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Our Affordable Cremation Costs

The Simply Cremation® plan is an affordable cremation option offered by Gill Brothers Funeral and Cremation Services. We have several locations you can choose from that will honor our inexpensive, simple cremation plan.

Our Simply Cremation® Plan is $2995

This cremation plan includes:
  • Transfer of Remains to Funeral Home within the metro area
  • Crematory/Retort Charge (Cremation Process)
  • Alternative Container and four (4) certified copies of the Death Certificate
  • Plastic Cremation Urn(s) and local medical examiner fee included.

Additional services can also be added to the plan:

  • Ordering copies of death certificates. The Minnesota Department of Health has set the price of $13 for the first copy and $6 for each additional copy. (State law prohibits adding to the price of death certificates.)
(These fees will be added to the “Simply Cremation®” price if any and or all of the above services packages are utilized.) 
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Simply Cremation Package $2995 in Minnesota

The Simply Cremation Plan is an affordable cremation option offered by Gill Brothers Funeral and Cremation Services in Minnesota. We have three convenient locations you can choose from that will honor our inexpensive, simple cremation plan.

We are proud that our cremation costs are the most affordable in Minnesota. We've had years of experience providing many families with cremation services in Minnesota, so we understand and respect your decisions. Not only that, we will take all the time you may need to make an informed decision.

This Price Includes:

  • Transfer of Remains to Funeral Home within the metro area
  • Crematory/Retort Charge (Cremation Process)  
  • Alternative Container and four (4) certified copies of the Death Certificate
  • Plastic Cremation Urn(s) and local medical examiner fee included.

Additional services can also be added to the plan:

  • Ordering copies of the death certificates. The Minnesota Department of Health has set the price of $13 for the first copy and $6 for each additonal copy. (State law prohibits adding to the price of death certificates)

Our Simply Cremation Package is $2995


Transfer of Remains to Funeral Home within the metro area
Crematory/Retort Charge (Cremation Process)  
Alternative Container and four (4) certified copies of the Death Certificate
Plastic Cremation Urn(s) and local medical examiner fee included.

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Are you considering a cremation - either to designate for yourself, or for a loved one? You are not alone in considering cremation - Minnesota has one of the highest rates of cremation. However, you may have a lot of questions before you can feel comfortable making the decision.

Contact us today to get started with planning the cremation you, or your loved one deserves.
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Arrived in Minneapolis with the cremated remains of a dear friend. Needed to have the remains removed from the TSA approved urn we were forced to use for flying and put back into the real urn for burial, and didn’t know how we were going to make this happen. Even though Gill Brothers had nothing to do with our friend’s burial, they were more than happy to help us with no expectation of payment. We were so impressed with the way they welcomed us into their business and treated our friend’s remains with care and dignity. Thank you!

M. Smith

Dan McGraw is so kind and made the planning of my sister's funeral from out of state less stressful. My sister had used Gill Brothers 4 years ago after her daughter was killed in a pedestrian accident, so it was natural for me to choose Gill Brothers. I cannot say enough kind words about Dan McGraw and the others at Gill Brothers.

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I am very surprised there are not more reviews about Gill Brothers Funeral Chapels. I simply can't say enough good things about this company and it's people, especially Dan McGraw. From the time I entered the facility I was treated with respect and kindness. Everyone not only understood my grieving, but expected it. i was shown to a nice calm room, and finished up some paperwork.

The process was explained to me and I was invited to take some time and say goodbye. I would highly recommend Gill Brothers. They made a sad situation more bearable. Thank you Dan McGraw.

L. Pham

Cremation Expenses: Related Questions and Answers

Cremation costs in Minnesota can vary depending on the services you select. To protect you against hidden costs, Minnesota - and the FTC (Federal Trade Commission) - stipulate that you must have all funeral and cremation costs itemized.

Generally, the average cost of cremation is less than the cost of a traditional funeral. Some variables to consider include:
  • Funeral costs: you might decide to have a funeral before the cremation. Many often have their remains casketed in a rental or ceremonial casket with a visitation and or a funeral service prior to the cremation process according to Daniel McGraw from Gill Brothers Funeral and Cremation Services in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
  • Casket costs: A cremation does not require a casket. However, some sort of rigid container is required by Minnesota law. Funeral homes and crematories have inexpensive options, such as fiberboard, wood or rental caskets for this.  
  • Urns for ashes: although you will be provided with a cremation ash receptacle, you may want to purchase an urn for ashes to provide a beautiful memorial. These urns can cost anywhere from less than $20 to thousands of dollars.
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Questions


  • What are some overall costs and considerations for a full burial vs. cremation?

    When we pass away there will be choices that our family or friends have to make. Having knowledge in advance can save them time, energy, and trouble in their time of sadness. Here’s some information you need to know about the costs of full burial vs. cremation that can help you make informed decisions.


    Some of the information provided:

    • the number of cremations and burials during the last 50 years which shows how the rate of cremation is going up as the number of burials is going down
    • what relgions allow cremations and what religions allow burial
    • a cost analysis of cremaiton vs. burial

    Read the full article here:

    Full Burial vs. Cremation: An Infographic on Cost Analysis

  • Do you need a membership?

    No - you do not need to become a member.


    Keep in mind that Minnesota cremation societies are licensed, for-profit funeral homes (like all cremation societies in the US). Gill Brothers funeral homes are also licensed funeral homes. So, you are able to get all of the options offered from cremation societies at Gill Brothers Funeral homes - without a membership.

  • Does Simply Cremation have access to an inexpensive burial option?

    Yes, Simply Cremation does have a plan administrated through Gill Brothers Funeral Home (612 861 6088). The “Simply Burial” plan, like “Simply Cremation” is a inexpensive or even what some would call a “green” burial plan. Please connect with Gill Brothers Funeral Home for pricing information on this service.


    Simply Burial: While this is among our most straightforward and inexpensive options, services and support from our team are very limited. The Simply Burial plan includes: safe and secure transport of a body to one of our three funeral homes, and later to the cemetery of your choice; securing a required state burial permit; and death-certificate filing. Please note this plan includes neither burial casket nor shroud, and does not cover such cemetery services as plot-purchase or grave-opening.

  • Can I prepay my cremation expenses and get it guaranteed?

    The simple answer is yes.  We offer affordable options for preplanning and prefunding your cremation.  We also offer a guarantee.  The simplest way to accomplish this is to contact us to set up a meeting at a time of your convenience.

  • What does a "Simply Cremation" or "affordable cremation" cost?

    At Simply Cremation, we offer a Simply Cremation plan at $2995.00. Read further deatils on what is included in our Simply Cremation plan on our website.


  • What are the costs for transport fees to the cremation location from the death location?

    These costs vary. At Gill Brothers, the costs of transferring the body within the 7 county metro area is included in our Simply Cremation package. If the body is over 400 pounds, or if the body is not located with the 7 county metro area, additional charges could occur. Please contact us for more information.

  • Can you have a simple service at church before the cremation?

    Funeral homes, such as Gill Brothers, can work with you to help you have a service at your church. If you want a viewing of the body, we can also help you with that. You might want to think about embalming. If you choose to not embalm the body, the cremation will need to take place within 72 hours after being released.

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