Summary: Direct cremation in Roy, Utah is $995 through Utah Simple Cremations, including the Utah state cremation permit and basic container. There is no travel surcharge because Roy is within 50 miles of our Salt Lake City crematory. We provide 24-hour transport from any hospital, hospice, or residence in Roy, and we are approximately 33 minutes away. Call (801) 910-5317.
Roy is a Weber County community of roughly 39,000 people between Ogden and the Great Salt Lake, near Hill Air Force Base. Many Roy families have a military connection, and Utah Simple Cremations coordinates VA paperwork and military honors at no additional fee. When a death occurs in Roy — at McKay-Dee or Ogden Regional Hospital, at home, or at a local hospice — we provide 24-hour transport and a transparent $995 direct cremation. We are about 33 minutes south of Roy via I-15, within our 50-mile no-surcharge service area.
Roy cremation pricing
Every Roy family pays the same base price. No upsells, no hidden fees.
Direct Cremation
Plus applicable Utah sales tax.
Individuals over 200 lbs require a larger container at a higher price.
Same base price for every Roy family. No distance surcharge.
- Utah state cremation permit
- Basic cremation container
- Transport from Roy
- The cremation itself
- Return of cremated remains
See the full price list
Our General Price List shows every add-on, and the cremation packages page covers the cemetery niche option.
Cremation with cemetery niche — from $2150.
Roy service facts
- County
- Weber County (see hub)
- Drive time from our crematory
- ~33 min ( mi)
- Distance surcharge
- None — within 50 miles
- Direct cremation price
- $995 base price (+ applicable tax)
- Availability
- 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Hospitals and hospices we transport from
24-hour transport from any of these Roy care facilities, as well as from private residences.
McKay-Dee Hospital (Intermountain)
4401 Harrison Blvd, Ogden, UT 84403
Ogden Regional Medical Center (MountainStar)
5475 S 500 E, Ogden, UT 84405
Rocky Mountain Hospice – Davis/Weber
Woods Cross, Utah
Bristol Hospice – Northern Utah
Ogden, Utah
Local cemeteries for interment of cremated remains
Many Roy families choose to inter cremated remains at a local cemetery. We coordinate with all of the following:
Roy City Cemetery
Roy, UT 84067
Lindquist's Memorial Gardens of the Wasatch
1718 Combe Rd, South Ogden, UT 84403
Cremation vs. burial in Roy
A traditional burial in Roy typically runs $10,000–$15,000 once you include the casket, vault, plot, headstone, embalming, viewing, and funeral service. A direct cremation through Utah Simple Cremations is $995 — a difference of roughly 90%.
| Service | Typical cost in Roy |
|---|---|
| Direct cremation (USC) | $995 |
| Cremation with cemetery niche | ~$2150 |
| Traditional funeral and burial | $10,000–$15,000+ |
See our full cost comparison for the detailed breakdown.
What to do when a death occurs in Roy
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Call us
Call (801) 910-5317 any time. We answer 24 hours a day.
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We dispatch transport
We dispatch transport from Salt Lake City to Roy — about 33 minutes — with no distance surcharge.
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We handle the paperwork
Death certificate, Utah state cremation permit, and any other required forms.
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Return of cremated remains
Within 7–10 days, in a temporary container or any urn you select.
See our full When Death Occurs guide.
Why Roy families choose Utah Simple Cremations
Transparent $995 pricing
All-inclusive base cremation. No upsells or hidden fees.
On-site crematory
Your loved one never leaves our care.
ID protocol
Documented chain of identification from receipt through return of cremated remains.
24-hour availability
Day, night, weekends, and holidays.
Independently operated
We focus exclusively on simple, dignified cremation.
Local to Weber County
Our crematory at 2350 E 1300 S, Salt Lake City is about 33 minutes from Roy.
Other communities near Roy we serve
Frequently asked questions — Roy
How much does direct cremation cost in Roy?
$995. The price includes the Utah state cremation permit and basic container, and there is no distance surcharge for Roy.
Do you transport from Roy hospitals and hospices?
Yes. We provide 24-hour transport from any hospital, hospice, or residence in Roy. This includes McKay-Dee Hospital (Intermountain), Ogden Regional Medical Center (MountainStar).
How long does cremation take in Roy?
From the time we receive your loved one, the full cremation and return of cremated remains typically takes 7 to 10 days.
Can Roy families pre-plan?
Yes. We offer pre-planning with locked-in pricing for Roy families. Call (801) 910-5317 to get started.
Speak with a Cremation Specialist
If you have questions or would like to begin arrangements for a Roy family, call us any time. We answer 24 hours a day.
Call (801) 910-5317