Elemental Cremation & Burial did everything they could possibly do to make the most difficult loss of a family member less daunting. They had stellar, quick, and efficient communication. They had a reassuring balance of professionalism and empathy. Their employee Dilara was especially exceptional - they were truly someone to lean on during this awful time. Emotionally, they were empathetic and caring in a very genuine way. Logistically, they handled all the details of our service in a clear, direct, and concise way. Being able to trust them made the process so much easier. Dilara also accommodated to our unique needs and requests - their flexibility and understanding went a long way in aiding our greiving process. Overall, Elemental is a commendable place to get these services done and Dilara is both a wonderful employee and human being. read more

They were perfect. Very reasonable prices, half of whet the Neptune Society charged where I stupidly went first (check the BBB on them if you are interested). Elemental does not try to make you buy anything. No upselling. Kind people. Extra procedures beyond legal requirements to confirm the ashes you receive are of your loved one. For most people, finding a funeral home/crematory is not something we often do. We are vulnerable, often grieving when arranging for these services. You can trust Elemental. read more

A very thoughtful service. The whole process was handled with care and sympathy. Exactly what we needed during a very challenging moment for our family'. read more

Elemental Cremation and Burial is locally owned and their pricing is very reasonable. They don't use aggressive sales techniques, they communicate well and liaise seamlessly with the Medical Examiner's office. This was my first experience as the adult-in-charge and I felt lucky to have connected with Dilara. She is a top notch professional and an excellent representative of the business. From the beginning, she was compassionate and she patiently walked me through the process. read more

We needed a straightforward cremation, and Elemental was great. They have a set, up-front price for a basic cremation and the only added cost was copies of death certificates, which is a state charge anyway. Even though their price was very reasonable, everyone I dealt with was very helpful and professional, giving me all the information I needed. Sabrina was the funeral director I worked with. For obvious reasons I'd rather not use them again, but if the need arose I would definitely call them first. read more

Elemental was used a few years ago when my parent passed. I was so pleased with their company that I recommended Elemental to my family this year when we had to arrange a relative's cremation. Dilara was extremely helpful and explained the protocol very thoroughly. She answered many questions and did all the paperwork. We all appreciated Dilaria's thoroughness and kindness. I have recommended Elemental to others as well. read more

I can't say enough great things about this funeral home. We lost our baby and finding a place that wasnt charging a ton, was so responsive and so helpful seemed impossible. I started talking with Sabrina the funeral director and she was a dream to work with. She was so sweet and her communication was amazing. Can't recommend them enough. read more

5 star service from the hiring process from pickup at the ME office to cremation and death certificates via long distance. Venice Harris of Elemental was kind, patient my constant questions and arranging my pickup of personal belongings of my brother when I fly into Washington area. Online E-Payment was easy but unfortunately it is the busy time for crematorium in the state of Washington, so cremation was not immediate. Cost for cremation is a standard rate among the crematorium in WA. However, Venice kept me posted every few days on the body arrival, the death certs pickup and cremation. Now that is a great service venue with a very caring staff member. Kudos Elemental! read more

Elemental Cremation exceeded my expectations! I had an unexpected loss of a loved one and this was my first experience with cremation. I am also out of state so coordinating and planning by the staff made it so seamless. I had many questions, yet Eve, Sabrina, and staff were very informative, patient, and compassionate. They kept me posted every step of the way, including wait time for the biodegradable urns, death certificates, and mailing of the cremated remains. They even called and emailed me after I received my loved one's ashes. The personal touch and details are definitely 5+ stars, especially during such a difficult time. Great value for excellent service!! Highly recommended. read more

