Affordable Cremation Services
starting at
$895
Proudly Serving Families in the Greater St. Louis Metropolitan & Southern Illinois
- Missouri(314)-899-9638
- Illinois(618)-789-0807
Welcome to Gateway Cremation
If you are looking for simple, affordable, and caring cremation services around the St. Louis metropolitan and southern Illinois areas, look no further!
The Gateway Cremation experience is designed around simplicity. Our cremation package offers flexibility and affordability to our families who desire an alternative to traditional funeral services. Whether you are considering a direct cremation, cremation with a memorial service, or a funeral with a cremation, we have options to suit your needs.
Our Cremation Services
Direct Cremation
Starting at
$895
For families who want a simple and flexible farewell without a viewing or service.
Cremation With Memorial Service
Starting at
$2,495
Memorial service at location of your choice, custom engraved urn, floral arrangement and online obituary.
Funeral With Cremation
Starting at
$3,995
Embalming, 2-hour funeral service, rental casket, cremation, programs and register book.
My Loved One Just Passed, What's Next?
Planning a funeral can be overwhelming; there are so many questions: What happens next? Where do you start? Rest assured, the staff at Gateway Cremation will help you make all the preparations necessary. We understand what you’re going through and will make the process as smooth as possible for you during this difficult time.
Cremation Planning Made Easy
Arrangements
Make the 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 after all of the arrangements have been made
Registration
We register your loved one’s death and obtain copies of the death certificate on your behalf
Cremation
We perform a private, dignified cremation after receiving all permits and documentation
Delivery
We return your loved one’s cremated remains and death certificates to you by priority mail or hand delivery
Serving Greater St. Louis & Southern Illinois
We are honored to serve families in 57 counties across Missouri and Illinois from our offices in St. Louis and Cahokia Heights. Find cremation services near you:
- St. CharlesMissouri
- O'FallonMissouri
- Jefferson CountyMissouri
- Cape GirardeauMissouri
- BellevilleIllinois
- Granite CityIllinois
- EdwardsvilleIllinois
- SpringfieldIllinois
- Our offices
- Communities we serve
- Counties served
What Families Say
Remembering Lives & Honoring Legacies
Read the obituaries of those we have had the privilege to serve, share a memory, and leave condolences for their families.

Plan Ahead
Make a thoughtful decision and give your loved ones an eternal gift of peace by preplanning your cremation. Not only does this provide financial security, convenience, and personalization, but it also relieves your family of emotional burdens during a difficult time. Your ultimate selfless act can profoundly impact your loved ones.
Honored to Serve Missouri & Illinois
We are honored to serve the Greater St. Louis Metropolitan and Southern Illinois, including the counties listed here.
If a death has occurred in a county not listed, please call us to inquire about our services.
In Missouri
St. Louis City, St. Louis, St. Charles (incl. O’Fallon), Audrain, Bollinger, Boone, Callaway, Cape Girardeau, Cole, Crawford, Franklin, Gasconade, Iron, Jefferson, Lincoln, Madison, Maries, Monroe, Montgomery, Osage, Phelps, Pike, Perry, Ralls, St. Francois, Ste. Genevieve, Warren, and Washington.
In Illinois
Bond, Calhoun, Cass, Christian, Clinton, De Witt, Effingham, Fayette, Jackson, Jefferson, Jersey, Logan, Macon, Macoupin, Madison (incl. Edwardsville, Granite City), Mason, Marion, McLean, Menard, Monroe, Morgan, Montgomery, Perry, Randolph, Sangamon, St. Clair, Tazewell, Washington, and Williamson.

