National Cremation Society
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National Cremation Society
4460 E Thomas Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85018 · (602) 840-0335
CremationIndependentPricing Verified
★★★★★4.9232 Google reviews

About National Cremation Society

National Cremation Society has operated its Phoenix location since 1973 and is listed as independently owned, making it one of the longer-established cremation-focused providers in the market. The provider specializes exclusively in cremation and burial services, with a notable ability to complete arrangements entirely online, as well as dedicated tracks for veterans, pre-need planning with a 30-day money-back guarantee, and 24/7 availability for families at the time of loss. Specific pricing figures were not available for this profile, and the provider markets itself as an affordable, all-inclusive option with no hidden fees — families should request the full General Price List directly before committing, and those considering pre-need plans should ask in writing how trust funds are protected if costs rise before the plan is used. The Phoenix location holds a 4.9 out of 5 rating across 232 Google reviews, with customers consistently praising staff compassion and the clarity of the process; the main concerns surfaced in online reviews relate to sales outreach practices rather than service quality, and a complaint about a pre-need shortfall involves a Florida location, not Phoenix.

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Pricing overview
Source: General Price List · Data as of Apr 2026
Direct cremation
All-inclusive package
$1,560
Traditional burial
Full-service package
$1,348
Direct cremation from
$1,560
Basic Services of Funeral Director and Staff1 items
Basic Services of the Director, Staff, and Overhead
$930
Embalming1 items
Embalming
$495
Use of Facilities and Staff4 items
Use of Facilities and Staff for Viewing/Visitation
$350
Use of Facilities and Staff for Funeral Ceremony
$350
Use of Facilities and Staff for Memorial Service
$350
Use of Equipment and Staff for Graveside Service
$350
Transportation3 items
Transfer of Remains to Funeral Home (First Call)
$299
Use of a Funeral Coach (Hearse)
$395
Use of a Family Car (Limousine)
$350
Forwarding of Remains1 items
Forwarding Remains to Another Funeral Home
$1,619
Receiving Remains from Another Funeral Home1 items
Receiving Remains from Another Funeral Home
$1,000
Direct Cremation1 items
Direct Cremation
$1,560
Immediate Burial1 items
Direct Burial
$1,348

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Staff
Erika Thibeau
Funeral Director
OR After the unexpected death of our daughter
Funeral Director
Barbara Kallevig
Director
My dealings were with Barbara Kallevig
Director
Indira Lugo
Funeral Director
Google Reviews
★★★★★Latricia Andrews-Gilman
2 weeks ago

The National Cremation Society are Very caring and sympathetic. Our family has received their services with three other family members. They are consistently helpful and kind with excellent customer service

★★★★★DD & KAREN S
a month ago

My experience was extremely positive and easy to follow and complete. The people were very knowledgeable and understanding and provided follow up information on various issues. I’m very glad that I have them to take care of my final remains and that my son will not encounter any difficulties at that…

★★★★★Barbara
a month ago

Linda was wonderful, she presented the choices and related it to my family situation. She was warm, caring and also made it so easy to discuss my options. I am thankful this decision is made to make it easier on my family. Thank you.

★★★★★JASON Auch
a month ago

I lost my Mom and then my stepdad about a year and a half apart. National Cremation helped me with both of their deaths. They were there with resources and also listened to what I had to say. The lady with my stepdad listened for about 45 minutes of me venting. She didn’t have to do that, but it rea…

★★★★★Maral Moffitt
a month ago

The people at the NCS, are very professional yet so kind in helping with every need and question. They couldn't have been nicer, trying their best to make everything go as smooth as possible. I appreciated their thoughtfulness.

Quick facts
OwnershipIndependent
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Phone(602) 840-0335
Metro areaPhoenix
Servicescremation, burial
HoursOpen 24 hours
Google reviews232 reviews →
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