FAQs

How can you offer such affordable prices?

Lumen Cremation is different than a traditional funeral home. We have intentionally limited our overhead costs by conserving our physical space and by using technology to serve families conveniently and cost-effectively. Because we specialize in simple cremation arrangements, we can maintain high-quality service at a very affordable cost. Read More

Cremation makes the most sense financially, but I still want to take care of and honor my loved one. How do I do that?

Choosing Lumen Cremation actually gives you more options, not only because it is the most affordable method of disposition but also because you can arrange a service for your loved one at any time. We offer many keepsakes in our store, such as jewelry and urns, to honor your… Read More

Is a funeral/memorial service included?

No, but many of the families we serve will personally plan a memorial or celebration of life service at a later time for their friends and family to attend. By choosing a simple cremation with Lumen, you still have all the options available to you and can arrange a service… Read More

What is the step-by-step process for cremation at Lumen?

At our website www.lumencremation.com, click the green button that reads “Start Planning.” Once you do this, you will be taken to a page that shows all of the offerings in our Basic Cremation Plan, and at this point, you will click the black “begin planning” button in order to start… Read More

How are your services different from a “regular” crematory?

At Lumen Cremation, we want to make planning a cremation simple, convenient, and affordable. We use technology to streamline the process for families and our staff. This helps us save overhead costs, which we pass on to you by lowering our rates. We are an alternative to the traditional funeral… Read More

I thought I had to go to a funeral home to plan. Who usually chooses online cremation?

All kinds of families are choosing to plan a cremation online with us. You do not need to have any expertise; our Care Team is here to assist you every step of the way and can even take all of your information by phone if you prefer. Our mission at… Read More

I’m hearing about more people choosing cremation … why is this?

It’s true; more and more people are choosing cremation. There are many reasons to select cremation. Cremation is more affordable than traditional burial, in part because you can avoid the cost of a casket, a vault or outer burial container, and the cemetery property. Not to mention, cremation gives families greater flexibility when planning a funeral, memorial, or another gathering as well… Read More

What is Lumen Cremation?

Lumen Cremation offers a simple cremation package you can use to arrange online or over the phone — eliminating the need to visit a funeral home or crematory in person. Our cremation specialists will help you make the best decisions for your family. We are proud to be the exclusive Cremation with Confidence™ provider for Nashville and Middle Tennessee. This guarantee gives you peace of mind that your loved… Read More