Summary: Direct cremation in Syracuse, Utah is $995 through Utah Simple Cremations, including the Utah state cremation permit and basic container. There is no travel surcharge because Syracuse is within 50 miles of our Salt Lake City crematory. We provide 24-hour transport from any hospital, hospice, or residence in Syracuse, and we are approximately 30 minutes away. Call (801) 910-5317.
Syracuse is a fast-growing Davis County community of roughly 32,000 people near the eastern shore of the Great Salt Lake and the Antelope Island causeway. When a death occurs in Syracuse — at Holy Cross Hospital's Davis campus in Layton, at nearby Lakeview Hospital, at home, or at a local hospice — Utah Simple Cremations responds 24 hours a day with a transparent $995 direct cremation and no distance surcharge. We are about 30 minutes from Syracuse, well within our 50-mile service area.
Syracuse cremation pricing
Every Syracuse 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 Syracuse family. No distance surcharge.
- Utah state cremation permit
- Basic cremation container
- Transport from Syracuse
- 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.
Syracuse service facts
- County
- Davis County (see hub)
- Drive time from our crematory
- ~30 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 Syracuse care facilities, as well as from private residences.
Holy Cross Hospital – Davis
1600 W Antelope Dr, Layton, UT 84041
Lakeview Hospital (MountainStar)
630 E Medical Dr, Bountiful, UT 84010
Rocky Mountain Hospice – Davis/Weber
Woods Cross, Utah
Bristol Hospice – Northern Utah
Ogden, Utah
Local cemeteries for interment of cremated remains
Many Syracuse families choose to inter cremated remains at a local cemetery. We coordinate with all of the following:
Syracuse City Cemetery
1250 S 1000 W, Syracuse, UT 84075
Kaysville City Cemetery
500 E Crestwood Rd, Kaysville, UT 84037
Cremation vs. burial in Syracuse
A traditional burial in Syracuse 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 Syracuse |
|---|---|
| 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 Syracuse
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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 Syracuse — about 30 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 Syracuse 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 Davis County
Our crematory at 2350 E 1300 S, Salt Lake City is about 30 minutes from Syracuse.
Other communities near Syracuse we serve
Frequently asked questions — Syracuse
How much does direct cremation cost in Syracuse?
$995. The price includes the Utah state cremation permit and basic container, and there is no distance surcharge for Syracuse.
Do you transport from Syracuse hospitals and hospices?
Yes. We provide 24-hour transport from any hospital, hospice, or residence in Syracuse. This includes Holy Cross Hospital – Davis, Lakeview Hospital (MountainStar).
How long does cremation take in Syracuse?
From the time we receive your loved one, the full cremation and return of cremated remains typically takes 7 to 10 days.
Can Syracuse families pre-plan?
Yes. We offer pre-planning with locked-in pricing for Syracuse 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 Syracuse family, call us any time. We answer 24 hours a day.
Call (801) 910-5317