included in this price estimate
Total Cost of Direct Cremation: $ 3,560.00 plus Death Certificates
**Charges for Services and Merchandise may change without notice**
