Cremation FAQs

Call us right now. Once permission has been given by the medical authorities, we will transport your loved one to our cremation care facility. Our compassionate cremation specialist will help you with the paperwork needed to finalize all the details. Your loved one will not leave our facility until the process is complete.

No. We do not embalm your loved one. Oklahoma state law requires refrigeration or embalming for the deceased, and we utilize state-of-the-art refrigeration, which is included in the total cost.

Yes. If you choose to prepay, then the cost is guaranteed. If you choose this payment option, then your funds will be placed in a state-approved plan through American Century Life, and the funds will be released to us after you or your loved one passes and our services are rendered.

Our business utilizes sophisticated identification procedures to guarantee people's remains. These are the same procedures used in hospitals. Your loved one's body is placed in an empty chamber and then cremated.

YES! You may be surprised to learn that most funeral homes in Tulsa do not operate their own cremation facilities, rather, they often subcontract out to a third party in another town. By contrast, the Cremation Society™ owns and operates our own cremation facilities. Our equipment is state-of-the-art and equals or exceeds every state and local operating requirement. Our crematory is always available for inspection. Please also read about our worry-free guarantee, because it is important to us that everything goes as smoothly as possible during this time.

If death occurs elsewhere, one call to the Cremation Society™ is all that is necessary. Our staff will handle all arrangements according to your wishes through our Cremation Society National Network. Ask about our Nationwide Guarantee Plan.

The Cremation Society™ assists you in applying for death benefits, which are paid directly to you. Veterans may receive cash benefits, cemetery space, and a marker if certain requirements are met.