What is a "direct cremation"?

What is a "direct cremation"?

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A direct cremation is a cremation that's done at the convenience of the crematory. There's usually no service for a direct cremation, and so there's very little cost involved with a direct cremation. Direct cremations can be as inexpensive as $500 depending on the area that you're in.