Cremation service in Edmond, Oklahoma
Alternatives Cremation & Funeral Service: Cremation Service Serving Edmond, OK
Alternatives Cremation & Funeral Service is a family owned cremation service caring for Edmond families in Downtown Edmond, Oak Tree, Kickingbird, Fairfax and the Coffee Creek area. We arrange direct cremation, cremation with a memorial service and free cremation through body donation, by phone, online or at our north Oklahoma City office. Our phones are answered any hour of the day, every day of the year.
- Phones answered 24 hours a day
- Family owned and operated
- Rated 4.9 by 100+ families on Google
Contact us
Talk with us about cremation in Edmond
Send a note and we'll reply by phone or email. If a death has just occurred, please call (405) 443-8085 now so we can help right away.
Alternatives Cremation and Funeral Service
2813 NW 122nd St, Oklahoma City, OK 73120
(405) 443-8085Open 24 hours, 7 days a week
Edmond families pay our standard price
Bringing your loved one into our care from anywhere in Edmond is within the 50-mile removal included with direct cremation, so there is no extra mileage charge for an Edmond address.
A guide for Edmond families
Cremation service in Edmond, explained plainly
Alternatives Cremation & Funeral Service provides cremation service in Edmond from our office at 2813 NW 122nd St in north Oklahoma City, about 10 miles from downtown Edmond. Most Edmond families make every arrangement by phone or online, and direct cremation starts at $695.
We are a family owned funeral home led by Richard Varner, who works alongside his son Quade. Families often mention them by name in their reviews, and we are members of the Oklahoma Funeral Directors Association, the ICCFA and the NFDA.
Our office is a short drive from every part of Edmond, and we care for loved ones at Edmond homes, hospitals, hospice programs and senior living communities. Call whenever you're ready to talk, even if you're still deciding.
Serving every part of Edmond
Local knowledge for Edmond neighborhoods
We serve Edmond neighborhoods from Downtown Edmond and the University of Central Oklahoma campus to Oak Tree on the west side, Kickingbird near East Danforth Road, Fairfax and the Coffee Creek area to the north. Families in 73034 around UCO and INTEGRIS Health Edmond Hospital, in 73003 near Mitch Park, and in 73013 near Summit Medical Center all reach us with one phone call.
When a death happens at INTEGRIS Health Edmond Hospital, OU Health Edmond Medical Center or Summit Medical Center, the nursing staff will contact us once you tell them you've chosen Alternatives. Most of Edmond lies in Oklahoma County, and when a medical examiner's review is needed, it is handled by the state Office of the Chief Medical Examiner in Oklahoma City. We coordinate the cremation permit with them for you.
With UCO at the heart of town and many Edmond families spread across the country, we regularly help sons and daughters who live out of state arrange a parent's cremation from a distance, with the paperwork handled here and updates by phone and email.
Some Edmond families choose to place ashes at Gracelawn Cemetery on North Boulevard, the city cemetery that dates to 1895, while others scatter them at a meaningful place such as Arcadia Lake. Before scattering on public land or water, check with the City of Edmond or the managing agency first, since parks and lakes can have their own rules.
Cremation services
Cremation options for Edmond families
Every service we offer is available in Edmond. We'll explain what's included before you decide.
Direct cremation
A simple cremation without a formal service, from $695, with transfer from any Edmond address included.
Cremation with viewing
A private goodbye in our chapel before cremation, a short drive south of Edmond.
Cremation with memorial service
Cremation followed by a memorial at an Edmond church, park or your home, planned with our help.
Free cremation through body donation
Whole-body donation to medical science at no cost, for Edmond residents who qualify.
Online cremation arrangements
Arrange everything from home in Edmond or from out of state, at your own pace.
Cremation urns and keepsakes
Urns, keepsakes and cremation jewelry, including small urns for sharing among family.
How it works
What happens after you call us from Edmond
Here is what to expect, step by step.
Call us any hour
Call (405) 443-8085 from Edmond any time, day or night. We'll listen, answer your questions and explain what happens next.
We bring your loved one into our care
Our staff come to the Edmond home, hospital, hospice or care facility with dignity and respect.
Make arrangements your way
Meet at our office, talk by phone or arrange online. We review our General Price List with you first.
Permits and paperwork
We obtain the medical examiner's permit and file the death certificate, and help you order certified copies.