I called Elemental a year before my mother passed away, because they were on my short list of places that could provide the Aquamation services my mother wanted and they covered the remote Port Townsend area where she resided. (I, myself, live out of the state and was managing things from afar.) Venice answered the phone and did a great job of answering all my detailed questions with amiability and professionalism. She totally sold me on the company. When my mother was days away from dying, I called to confirm the order of events and who needed to make phone calls to Hospice, the coroner, and all that. Again the feedback was very detailed and reassuring. As far as I know, everything went smoothly up in Washington after my mother's wife made the difficult call to Elemental that set everything into action. At that time, the spring of 2023, there was only one Aquamation machine for the entire West Coast, so it was a matter of many days that my mother's body needed to be kept under refrigeration. Elemental's policy was to waive the daily fee that cremation companies typically charge after their initial grace period of three to seven days. During the delay, the funeral director, Sabrina, was gracious about calling me and letting me know how everything was proceeding. When my mother's remains, half of which were shipped to me in California, did not show up on schedule, Sabrina was distressed and again extremely proactive about letting me know exactly what steps she was taking. I was calm and confident that it would all work out and in reality the box came within 24 hours of its original ETA. Only once in all my interaction with Elemental was there a misstep. I mention it because it is always good to remember that a company is governed by laws and policies and is also made up of human beings who have good days and bad days, and who can still be responsive if given the chance. The first time I had contact with Sabrina specifically-- immediately after my mother had passed away--she was very unfriendly and refused to speak with me because I was not my mother's spouse. I explained that I was the one who had made all the arrangements from the beginning and that I would be the one paying the bill. She remained very legalistic and when the phone call was over I felt hurt and angry. After a half hour or so I called her back. I pointed out that I had just suffered the loss of my mother and deserved her compassion even if she was limited by the rules in what she could tell me. Sabrina rose to the occasion, transformed. From that moment on, beginning with a sincere apology, she was genuinely warm and thoughtful in every moment of every phone call. It doesn't get better than that. Elemental is a great company, made up of gracious people and policies. I highly recommend them. read more

I chose Elemental because I asked the medical examiners office for a recommendation & they were the first one. I live out of state so I thought this would be difficult! Sabrina was amazing I really felt she cared like she was a part of my family! The world needs more people like Sabrina & Jeff. They got my son home from Seattle to Florida in one day! Thank-you Sabrina & Jeff!!! read more

This was my first time handling the death of anyone. From the very first phone call, through every email, Sabrina was an ever present help and guide throughout. She kindly explained everything, communicated often during the process, letting us know each and every time another step had been taken. I appreciate everything that she did and how it was done. When the need arises again, I will definitely choose Elemental again. read more

I used the service when my mother passed away. Was my first time experience arranging service like this. Their service is easy to set up online or over the phone and price was reasonable and was discussed upfront. Sabrina the funeral director was great. She emailed often to give updates. It was stressful time for my family but the service was great and process was very smooth. read more

I can't say enough good things about Elemental. Most importantly, I want to highlight the things that Elemental did NOT do. They did not try to sell me services I didn't want. They did not pander to me or act in an overly solicitous way or try to empathize with me in an insincere or inappropriate way. What they did do was take care of business in a respectful, kind manner with an absolute minimum in cost, effort and fuss. We wanted the simplest, easiest cremation for my dad, who wants his ashes scattered in the Cascades. We had not pre-planned at all. Within an hour of my dad's death in hospital, I looked online for recommended cremation services. Elemental was highly recommended. I called and made arrangements for collection of his body at the hospital and cremation plus payment at a reasonable fixed price in under three minutes. I would and will use Elemental again (unfortunately, part of life) and will be recommending them to friends and family. read more

They were supposed to have a chapel but instead it was a warehouse. And they could not give us the address ( because it was a warehouse) for to tell all our friends and family. The dad of my loved one who departed, couldn't make it there on time. And he came from another state. And their wasn't enough chairs. And we couldn't pick out an urn ahead of time. read more

When my sister passed unexpectedly we had no clue what to do. Jessica answered the phone and was able to handle the situation within the hour. The rest of the process went very smoothly and was affordable. We had to google a funeral home in Seattle as we live out of state in a hurry. We were pleased to find the rest of the valid reviews matched the service we received from a Jessica and her team. Highly recommend! Thanks Jessica. read more

Without a doubt, the team at Elemental Cremation and Burial are the easiest, lowest pressure, and most personable cremation and burial service provider one can find. And, they are from the PNW! I contacted them about 5 months before actually needing their services, which was helpful to get the ball rolling and to know they would be available once we needed them. Not only are their communication skills prompt and professional, they are also incredibly passionate. They offer practical, sustainable, and unique ideas for honoring loved ones. Jeff, the founder, has been in the business along time and has created this company with all the right ideas in mind. Thanks to everyone at Elemental for making one of the hardest things in life a little bit smoother. read more

