Cremation and Cemeteries

A cremation niche is a receptacle within a columbarium. The columbarium will have recessed compartments where the urn is permanently placed. This is becoming more popular for families who want to visit their loved on at their final resting place.

Columbarium’s are typically made of fine marble or premium granite. They can be in a mausoleum (which is used for full casket entombments) or a dedicated building, usually located in a cemetery. Cremation niches can have a glass front which allows viewing the urn and any personal memorial items that were added to the niche. They are available in different sizes to accommodate your needs.

What Does a Cremation Niche Cost

The cost of cremation niche can vary, based on location and cemetery. The indoor niches are the most expensive. A single niche approximately 9″ x 9″ x 9″ (inches) starts around $700 and larger niches can cost up to $3000, when purchased before death. If the niche is purchased at the time of death, it can cost up to 25% more.

The cost of a cremation niche includes:

• The niche (property) holding the urn
• Inurnment (including labor)
• Recording of the process
• Name and dates engraved on the urn
• An additional fee up to $200 for a Saturday or Sunday (if Sunday is available) inurnment.

Benefits to Choosing a Cremation Niche

• Less expensive then cemetery space.
• Many people prefer above ground burial as a matter of personal choice.
• Above ground burial niches are not subject to extreme weather conditions.
• Above ground burial with a cremation niche is a viable option to grave burial of an urn for families who want to visit their loved one’s final resting place