Return of ashes and support
We return your loved one's ashes to you and can help with a memorial, an obituary and grief resources.
Memberships
Planning ahead in Edmond?
Record your wishes now so your family doesn't have to guess. Start online or call us to talk it through.
Driving directions
Directions to our office from Edmond
Our office is in north Oklahoma City near NW 122nd St and May Ave. Here are routes from three well-known Edmond places.
From the University of Central Oklahoma
Starting near UCO and downtown Edmond, head south toward Oklahoma City and west on NW 122nd St to our office.
From Mitch Park
From Mitch Park on West Covell Road in west Edmond, head south toward NW 122nd St.
From Spring Creek Park at Arcadia Lake
From Arcadia Lake on Edmond's east side, travel west and south to NW 122nd St.
Reviews
What families say about us
Recent reviews from families we've served across the Oklahoma City metro.
★★★★★
Richard is very kind. The prices are also very reasonable. They made no attempt to up sell me anything. They came to the hospice within an hour and the next day got me in to complete the death certificate.
★★★★★
When I was searching for a crematorium, some of the people at other locations were insensitive, trying to hard sell their services. Richard at Alternatives was not that way. He showed compassion and sympathy, saying he was sorry for my mom's illness.
★★★★★
Alternatives made things so easy following the passing of my father. They showed tremendous care for me in this situation and are fantastic at communicating. They even worked with me to ensure I could get my father's death certificates when I wasn't able to get to their location.
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News and updates for Edmond families
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Getting here
Getting around Edmond without a car
If you'd like to visit our office or a memorial and don't drive, these options can help.
Citylink Edmond
Edmond's city bus system, with routes that meet at the transfer center on West 3rd Street downtown.
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Downtown Edmond public parking
Free public parking at 16 W 1st St, close to downtown churches and gathering places.
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NE 122nd St commuter lot
A free park-and-ride lot at 5273 NE 122nd St, useful for families meeting to share a ride.
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Questions Edmond families ask
Straight answers about cremation service in Edmond.
How much does cremation cost in Edmond?
Direct cremation with us starts at $695, and Edmond addresses are within the 50-mile removal that's included. Other services and items such as urns cost extra, and we'll give you our General Price List before you decide. See cremation cost and packages.
Who do I call when someone dies at home in Edmond?
If your loved one was under hospice care, call the hospice nurse first. If the death was unexpected, call 911. Once you're ready, call us at (405) 443-8085, any hour, and we'll take it from there. Our guide to what to do when a death occurs explains each step.
Can I arrange an Edmond cremation without coming to your office?
Yes. Many Edmond families arrange everything by phone, email or online, and you're always welcome to visit our office in north Oklahoma City if you'd prefer to meet in person.
Can we hold a memorial service in Edmond after the cremation?
Yes. You can hold a memorial at an Edmond church, park, community venue or your home, or in our chapel. We can help with a tribute video and stationery. Learn about cremation with a memorial service.
Where can ashes be placed or scattered in Edmond?
Families place ashes in a cemetery plot or niche, keep them at home, or scatter them at a meaningful place. For a city park or lake such as Arcadia Lake, check the rules with the City of Edmond first. We're happy to talk through your options.
Do you serve communities near Edmond too?
Yes. Besides Edmond, we serve Oklahoma City and nearby communities including Piedmont, Bethany, Midwest City and Yukon.
Areas we serve
Cremation service near Edmond
We also care for families in these nearby communities.
Bethany cremation services
Cremation for Bethany, from the SNU campus and Route 66 to Lake Overholser.
Learn more →Cremation in Midwest City
Cremation for Midwest City families, from Rose State and Town Center to Tinker and Reno Ave.
Learn more →Cremation in Nichols Hills
Cremation for Nichols Hills, from Grand Boulevard to Nichols Hills Plaza.
Learn more →Piedmont cremation services
Cremation help for Piedmont, from Town Central and Edmond Road NW to the acreages west of town.
Learn more →Cremation service in The Village
Cremation for The Village, minutes from Duffner Park and Casady Square.
Learn more →Yukon cremation service
Cremation for Yukon families, from Main Street and Chisholm Trail Park to Czech Hall Road.
Learn more →We're here for Edmond families, any hour
Call now for immediate help, or begin arrangements online when you're ready. You don't need every answer before you call.