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Direct cremation in Southaven, Mississippi: cost & providers

Median direct cremation · Southaven, Mississippi

$1,750

Direct cremation in Southaven typically costs between $650 and $3,200 — 24% below the national average.

Low $650Median $1,750High $3,200

Ranges are estimates from public pricing, so verify exact prices with local providers.

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What should a direct cremation cost?

Low
$650
Typical
$1,750
High
$3,200
Heads up: in Mississippi, paying more than $1,750 for a direct cremation usually means you’re covering bundled extras you may not need.

Ranges are estimates from public pricing. Verify exact prices with local providers.

By the numbers

Direct cremation in Southaven, Mississippi

Typical price
$1,750
24% below the national average
Mississippi cremation rate
25%

Legal & logistics

Pending verification
Waiting period
A short waiting period after death may apply before cremation can proceed.
Permits & authorisation
A cremation permit and an authorisation form signed by the next of kin are typically required.
Scattering ashes
Scattering on private land is generally allowed with permission; public land and waterways have their own rules. At sea, the federal EPA rule requires scattering at least 3 nautical miles from shore.
State regulator
Mississippi State Board of Funeral Service, the body that licenses providers and handles complaints.

General guidance for Southaven, Mississippi. Confirm current rules with the relevant state authority before making arrangements.

Local providers

Cremation providers in Southaven

Funeral homes and crematories serving Southaven, Mississippi. Listings are from public data — confirm current pricing and services directly.

Coleman Funeral Home of Southaven

5.0 (8 reviews)

626 Starlanding Rd E, Southaven, MS 38672, USA

Twin Oaks Funeral Home

4.3 (26 reviews)

290 Goodman Rd E, Southaven, MS 38671, USA

Henderson Funeral Home

4.5 (8 reviews)

8043 Getwell Rd, Southaven, MS 38672, USA

M. J. Edwards Whitehaven Funeral Chapel

4.8 (300 reviews)

5494 Elvis Presley Blvd, Memphis, TN 38116, USA

Coleman Funeral Home of Olive Branch

4.1 (34 reviews)

6815 Parkview Hts Blvd, Olive Branch, MS 38654, USA

Brantley Funeral Home

4.3 (113 reviews)

6875 Cockrum Rd, Olive Branch, MS 38654, USA

Snow Funeral Home

4.9 (125 reviews)

1650 E Shelby Dr, Memphis, TN 38116, USA

After Life Mortuary Services, LLC.

4.9 (47 reviews)

2207 S Lauderdale St, Memphis, TN 38106, USA

Provider listings are drawn from public sources and are not an endorsement. Verify details, services and pricing with each provider.

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What's included

  • Transfer of your loved one into the funeral home's care
  • Required paperwork and the cremation permit
  • The cremation itself
  • A basic container and return of the ashes

What to watch for

  • Hidden add-ons — urns, viewings, or memorial packages you may not need
  • “Cremation” quotes that are really full-service with extras bundled in
  • Mileage or transfer fees outside a set radius
  • Pressure to decide quickly — a reputable provider gives you time

Frequently asked

How much does a direct cremation cost in Southaven, Mississippi?
In Southaven, Mississippi, direct cremation typically ranges from $650 to $3,200, with a typical price around $1,750. Paying much above this usually means extras are bundled in.
What is direct cremation?
Direct cremation is a cremation carried out shortly after death, without a viewing or funeral service beforehand. Families can hold a memorial later, on their own terms — which is part of why it costs less.
Is direct cremation the cheapest option in Southaven, Mississippi?
It's usually the lowest-cost option available, because it removes the service, casket, embalming and viewing. A traditional funeral with burial often costs several times more.
Can I still hold a memorial?
Yes. Many families choose direct cremation precisely so they can hold a personal memorial later — at home, outdoors, or whenever loved ones can gather.

After the arrangements

When you’re ready