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.

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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.

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Our cremation services

Three straightforward options, so you only pay for what your family needs.

Direct Cremation

Starting at $795

Our most affordable option — a dignified cremation without a formal service.

Cremation With Memorial Service

Starting at $1,895

Cremation paired with a memorial gathering to honor your loved one.

Funeral With Cremation

Starting at $2,895

A traditional funeral service followed by cremation.

Cremation planning, made easy

Arrangements

Make arrangements online or call our care team to notify us of your loved one's passing.

Collect & Care

We bring your loved one into our personal care once arrangements are complete.

Registration

We register the death and obtain copies of the death certificate on your behalf.

Cremation

We perform a private, dignified cremation after all permits are received.

Delivery

We return cremated remains and certificates by priority mail or hand delivery.

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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.

Missouri Location

1720 Olive Street, St. Louis, MO 63103

(314) 899-9638

Illinois Location

10 Industrial Park, Cahokia Heights, IL 62206

(618) 789-0807