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Our competitors boast of low cost direct burials and cremations however when you get the whole picture the total cost of the funeral is usually higher than initially quoted. They do not tell you about the crematory or cemetery costs or even that you need to pay for certified copies of the death certificate. These are necessary elements to a direct cremation or burial. At Majestic we tell you everything that you need to know up front and honest.

Here are some items that you may like to know:

A general price list of our funeral charges are available upon request.

We provide the service and the crematory or cemetery itself provides the actual cremation or burial.

We secure the death certificate from the deceased’s physician or the institution at which the death took place. It is uncertified at the time of transferring the remains from place of death to our firm. In order to be issued a burial or cremation permit, we need to file the death certificate with the New York City department of health or local municipality. As of today’s date the certified copies are issued at $15.00 per copy in New York City or $10.00 per copy outside New York City but within New York State.

You need not purchase a casket for a direct cremation or a direct burial. An alternative container is sufficient.

In the event that you opt for a cremation service we suggest that a simple will be prepared naming an executor/executrix to act on your behalf. Also, we suggest that you express your wishes to be cremated in this legal document. This will allow the process to move along smoothly.

Decedent’s information you need to make arrangements:

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