Full disclosure: I was not able to use their services because they did not have the date/time we needed. However, the over-the-top service Elemental's team provided during the planning process warrants this review. Due to cultural reasons, I needed a specific date and time for my mom's cremation and visitation. To add to the complications, we had a very short time frame. Sabrina and Jessica were prompt in providing the details I needed, understanding of my situation, and extremely pleasant to work with. Sabrina would call me back immediately when she had to make other calls to get the answers I needed. After we figured out they didn't have the date/time I needed, she took the time to research and recommend other facilities to call. They also had the most economical pricing. The other funeral service companies I looked at for the exact same services cost at least $5,000+ more. Sabrina and Jessica were by far the most personable and thoughtful people I've talked to out of all the facilities. If it hadn't been for scheduling, I would have utilized their services. read more

I worked with Stacey and she was amazing to say the least. When my grandmother passed, my sister and I were responsible for organizing the entire funeral from Phoenix. I needed my grandmother flown to Seattle from Louisiana and was overwhelmed by the insensitivity and lack of professionalism from other funeral homes. I came to yelp for help and found this place. Stacey was patient and kind, helping me every step of this difficult process. Elemental took care of my Nana and the viewing and service was beautiful thanks to their staff. Their prices are affordable and their services are outstanding. Look no further than Elemental, you won't regret it. read more

My brother passed away recently in the middle of the Covid-19 pandemic. Not a great time to be far from home making arrangements for the passing of a loved one. My mother did some initial research and suggested I contact Elemental. From the initial contact through to the delivery of his remains I could not have asked for a better experience than that which I received from Elemental. Jessica and her team struck the right tone of being respectful and helpful and I really appreciated that. At no point in the process was there any sales pressure - no push to get us to purchase additional services. At every step in the process Jessica let me know what was going on and what I could expect. I thank Elemental for making a very difficult situation as easy as possible and I would highly recommend their services. read more

Caring, compassionate, and sincerely helpful are the words to describe the team at Elemental. It is one of the hardest calls to make but, Sabrina at Elemental was so helpful, calm and caring I feel blessed to have called them. I highly recommend their services; no pressure sales, smooth communication, quick response time and kind follow up calls are apart of the support they provide at times when you are grieving. For example, I couldn't find the electronic death certificate they sent me. There are so many things that you will be juggling and I emailed Sabrina and she sent me the electronic copy within 15 min. It was just the support I needed when frazzled with paper work and grief. read more

Our family looked at many places for cremation services for our mom, and we went with Elemental because they were the most helpful and reasonable for their services. We have had some other questions since that time and I would not hesitate to recommend them for their courtesy and caring attitude. They have been wonderful. I just spoke with Jessica about some details about spreading ashes and she had some information and offered to do some more research for our family. We are very grateful. read more

My husband passed away in a dramatic fashion. Dealing with the shock of loosing him almost incapacitated me but I knew that I had to pick a funeral service. I went online and found Elemental Cremation & Burial. Right away, their page inspired me, I liked their philosophy of affordable and respectful services. I talked with Jessica, and I knew right away that I had made the right decision. She guided me through the necessary paperwork and I settled for a one-hour viewing before cremation. At the cremation site, I met Rose who was incredibly supportive and sensitive. Since my husband's death was accidental, it was going to be the first and last time I saw him before cremation. I was afraid that it would be a very sad moment but I was overcome by the joy of being reunited with him. Rose was always at hand to help and prepare me for the terrible last goodbye just before cremation. I cannot be more grateful for the team at Elemental Cremation and Burial. Death will always come, sometimes when least expected. Give them a call and you won't regret it. read more

I had a very different experience than most other reviewers. For me, an attempt to get information about the entire process (from retrieving the body of my family member immediately after death through to receiving the ashes following cremation) was extremely difficult. Responses to my questions were very limited and filled with phrases like "taking her (the body) into care" and "sheltering" the body in the refrigeration unit. Perhaps because arrangements had been made by the family prior to her death and there was therefore nothing to sell other than an urn or two, the representative I spoke with was very curt, without any obvious sympathy, and unwilling or unable to provide a comprehensive summary of what would happen and a timeframe for all the events. I found the business representative I spoke with to be unpleasant and unhelpful. I would not return for the life of me. The company could do better and so can you. read more

