Simple. Affordable. Caring.
Cremations starting at $795
Proudly serving families across the Greater St. Louis Metropolitan area and Southern Illinois with dignified, hassle-free cremation care.
My loved one just passed. What's next?
Planning a cremation can feel overwhelming. Rest assured, our staff will guide you through every step and answer any question you have about the process, so you can focus on what matters most.
Speak With Our Care TeamOur cremation services
Three straightforward options, so you only pay for what your family needs.
Direct Cremation
Our most affordable option — a dignified cremation without a formal service.
Cremation With Memorial Service
Cremation paired with a memorial gathering to honor your loved one.
Funeral With Cremation
A traditional funeral service followed by cremation.
Cremation planning, made easy
Make arrangements online or call our care team to notify us of your loved one's passing.
We bring your loved one into our personal care once arrangements are complete.
We register the death and obtain copies of the death certificate on your behalf.
We perform a private, dignified cremation after all permits are received.
We return cremated remains and certificates by priority mail or hand delivery.
Get text updates on your arrangements
Many families prefer a quick text over a phone call during a difficult time. Share your number below and a Gateway Cremation Center care coordinator will text you to confirm details, appointment reminders, and document status. This is completely optional.
Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. Text "STOP" to cancel at any time; text "HELP" for help. Message and data rates may apply. Number of messages sent will vary based on your arrangement activity. For more details, see our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. This program is not related to any other Gateway Cremation Center marketing lists.
Welcome to Gateway Cremation Center
If you're looking for simple, affordable, and caring cremation services around the St. Louis metropolitan and southern Illinois areas, look no further.
Our cremation packages offer flexibility for families who want an alternative to traditional funeral services — whether that's a direct cremation, cremation with a memorial service, or a funeral with cremation. We're dedicated to a compassionate, hassle-free experience so you can focus on honoring your loved one's memory.
Two locations, one caring team
We're honored to serve families throughout the Missouri and Southern Illinois counties surrounding St. Louis. If a death has occurred outside these areas, please call us to inquire about our services.