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New York Crematorium Services
Since 1884 Fresh Pond Crematory has provided New York with dignified, compassionate cremation and columbarium services.

We here at Fresh Pond Crematory can answer questions that you might have about the memorial, cremation, and columbarium inurning process.

Whatever your loved one's wishes, we can help you begin the grieving process with a safe, beautiful & histoic place where future generations can visit and honor them.

Over 135 Years of Expertise
Learn more about the legacy of our crematory and columbarium.

Established in 1884 and certified by New York State. Our experience may provide helpful guidance during challenging times. Insuring our clients receive dignified cremation services in our beautiful chapel and viewing room is something we take pride in. We accommodate all faiths and customs.

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About Cremation
Get insight into cremation and inurnment of cremated remains.

We're dedicated to sharing information about cremation, our process and offering suggestions for what to do with the cremated remains of your loved ones. Please read some of our most commonly asked questions.

  • What is the difference between burial and cremation?
    The cremation process takes a few hours. What is left in the chamber after this process is bone fragments, which are later removed and reduced to fine particles.
  • What is a columbarium?
    At Fresh Pond Crematory, human cremated remains repose in various types of niche spaces recessed into the walls of our bright, welcoming building.
  • Why would I want to choose cremation?
    Cremation offers a beautiful, poetic means to pay our first respects after death to the memory of those we have loved in life.

New York Crematory and Columbarium
We provide compassionate, dignified services for cremation and inurning of cremated remains
The Cremation Experience Celebrating Death Documentary Short

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