Excellent cremation service! I was very worried about finding the right service for my father's last journey - I didn't have much time. Did some research and found that most funeral homes were expensive and inflexible. Decided to go with Elemental and I am really happy that I did. The experience was beyond expectations. Staff was compassionate and helpful. Susana and Jessica were simply amazing. They went out of their way to work with my schedule and accomodate my special requests. Highly recommended! read more

First of all, writing a review for funeral services? Who does that?! I do I guess, somebody's gotta do it or nobody would ever know to call these guys! I called Jeff on a Wednesday afternoon shortly after my grandfather passed, because I was the one tasked with taking care of his arrangements. I actually called a couple different places to compare prices and get a feel for the person I'd be working with. I have to be honest, going in, I didn't know what to expect. This is only the second time I've ever known anyone close to me pass, let alone make the arrangements. I thought of funeral directors to be money grubbing creepy old men who sit in basements and will take you for everything you got since you are in an emotional mindset. I spoke with Jeff only for a few minutes before I broke down crying and couldn't get words out anymore, so I let him know I would call him back. Now, before I go on about Elemental's review, I just wanted to go over some of the other concerns I had. I was doing a bit of research online, and a lot of places mentioned embalming. Once I had calmed down and had a chance to call around, another place was insistent that we get my grandpa embalmed right away since the viewing wouldn't be until a week or so later. That lady at the other place started ticking off numbers like a car salesman telling me I needed this and that and that. It was pretty similar everywhere I called. They told me I need this and that, when I didn't even know what half the stuff was. I decided that night to go online and do more research, which was a lot easier since I could type out all my questions and email to various places. Honestly, I liked Jeff from the moment I spoke with him, so emailed him my questions. I like direct answers when I ask a question, don't give me your sales pitch. I was very direct with my first email stating exactly what I needed and what was going on. He was one of the few that replied to my liking, not wasting my time and his. I told him I was still deciding whether or not I was going to use his services, and yet he still took the time to answer my questions. After going back and forth a bit via email, I decided to work with him and he made the process so easy! Told me exactly what I needed to do and made sure I had no questions. Our family is traditional Chinese when it comes to funerals, and we chose to have my grandfather cremated. We had tons of crazy request for Jeff, and he patiently put up with all our requests. We really do appreciate all he did for us. I'm not sure if it's easy to dress someone, but my grandma wanted to make sure my grandpa was warm enough when he went into the afterlife, so she provided layers of thermals to dress him in, which Jeff happily helped us with. We also requested the casket be lined with individual origami sized papers, which he had to lay each one out individually, which was also done beautifully. Again, one of my biggest concerns was embalming so that my grandpa would stay "fresh" for the viewing. We were having problems with family from out of country etc., and wasn't sure how long the delay would be. I kept asking about embalming and whether it would be necessary, and Jeff explained to me that it wouldn't. I really appreciated him not taking advantage of us and selling extra services we did not need. We chose to hold our viewing at the crematory facilities, which had a nice little room and set up. There was seating space for about 20 or so people, but we only had about 12 or so. He let us do our thing in there, set up a tribute to our grandfather, and only came out when we asked for him and a few times to see if we needed anything else. Overall, communication was excellent; I chose to do most by email, but he was available in person or over the phone whenever I needed. Convenient office locations by Southcenter and in Bellevue as well. Funny guy too, he picks up on how comfortable you are discussing your loved one and did not once offend us. I referenced something, which I won't say here as it might offend some, and he went with it! Pricing was competitive, I'd say in the lower - middle of the places I looked at. I liked that everything really was upfront and he didn't try to upsell me on services that were not needed. Facilities were nice for smaller gathering. Not much too look at on the outside (commercial), but inside was sufficient. He made sure we were aware of this as well so there wouldn't be a surprise when we arrived. Hopefully, Jeff is still doing what he is doing in 20 years...that would be the soonest I hope to have to contact anyone regarding another funeral! read more

I would give Elemental 10 stars if I could. Unfortunately, we experienced two deaths in our family in the last month and a half. Sabrina was my contact person and showed the utmost professional respect, while supplying continued updates and information. She handled everything for me since it was the first time I've every had to do this. I would HIGHLY recommend using them to handle all of your needs. I cannot recommend her enough as she 100% made a difficult situation possible. Thank you Sabrina. read more

