How much do cremation services cost?

A direct cremation is the most affordable as it does not require any embalming. The embalming is only necessary if you have a viewing before the cremation. However, you can always organize a memorial for your mom once the cremation is complete. If you want to save costs, you can also skip the fancy urn and scatter her ashes directly from the temporary urn. Typically, direct cremation costs between $2,000 and $5,000.