Direct cremation in Dayton, Ohio: cost & providers
Median direct cremation · Dayton, Ohio
Direct cremation in Dayton typically costs between $650 and $3,400 — 20% below the national average.
Ranges are estimates from public pricing, so verify exact prices with local providers.
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Direct cremation in Dayton, Ohio
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
- Ohio Board of Embalmers and Funeral Directors, the body that licenses providers and handles complaints.
General guidance for Dayton, Ohio. Confirm current rules with the relevant state authority before making arrangements.
Local providers
Cremation providers in Dayton
Funeral homes and crematories serving Dayton, Ohio. Listings are from public data — confirm current pricing and services directly.
Glickler Funeral Home & Cremation Service
1849 Salem Ave, Dayton, OH 45406, USA
Routsong Funeral Home & Cremation Services
2100 E Stroop Rd, Dayton, OH 45429, USA
Baker-Hazel & Snider Funeral Home and Crematories
5555 Philadelphia Dr, Dayton, OH 45415, USA
W.E. Lusain Funeral Home and Crematory
2060 Germantown St, Dayton, OH 45417, USA
Newcomer Cremations, Funerals & Receptions, North Chapel
4104 Needmore Rd, Dayton, OH 45424, USA
Tobias Funeral Home - Far Hills Chapel
5471 Far Hills Ave, Dayton, OH 45429, USA
Schlientz & Moore Funeral Home
1632 Wayne Ave, Dayton, OH 45410, USA
House Of Wheat Funeral Home
2107 N Gettysburg Ave, Dayton, OH 45406, 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 Dayton, Ohio?
- In Dayton, Ohio, direct cremation typically ranges from $650 to $3,400, with a typical price around $1,850. 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 Dayton, Ohio?
- 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.