Cremation Packages Planning Guide and General Price ListThe following describes a wide variety of funeral packages and services we can provide for you. You may select services from an itemized listing, or many prefer the convenience and cost savings of our packaged service options. Following the package selections below, you will find a link to our complete General Price List for your reference and retention if you wish. Losing someone you love is one of life's most difficult experiences. A personalized, meaningful funeral service is an experience of immense value to the family and friends. It helps us as we come to terms with loss; it can provide comfort from the strength of our religious beliefs or cultural tradition and the support of family and friends, and it provides a family and a community a special way of saying "this person mattered." We believe we best serve you by listening carefully to your needs and wishes and providing a wide range of options ideas, and suggestions from which you can make choices that are just right for you. Through the years, we have helped thousands of families create a "farewell" that is meaningful and memorable—taking the first steps on the pathway to healing from loss. Whether you are making arrangements now or are thoughtfully planning for the future, you will find our staff to be kind, knowledgeable and compassionate and ready to make this time just a little easier for you. Thank you for entrusting your care to East Lawn. A special place to honor and celebrate the life of someone you love.Funeral Home Package SelectionsAlthough services may be selected from the itemized portion of the General Price List, the following list of commonly selected packaged services may help you select the appropriate arrangements. The following packages include a discount from the itemized prices, which is available only upon purchase of a casket from East Lawn. The following packages include only the items listed in each individual package. Additional merchandise you select and the cash advance items are not included. The nonuse of the goods and services contained within any of the package selections will not result in a reduction in the price of the package selected. The packages listed below will allow you to select items that are specific to the needs of you and your family. Visitation may be with or without the deceased. When the deceased is present for the visitation East Lawn requires the deceased be embalmed. Transportation for removal, service or delivery beyond the 35-mile radius is subject to additional charges. The rates are variable and will be quoted at time of need. The package selections DO NOT INCLUDE charges for evening services (unless selected) or weekend and holiday services. All merchandise selected subject to sales tax at the rate of 8.0%. Traditional Chapel or Church Cremation Package…………………………………$5,135.00 Includes:
Package Price includes 4 elective services of your choice at no additional charge. There will be a $250 charge for each additional selection. Elective Services
Memorial Chapel or Church Cremation Package…………………………………….$4,495.00 Includes:
Package Price includes 2 elective services of your choice at no additional charge. There will be a $250 charge for each additional selection. Elective Services
Viewing with Cremation Package………………………………………………...$3,295.00 Includes:
Package Price includes 1 elective service of your choice at no additional charge. There will be a $250 charge for each additional selection. Elective Services
Catholic Traditional Package with Cremation……………………………………$5,135.00 Includes:
Package Price includes 4 elective services of your choice at no additional charge. There will be a $250 charge for each additional selection. Elective Services
Direct Cremation Package…………………………………………………2,195 to $7,640 Includes:
No elective services are included in the direct cremation package. There will be a $250 charge for each additional selection. Elective Services
If you want to arrange a direct cremation, you can use an alternative container. Alternative containers encase the body and can be made of materials like fiberboard or composition materials (with or without an outside covering). The containers we provide are constructed of wood and particle board combination (Alternative Container I); unfinished particle board with handles (Alternative Container II). 1) Direct cremation with container provided by purchaser......................................................$2,195 2) Direct cremation with Alternative Container I......................................................................$2,355 3) Direct cremation with Alternative Container II.....................................................................$2,505 4) Direct cremation with casket as selected........................$______ (range from $3,190 to $7,640) "Cremation and the Catholic Church"Reprinted with permission from the Department of Catholic Cemeteries – Diocese of Sacramento Burial of the Body is the Norm The Catholic Church, in keeping with our belief in the resurrection of the body, has always seen traditional burial or entombment as the normal manner of reposing the body of a deceased member of the faithful as they await that day when they will rise in glory with the Lord. This ancient custom remains the norm. Cremation Permitted if done with Respect for Christian Belief In the past, the Church prohibited cremation because it was so often associated with a denial of the resurrection of the body. In 1963, the Church ended this prohibition. It still, however, "earnestly recommends the pious custom of burying the bodies of the dead be observed; nevertheless, the Church does not prohibit cremation unless it was chosen for reasons contrary to Christian doctrine." (1983 Code of Canon Law, canon 1176,§3) Cremation Follows the Funeral Liturgy: Thus, when cremation is chosen for worthy reasons, the Church respects that decision. However, cremation is to take place only after the funeral liturgy. The funeral liturgy specifically calls for the presence of the body as a sign of our belief in its sacred dignity: "This is the body once washed in baptism, anointed with the oil of salvation and fed with the bread of life." (Order of Christian Funerals) Families are encouraged to contact their parish prior to finalizing arrangements with the funeral home to ensure that the body of the deceased is given the proper respect at the funeral liturgy in accordance with the rites of the Church. (If, the body has already been cremated prior to making arrangements for the funeral rites, a pastor can obtain special permission from the Bishop's Office for the cremated remains to be present at the funeral liturgy.) Cremated Remains to be Treated with Reverence The Catholic Church teaches that cremated remains are to be treated with the same dignity and reverence due a non-cremated body. They are to be contained in a worthy vessel and buried or entombed. Cremated remains are not to be scattered in the air, on the water or on the ground. Nor are they to be divided up among relatives or friends, or stored at home. At all Times – Reverence for the body as the temple of the Holy Spirit should guide all decisions. Options for Unique, Personalized TributesThere are countless ways in which a funeral ceremony can be tailed to the life and personally of the person you are honoring. A meaningful funeral is one that touches the ears of those who attend. Here are a few things we can provide or arrange to help make the service a truly personalized tribute. Military HonorsAll honorably discharged Veterans are entitled to military honors ceremony, including flag presentation and Taps. Provide us with the military discharge papers (form DD-214) and we will take care of the rest. Military honors are provided at no charge. Special Musicians—Bagpipers, Harpists, etc.We can arrange the services of first-class musicians to enhance your memorial event. A bagpiper is an ancient and honorable tribute. A harpist can help create a beautiful, peaceful setting. The possibilities with special music are truly endless. Prices vary depending on the musician. Life Tributes Custom Photo TributeWith photographs you provide, our staff creates a custom video tribute set to music that you can view at the visitation or service. $250—includes up to 40 photographs; additional copies—$25 each White-bird ReleaseWhite doves—a symbol of peace—released to soar heavenward and then safely home. A professional attendant will provide the number you desire, and help those you designate to set them free. From $225 up Tent at Burial ServicesEast Lawn provides tent set up at every burial service at an East Lawn Cemetery at no extra cost. FlowersSpecial floral tributes bring color and life to the celebration. Reception CentersA beautiful and convenient place for after-service receptions as well as for those who wish to provide their guests with food and beverage during the visitation or evening service. Use of state-of-art audio/video system included in fee. Seating accommodations for up to 85 guests at St. Francis Hall, East Lawn Sierra Hills Memorial Park, or 72 guests at G.A. Don Hart Memorial Reception Hall, East Lawn Elk Grove Mortuary Professional catering available. No alcoholic beverage, please. $375 for the first three hours General Price ListFor a copy of our General Price list, please contact us. |
