275 Lancaster Dr SE, Salem, OR 97317
Services
Crown publishes both a General Price List and Additional Price List (packages) as downloadable PDFs. Direct cremation pricing at $1,205 advertised ($1,195 in packages) includes essential services, transfer, refrigeration, and cremation process. Burial services start at $1,395 for immediate burial without visitation. Prices exclude merchandise, cash advances, filing fees, and death certificates. Payment plans and insurance acceptance not explicitly detailed on reviewed pages.
The Crown Cremation Services location at 275 Lancaster Dr SE features a chapel on premises for memorial services and ceremonies. The facility includes reception areas and merchandise display spaces visible in site photography. Operating hours are limited to by-appointment visits Monday through Friday, 9am to 4:30pm, with 24/7 phone availability for urgent needs.
Crown structures services around package tiers that add elements progressively, from basic direct cremation through full ceremonial services with embalming, cosmetology, and chapel events. All packages include allowances for containers and urns rather than requiring separate purchases.
Crown Cremation Services has operated at 275 Lancaster Dr SE in Salem for over 30 years, positioning itself as a budget-conscious alternative to traditional funeral homes. The facility operates by appointment only, Monday through Friday from 9am to 4:30pm, with a 24/7 answering service for after-hours emergencies. The business model emphasizes simplicity and transparency, with licensed funeral directors and crematory operators handling arrangements.
The Salem location distinguishes itself through an unusually broad range of disposition options beyond standard flame cremation. Families can choose aquamation (alkaline hydrolysis), human composting (natural organic reduction), or traditional ash scattering. The facility also offers Parting Stone, a service that transforms cremated remains into smooth, polished stones for families seeking tangible keepsakes without traditional urns.
Crown's online arrangement system allows families to begin planning remotely, and the provider publishes complete pricing documentation including a General Price List and package-specific price sheets. Reviews indicate particular strength in phone-based arrangements, with multiple families noting the ability to complete nearly the entire process without in-person visits.
I picked this Crown Funeral because it locates need my residence. Turn out i was right.this Crown Funeral provides the best service ever.the staffs are very professional,compassionate as well.thank you so much for your best service
This is the second time we have used Crown for family. They are always very kind and thoughtful with the difficult questions they need to ask. On both occasions, we felt their professionalism was very high, and would recommend.
Crown Memorial was so easy to work with. They took a dreadful situation and made it as easy as possible to deal with. This is the second time I've worked with them and I recommend them to everyone in need of this kind of service.
Both of my parents used Crown Cremation Services so I've had 2 seperate experiences with them. Both times were, all things considered, very nice. Everyone I've interacted with were polite, kind, gentile and caring. They offer free personal grief services as a sort of "wrap progra...
The staff was very helpful, and the whole cremation process was as smooth could be expected.
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