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Mortuary and cremation services from $995. Our team is standing by 24/7.

Call (310) 582-5086
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When You Call:

  1. A Care Specialist answers 24/7

  2. We ask a few simple questions

  3. We handle transport and paperwork

  4. Your loved one is treated with dignity

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Trusted by Thousands of Families
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Why Choose Meadow

How Meadow compares to other cremation services in Dallas Fort-Worth.

Google Rating
Advertised Price
Actual Price
for same
Meadow features
Hidden Fees
Meadow
4.9
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$995
$995
$0
None
Lone Star Cremation
4.9
$795
$895-1044
+$300
Cremation permit, 24/7 phone support, home pickup
Kramer Family Texas
4.9
$749
$1200-1500
+$450
Cremation permit, 200 lbs+, 24/7 phone support
Aria Cremation
4.6
$1,995
$2,220
+$225
Cremation permit, cremation container
Pricing based on publicly available General Price Lists (GPLs) and online quotes accessed in April 2026. Final prices may vary.

Our Promise to Families

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Driven by care, defined by excellence.
At Meadow, we know that arranging cremation care for someone you love is one of life’s most difficult moments.
Our mission is to make that moment a little easier. That's why we've built a modern approach to mortuary services in Dallas Fort-Worth — one that prioritizes dignity, transparency, and simplicity over the high overhead of traditional funeral homes. We promise to ensure every person is treated with dignity, respect, and compassion.
When you work with us, we promise to honor two principles:
  1. Dignified, compassionate care. Your loved one will be treated with respect, and you will be supported every step of the way.
  2. Clear, honest pricing. You’ll always know the cost upfront — no hidden fees, no surprises.
This is why families trust Meadow, and we’d be honored to support yours as well. That’s what makes Meadow the most trusted mortuary and cremation service in Dallas Fort-Worth.

Warmly,
Signature
Sam Gerstenzang, Founder & Owner

Mortuary Plans & Pricing

Both plans include:

  • Around-the-clock access to our Care specialists - call us anytime

  • Private, dignified cremation for loved ones up to 250 lbs

  • Licensed mortuary care from pickup through return of remains

  • Secure refrigeration throughout the process

  • 24/7 transportation and care, with no mileage fees - ever

  • All necessary legal paperwork, including filing the death certificate

  • Easy-to-use online portal to follow each step of the process

  • Complimentary digital obituary - we can write this for you

  • Affordable monthly payment plans available to fit your needs

Body Donation

Eligibility Criteria Apply

  • Includes Meadow’s Signature cremation service at no cost for you

  • Supports medical and scientific advancement through body donation

Basic

Cannot be Prepaid

  • Pick up ashes at local crematory

  • Free, temporary plastic urn (upgrade options available)

Body Donation

Eligibility Criteria Apply

  • Includes Meadow’s Signature cremation service at no cost for you

  • Supports medical and scientific advancement through body donation

Basic

Cannot be Prepaid

  • Pick up ashes at local crematory

  • Free, temporary plastic urn (upgrade options available)

Flexible add-on services available:

  • Scattering at sea (unwitnessed): $350

*3% credit card processing fee. No fee for debit cards. If you’re outside Meadow’s service area, we can still help. An additional fee may apply.
Want to know more about our $0 option?

Learn how our free medical donation program works.

Why Dallas Fort-Worth Families Are Choosing Cremation Over A Traditional Mortuary

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Over 60% of Texas families now choose cremation over traditional burial — and the reasons go beyond cost.
A traditional mortuary burial in Texas typically runs $7,000–$10,000+, including casket, embalming, cemetery plot, and headstone. Direct cremation with Meadow starts at $995, all-inclusive.
But cost is only part of the story. Cremation gives families something a traditional burial can't: time and flexibility. There's no rush to plan a service, no pressure to coordinate cemetery logistics, and no limit on how you choose to honor your loved one. Many families hold a celebration of life weeks or months later — at a beach, a park, a favorite restaurant, or at home.
Meadow provides the same professional mortuary care you'd expect from any licensed Texas funeral home — 24/7 transportation, all legal paperwork, dignified handling — without the overhead of a brick-and-mortar facility. The result: better care, lower cost, and a process that works around your family's needs.

Trusted by 4,000+ Dallas Fort-Worth Families

How Our Mortuary &
Cremation Process Works

1. Start the arrangements

Our mortuary arrangement process can be done over the phone, via email, or online — no need to visit a funeral home. Answer a few questions, and we will handle the rest.

2. Your loved one is brought into our care

Once you have chosen Meadow as your Dallas Fort-Worth mortuary provider, we will bring your loved one into our care and keep them safe until the paperwork is complete. Questions? Our team of experts are here to help.

3. Cremation and return of ashes

A licensed funeral director will complete the required documentation in accordance with Texas requirements to proceed with the cremation. Once the cremation is complete, the remains will be carefully returned to you in a tasteful wooden urn. We will keep you updated so that you are informed every step of the way.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Meadow a mortuary?

Yes — Meadow is a licensed mortuary and cremation service provider in Texas (FD #4911). We specialize exclusively in cremation, which means we deliver the same professional mortuary care — transportation, legal paperwork, dignified handling of your loved one — without the overhead costs of maintaining a traditional funeral home facility. Our all-inclusive mortuary services start at $995, compared to $2,500–$4,000+ at most Dallas Fort-Worth mortuaries.

What's the difference between a traditional mortuary and Meadow's cremation service?

A traditional Dallas Fort-Worth mortuary typically offers both burial and cremation, along with embalming, viewing rooms, and on-site chapels — all of which add to the cost. Meadow focuses specifically on cremation, handling everything from 24/7 transportation to all legal paperwork to the return of remains. The care and professionalism are the same; the difference is you're not paying for services you don't need.

How much do mortuary services cost?

Traditional mortuary costs in the Dallas Fort-Worth area range from $5,000 to over $10,000 for a full burial service, including casket, embalming, and cemetery fees. Direct cremation through Meadow starts at $995 — all-inclusive with no hidden fees. This covers 24/7 transportation anywhere in the county, all legal paperwork, a private cremation, your choice of urn, and return of remains.

Do you offer burial services at your mortuary?

Meadow specializes exclusively in cremation services. We do not offer burial. Cremation is now chosen by over 60% of Texas families and offers significant advantages in cost, flexibility, and simplicity. If you're exploring your options, our care team can walk you through the differences at (844) 606-3210.

How quickly can you arrange mortuary services in Dallas Fort-Worth?

We can begin immediately. Our mortuary care team is available 24/7 and can arrange transportation from anywhere in the Dallas Fort-Worth area — hospitals, homes, nursing facilities, or the coroner's office. Arrangements can be completed by phone or online in about 15 minutes, and the entire cremation process is typically completed within 7–10 business days.