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New Salem Funeral Home & Cemetery
1823 N Blue Mills Rd, Independence, MO 64058 · (816) 796-8600
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★★★★★5.027 Google reviews

About New Salem Funeral Home & Cemetery

New Salem Funeral Home & Cemetery is an independently owned, full-service funeral home and cemetery in Independence, Missouri. As a combined funeral home and on-site cemetery, they offer families the convenience of handling both funeral services and burial arrangements in one place, which can simplify coordination during an already difficult time. Their direct cremation starts at $1,200, which is a competitive price point for the Kansas City metro area. On Google, they hold a 5.0-star rating across 27 reviews, reflecting consistently positive feedback, though the relatively small number of reviews means there is limited information to draw broad conclusions from.
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Pricing overview
Source: General Price List · Data as of Apr 2026
Direct cremation
All-inclusive package
$1,200
Direct cremation from
$1,200
Basic Services of Funeral Director and Staff1 items
Basic Services of the Director, Staff, and Overhead
$1,800
Embalming1 items
Embalming
$675
Use of Facilities and Staff4 items
Use of Facilities and Staff for Viewing/Visitation
$395
Use of Facilities and Staff for Funeral Ceremony
$595
Use of Facilities and Staff for Memorial Service
$595
Use of Equipment and Staff for Graveside Service
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Transportation3 items
Transfer of Remains to Funeral Home (First Call)
$225
Use of a Funeral Coach (Hearse)
$375
Use of a Family Car (Limousine)
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Forwarding of Remains1 items
Forwarding Remains to Another Funeral Home
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Receiving Remains from Another Funeral Home1 items
Receiving Remains from Another Funeral Home
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Direct Cremation1 items
Direct Cremation
$1,200
Immediate Burial1 items
Direct Burial
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Google Reviews
★★★★★Michele Schifsky
2 months ago

Royer Funeral Home was very professional regarding our friend’s wish to be cremated. I’ve never had to fill out a death certificate before and the process was very streamlined.

★★★★★James Moore
5 months ago

The prompt response in caring for my mother's body after she passed was greatly appreciated. The cremation cost was very reasonable, and Jacquie was friendly and efficient in handling the paperwork and providing death certificates. Highly recommend.

★★★★★Ron Connell
a year ago

My husband and I checked out this location several years ago when we were discussing our funeral plans. We had both decided on cremation. When he passed away I simply filled out a form online and the funeral home took care of every thing else. They were all very professional and caring. I couldn't h…

★★★★★Joseph Manz
2 years ago

They were caring and very understanding .. Priced wonderfully and helped me threw the process .. I couldn’t have done it with out them …

★★★★★Sheri Link
3 years ago

We were contacted quickly to get the process started. We were kept informed and given updates as to what was going on. Everyone was friendly and professional. That helped to make this difficult time a little easier. In the past three years I have used their services twice and have not been disappoin…

Quick facts
OwnershipIndependent
Phone(816) 796-8600
ServicesNot provided
HoursNot provided
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