Burial
Our Direct Burial Service is designed to offer families straightforward and dignified arrangements for their loved ones. We believe in making this process as transparent and stress-free as possible through our commitment to keeping things simple, dignified, and affordable. Whether you're considering preplanning or require immediate assistance, Forest City Cremation Services is committed to providing compassionate, professional and respectful care of all final arrangements.
Should you need any further information or explanation, please contact our office and we will gladly answer all of your questions.
Direct Burial Service
Professional & Staff Services
Consultation and co-ordination of services
Professional consultation with licensed director, and co-ordination of all steps before, during and after burial service, including services and supplies provided by us, as well as those provided by third party suppliers, such as death notices.
$285.00
Transfer from place of death
Using an unmarked service van. Additional mileage fees apply beyond 80 km.
$295.00
Documentation
Completion and filing of all documents necessary to carry out the services and supplies requested, including death registration, burial permit. Provision of 10 Proof of Death Certificates and AfterCare Paperwork - issued by Forest City Cremation Services.
$295.00
Basic preparation of remains
Identification confirmation. Jewelry, personal effects removal (if applicable). The preparation and placement of the body into a casket for burial.
$220.00
Transfer to cemetery
Using an unmarked service van.
$145.00
Facilities for storage
Licensed Facility for temporary Storage (Holding Room) until Burial takes place.
$246.42
Basic Burial Casket
by Victoriaville Casket Company Ltd. “Glenbar” Casket - Natural Wood Casket with Handles (other selections available)
$695.00
Itemized Total
$2181.42
Harmonized Sales Tax
Disbursements:
$283.58
Municipal Registration Fee
London City Hall Death Registration
$30.00
Total cost for a Direct Burial Service:
$2495.00
Possible additional fees:
Additional mileage — Mileage traveled beyond 80 km from the business will be charged one way only, at a rate of $1.75 per kilometre.
Facilities for storage — When Forest City Cremation Services holding room must be used, a fee of $200 will be charged.
Our Services Include
Transportation from the Place of Death, Filing Required Documentation, Unlimited Number of Proof of Death Certificates (same day issued), Basic burial casket, Transportation to the cemetery, Service Vehicle and City Hall Registration Fee, Completion and Filing of the Canada Pension Death Benefits for Lump Sum (if eligible $2500.00) as well as filing for the Spousal Benefit.
Financial Assistance is available to those that are eligible. We are in full cooperation with both Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) and the Discretionary Benefits Program through the City of London.
To view our full selection of memorial products, including urns, caskets, and keepsakes, click here.