Cheapest Cremation in Gary, IN (2026)
The lowest direct cremation in Gary starts at $1,095 from Powell Coleman Funeral Home. Below, every active local provider is ranked by price so you can compare and request free quotes.
Lowest price
$1,095
Median price
$1,575
Typical range
$1,450–$1,995
Based on the published prices of 5 of 9 Gary providers. Half list direct cremation between $1,450–$1,995.
| # | Provider | Direct Cremation | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Powell Coleman Funeral HomeLowest price | $1,095 | 4.3★ (67) |
| 2 | Smith Bizzell & Warner Funeral | $1,450 | 4.5★ (26) |
| 3 | Rendina Funeral Home | $1,575 | 4.1★ (7) |
| 4 | Ridgelawn Funeral Home | $1,995 | 2.7★ (12) |
| 5 | Guy and Allen | $2,605 | 3.7★ (39) |
| 6 | Calumet Pre-Need | Call for pricing | 3★ (1) |
| 7 | Calumet Wilbert Vault Co. Inc. | Call for pricing | 3★ (2) |
| 8 | Lakeshore Funeral Services Inc | Call for pricing | 3.2★ (9) |
| 9 | Mcduffie Funeral & Cremations | Call for pricing | 5★ (2) |
Prices are 2026 direct cremation estimates from each provider's listing and may change. They are not quotes — always request a written, itemized price list (your right under the FTC Funeral Rule) before paying.
How to get the cheapest cremation in Gary
The single biggest way to lower your cost is to choose a direct cremation — cremation with no viewing or ceremony beforehand. In Gary, prices for the exact same direct cremation routinely vary by $1,000 or more between providers, which is why comparing the ranked list above pays off. Dedicated cremation specialists almost always undercut full-service funeral homes for a simple cremation.
Get at least three itemized quotes, supply your own urn rather than buying the provider's, and confirm exactly what each price includes (transportation, the cremation, a basic container, permits, and return of the ashes). Our cheapest direct cremation guide and list of hidden fees to watch for walk through how to avoid overpaying.
See all options and read reviews on the main Gary cremation providers page, or compare statewide pricing in our cost of cremation in Indiana guide.
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