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Cremation Society of Illinois
1030 E. Norhtwest Highway Suite 100, Mt. Prospect, IL 60056 · (847) 577-6505
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★★★★★5.0106 Google reviews

About Cremation Society of Illinois

Cremation Society of Illinois is an independently owned funeral home located in Mt. Prospect, serving families across the Chicago area. They offer cremation and burial services, and as their name suggests, cremation appears to be a particular focus of their work. Their direct cremation starting price of $1,800 and traditional burial starting price of $2,070 are notably affordable for the Chicago suburban market, making them a strong option for families who are budget-conscious or simply prefer a straightforward, lower-cost arrangement. Reviewers have given them a 5.0-star rating across 106 Google reviews, which is an unusually high volume of consistently positive feedback and suggests families have had reliably good experiences with their care and communication.
Pricing overview
Source: General Price List · Data as of Apr 2026
Direct cremation
All-inclusive package
$1,800
Traditional burial
Full-service package
$2,070
Direct cremation from
$1,800
Basic Services of Funeral Director and Staff1 items
Basic Services of the Director, Staff, and Overhead
$730
Embalming1 items
Embalming
$495
Use of Facilities and Staff4 items
Use of Facilities and Staff for Viewing/Visitation
$690
Use of Facilities and Staff for Funeral Ceremony
$800
Use of Facilities and Staff for Memorial Service
$800
Use of Equipment and Staff for Graveside Service
$800
Transportation3 items
Transfer of Remains to Funeral Home (First Call)
$455
Use of a Funeral Coach (Hearse)
$650
Use of a Family Car (Limousine)
Contact
Forwarding of Remains1 items
Forwarding Remains to Another Funeral Home
$2,195
Receiving Remains from Another Funeral Home1 items
Receiving Remains from Another Funeral Home
$1,645
Direct Cremation1 items
Direct Cremation
$1,800
Immediate Burial1 items
Direct Burial
$2,070

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Google Reviews
★★★★★Kate O'Grady
2 months ago

My Mother passed away a year ago. I couldn’t believe when I received a message from Cremation Society of IL telling me they were thinking about our family at this time. I was numb going into their doors a year ago and probably didn’t even realize how easy they made things for me but over time as I s…

★★★★★Gita Tewari
5 months ago

Mike and Elizabeth were kind, compassionate and caring in helping my sisters and I navigate through a very difficult time in our lives (the passing of our beloved mother). They were also knowledgeable, professional and accessible. I highly recommend the Cremation Society of Illinois!

★★★★★Peter Kitzhoefer
5 months ago

Eric Klemundt and the Cremation Society of Illinois did a wonderful job. Eric was tactful, friendly and kind in guiding my family through the process (the cremation of our loved ones itself and necessary paperwork). That made the sad and stressful part of dealing with our loss easier. We are thankfu…

★★★★★Dianne Rogal
6 months ago

I used the Cremation Society of Illinois a few weeks ago when my husband died after a long battle with cancer. Everyone I had contact with was professional and courteous. Eric at the office was wonderful at helping me select an urn, handle paperwork, and secure death certificates. The fellow Ben, …

★★★★★Marc Wilson
7 months ago

Eric and Elizabeth from Cremation Society of IL have been wonderful to work with. The attention to our family and the caring nature towards our deceased family member has been very comforting. They are impeccable communicators and have helped us navigate this difficult process with wonderful know…

Quick facts
OwnershipIndependent
Phone(847) 577-6505
ServicesNot provided
HoursOpen 24 hours
Google reviews106 reviews →
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