Affordable Funeral Home and Cremation Services in Columbus
Families First Cremation & Funeral at Edwards
Providing compassionate care at affordable prices
Commitment to Quality
We promise the highest level of personal service and quality merchandise, ensuring every detail honors your family’s legacy.
Affordable Full-Service Options
We’re proud to offer some of the most affordable prices in the area, helping families save hundreds, if not thousands, of dollars. Our comprehensive funeral services often match the cost of the most basic cremation offering at other funeral homes.
24/7 Availability
We’re here whenever you need us. Contact us anytime to discuss your options; we’d be pleased to assist you.
Guidance and Support
We know that losing a loved one brings stress, grief, and uncertainty. Our dedicated Funeral Directors are here to guide you through every aspect with care, compassion, and respect.
Affordable, transparent pricing.

Simple Cremation
$1,235
- Transportation of your loved one into our care
- Cremation
- Preparation of documents and authorizations
- Minimum Cremation Container
- Standard Temporary Urn

Simple Cremation With Time to Say Goodbye
$1,850
- Transportation of your loved one into our care
- Family Goodbye in our chapel
- Cremation
- Preparation of documents and authorizations
- Upgraded Cremation Container for viewing
- Standard Temporary Urn

Cremation Followed By Memorial Gathering
$2,205
- Transportation of your loved one into our care
- Cremation
- Memorial gathering (2 hours)*
- Guest register, 100 memorial folders and memorial slide show
- Preparation of documents and authorizations
- Minimum Cremation Container
- Standard Temporary Urn

Friends and Family - Gathering Followed by Cremation
$4,100
- Transportation of your loved one into our care
- Embalming & preparation for open casket viewing
- Rental Casket
- Memorial gathering (2 hours)*
- Guest register, 100 memorial folders
- Cremation
- Preparation of documents and authorizations
- Minimum Cremation Container
- Standard Temporary Urn
What our families are saying
Can Families First Cremation & Funeral at Edwards help with immediate funeral arrangements?
Yes, Families First Cremation & Funeral at Edwards is available to assist with immediate funeral arrangements 24/7. Our team will guide you through each step of the process with compassion and professionalism to ensure all your needs are met during this difficult time.
What steps should I take immediately after a loved one passes away?
The first step is to contact the appropriate authorities, such as local law enforcement or a medical professional, if your loved one passes away at home. Then, notify their primary care physician and contact a professional funeral home like Families First Cremation and Funeral at Edwards to begin making arrangements.
What Information should I have when contacting a funeral home?
When contacting a funeral home, it is helpful to have the following information ready:
- Full name of the deceased
- Date and place of death
- Contact information for the next of kin or legal representative
- Any pre-arranged funeral plans, if applicable
How quickly can funeral services be arranged?
Funeral services can typically be arranged within a few days. The timeline can vary depending on the specific requests and requirements you have, as well as any necessary legal documentation. Our team at Families First Cremation and Funeral at Edwards will work diligently to accommodate your needs promptly.
What are my options for a funeral service on short notice?
Families First Cremation and Funeral at Edwards offers various options for urgent funeral services, including traditional burial, memorial services, and cremation. Our staff is available 24/7 to tailor the service to reflect your loved one’s wishes and your family’s needs.
Can I still have a personalized funeral service if it's arranged quickly?
Absolutely. At Families First Cremation and Funeral at Edwards, we strive to provide personalized funeral services even on short notice. We can incorporate personal touches such as specific music, readings, and other meaningful elements to honor your loved one’s life.
How it works
Once you contact Families First Cremation and Funeral at Edwards, your family will be guided through a series of digital forms to provide necessary information and complete paperwork. These forms often include details about the deceased, such as their name, date of birth, and place of death. Additionally, the family may be asked to select any optional services or urn preferences.
After the paperwork is submitted and any necessary authorizations are obtained, the cremation process itself is conducted entirely by our cremation facility. Once the cremation is completed, the ashes can be either collected by the family or delivered to them, often through a courier service or postal mail.
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Submit the paper work
Filling out the necessary forms is made easy with our planning online option. Should you have questions or run into any issues our caring staff is ready to assist you.
Retrieval and cremation
Our team will come to where you need within 30 mile radius of our crematory.
Returning your loved one
The ashes are returned to the family, whether this be by direct pickup, courier service or postal mail.
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