Has a death just occurred? Call us first — (714) 788-5572
Plan Ahead

The most thoughtful thing
you can do for the people
you love.

Planning your cremation now locks in today's price, removes difficult decisions from your family's hands, and gives everyone peace of mind — including you. Two plans to fit wherever life takes you.

Local Protection Plan
$1,195

For passing within California.

  • Price locked at today's rate
  • Complete direct cremation in OC
  • All permits, paperwork, and filing
  • Inflation-proof guarantee
  • Your wishes documented on file
Best Value
Coast-to-Coast Protection Plan
$1,495

For passing anywhere in the U.S.

  • Everything in the Local Plan
  • Out-of-state coordination covered
  • Interstate transport arrangements
  • Multi-state paperwork handled
  • Inflation-proof — price locked for life
Why It Matters

Three reasons families choose
to plan ahead.

i.

Protect your family from a hard moment

When someone passes unexpectedly, their family is left to make decisions in a fog of grief — often under time pressure, often without knowing what the deceased actually wanted. A preplanned arrangement removes that burden entirely. Your family simply calls us, and everything is already in place.

ii.

Lock in today's price — forever

Cremation costs rise over time due to inflation, regulatory changes, and industry shifts. Both plans lock in today's price for life — $1,195 for local passing within California, or $1,495 for coast-to-coast protection nationwide. Whatever you pay today is what your family receives, no matter when the time comes.

iii.

Your wishes, honored exactly

How you want to be remembered is personal. Preplanning gives you the chance to put your wishes on record — the type of service, how the ashes should be handled, who should be notified — so the people you leave behind don't have to guess. It's one of the clearest acts of care you can give them.

Compare Plans

Two plans. Which is right for you?

Local Protection
$1,195

For passing within California.

What's included
  • Complete direct cremation in Orange County
  • Transportation within California
  • Death certificate filing and all permits
  • Private cremation and temporary urn
  • Return of ashes — local delivery or USPS
  • Price locked in — inflation-proof for life
  • 24/7 counselor support
Best for: Orange County residents who spend the majority of their time in California.
Recommended
Coast-to-Coast Protection
$1,495

For passing anywhere in the United States.

Everything in Local, plus:
  • Coordination with an out-of-state funeral home at the place of death
  • Interstate transport of remains back to California — no family travel required
  • Multi-state death certificate and permit paperwork handled
  • Cremation completed in Orange County — your loved one comes home
  • One point of contact for your family — wherever the call comes from
Best for: Frequent travelers, snowbirds, anyone who splits time between states, or families with members spread across the country.
Why the difference in price

When someone passes outside of California, the logistics become significantly more complex. A licensed funeral home in the state of death must be engaged to take initial custody, file local paperwork, and prepare the remains for interstate transport. Airline and ground transport fees, multi-state permits, and coordination between two sets of facilities all add real cost — typically $1,500–$3,000 or more for families who haven't planned ahead.

The Coast-to-Coast plan absorbs all of that — at a fixed price of $1,495, locked in today. For a $300 difference, your family is protected from a process that can otherwise become extremely stressful and expensive at the worst possible moment.

The Process

Simple to start, simpler to complete.

01

Tell us you'd like to plan ahead.

Call us or fill out the short form below. Let us know you're planning in advance — not arranging for an immediate need. That's all it takes to start. No commitment yet, no payment required to have a conversation.

02

We walk you through the details.

A counselor will connect with you — by phone, text, or email — to explain the arrangement, answer your questions, and document your wishes. The conversation is low-pressure and typically takes about 20 minutes.

03

Sign and lock in your price.

You'll sign a simple authorization form electronically. Once signed and payment is confirmed, your plan is in place — your price is locked at $1,195 and your wishes are on file with us.

04

Tell your family — and rest easy.

We'll provide documentation of your arrangement. Share it with a trusted family member or include it with your estate planning documents. When the time comes, your family simply calls us. We handle the rest.

Common Questions

Questions about planning ahead.

Which plan should I choose — Local or Coast-to-Coast? +
If you spend the majority of your time in California and don't travel frequently, the Local Protection Plan at $1,195 covers everything you need. If you travel regularly, split your time between states, or have family in other parts of the country who might be with you when you pass, the Coast-to-Coast Plan at $1,495 is the smarter choice. For just $300 more, your family avoids a process that typically costs $1,500–$3,000 or more when handled without preplanning.
What exactly happens if I pass outside of California? +
Without a plan, your family would need to locate and engage a funeral home in the state where you passed, pay their fees, arrange interstate transport of the remains, navigate two sets of death certificate and permit paperwork across different state regulations — all while grieving and often from a distance. With our Coast-to-Coast plan, we coordinate all of it: the out-of-state funeral home, the transport back to California, the multi-state paperwork, and the cremation here in Orange County. Your family makes one call to us, and we handle the rest.
Does my price really stay locked in? +
Yes. Once your plan is in place and payment is confirmed, the price is locked for life — $1,195 for the Local Plan, $1,495 for Coast-to-Coast. Neither will increase regardless of inflation, regulatory changes, or how many years pass before the plan is needed. This is one of the most concrete financial benefits of preplanning.
What if I change my mind or want to update my plan? +
Plans can be updated. Call or email us and we'll make any changes you need — including upgrading from Local to Coast-to-Coast. If you need to cancel entirely, we'll walk you through the terms based on when and how the plan was set up.
How does my family know what I've arranged? +
We'll provide written documentation of your arrangement. We strongly recommend sharing a copy with at least one trusted family member or including it with your estate planning documents. The most common reason prearranged plans go unused is simply that family members didn't know they existed.
Do I have to pay in full when I prearrange? +
Full payment is required to lock in your price — $1,195 for Local or $1,495 for Coast-to-Coast. We accept all major credit cards. If you'd like to discuss your options before committing, we're happy to have that conversation first — no payment required to ask questions.
Can I prearrange for a spouse or parent? +
Yes — you can prearrange on behalf of an immediate family member with their consent and participation. Many couples choose to arrange together at the same time. We'll walk you through what's needed for each person.

Start a conversation.
No commitment required.

Fill out the short form and a counselor will be in touch to walk you through the preplanning process — what it involves, what it costs, and what happens when the time comes.

There's no pressure and no sales pitch. If preplanning isn't right for your situation, we'll tell you.

Everything is handled remotely — by phone, text, or email. No office visits needed.

No commitment, no pressure. Just a conversation.

We'll be in touch.

A counselor will reach out as soon as possible to walk you through the preplanning process. If you have questions in the meantime, call us at (714) 788-5572.

📞 Call 24/7 Start Online