I cannot express how thankful I am that my mother found Elemental for her cremation services. Jeff was beyond amazing throughout everything. He made sure that everything that could be taken care of before my Mom's passing was done so she felt 100% comfortable leaving us knowing she had taken care of everything. It was obvious from our first conversation that Jeff truly cares about what he's doing and the families he's dealing with. I feel truly blessed to have Jeff in my life and I know my Mommy couldn't be happier with her decision. Thank you, Jeff! I couldn't have done this without you. read more

Funeral services seems to be that hidden industry that no one talks about. It's not like there's lots of ways to prepare for those hard decisions. When my stepfather entered hospice the nurse/social worker recommended that we do some research into funeral services and gave us some handouts. I stumbled upon Elemental Cremation & Burial when I was looking at other options that might not have been on the list. Great website, easy to understand. Everything I needed was there. I talked to Jeff on the phone to ask some general questions and he was quite respectful and helpful. Compared to other places that wanted to upsell, he listened to what we needed and was quite realistic. After my stepfather passed, I called and spoke with David who was quite understanding. He helped walk me through the process. Jeff came to hospice that night to pick him up and was very kind, helping my mother with some of the details that needed clarifying. He was very dignified even when the hospice staff were not as helpful as they could have been. Jeff didn't rush us and helped me feel like each question was important. Later that evening he sent an email invoice which allowed us to pay online using the QuickBooks method. I appreciate this locally owned business and the environmentally conscious business they provide. I didn't feel like just another number. I was very pleased with the staff and the support they provided. I would recommend that if you find yourself in the position of needed funeral services to give them a call. read more

Our loved one passed away unexpectedly. We live several hours away. After being taken to the morgue, we contacted Elemental. We spoke with Sabrina. She was so professional and kind. She helped make this horrible process tolerable. When you have to make these choices you want to deal with someone who is kind, gentle, and calm. We got that. Thank you, Sabrina. read more

I definitely recommend Elemental. We appreciated their straightforward, up front pricing, and quick and compassionate service. I initially found them through the Order of the Good Death, which recommends local, non-corporate companies with an emphasis on sustainability. As others have said, they don't try to upsell you, but keep things simple, which is exactly what I needed when dealing with the abrupt death of my father. read more

My Mom died unexpectedly and the hospital she was at provided Elemental as a suggestion. I was in a bit of a daze but I still did some extra research eventually​ decided to go with them as they did seem to be the best fit. Their pricing was clear, upfront, and reasonable. They had options based on my needs and were willing to work out what I needed and wanted. ​Everyone was professional and my viewing​ of my Mom and her subsequent cremation were one quickly and with care. I couldn't have asked for more. read more

Kind & competent. Excellent communication throughout. And my "thrifty" husband would have approved of the price for his simple cremation.

My sister passed away suddenly in the fall of 2015. I needed all the help I could get from anyone. I am journeying alone in my life right now. I lucked out when I called Elemental. Jeff was there to walk me through the steps to take care of my sister. He did it with compassion and a genuine concern for my grief. Thank you, Jeff. Sorry this took such a long time to write but you have not been far from my thoughts. Keep up the good work that you and your staff do. It is first class and very much needed. Andre C. read more

Not trying to spend too long thinking about this process, but I'll say that Elemental did a good job and was super easy to work with. I'd say they're the best, but I don't have any other funeral home experiences to compare to. read more

I highly recommend Elemental Cremation and Burial. We had used them a few years ago for my father in-law, and found them to be caring and professional. They handled all of the details from the moment we called them, so we did not have to spend a lot of time dealing with funeral homes, etc. Unfortunately, I needed their services again when my wife passed recently. I was at the hospital, and had limited access to the internet, but was able to find them on my phone. I placed a call early in the day, before she passed, and Venice helped take care of all the preliminary details. Later in the day, after it was over, I called her back to let her know the final details. Within 24 hours, they had received the body and begun to make the final arrangements. Every few days, Venice would call and keep me informed of the progress, arranging for the death certificates, etc. It was really comforting to deal with the same person, and not some office flunky, every step of the way, from start to finish. read more

My father-in-law died suddenly, and Elemental was perfect for getting us through the process. My father-in-law always thought funeral homes try to sell you things you don't need in this time of grief, and he would have appreciated Elemental's straightforward pricing and focus on what's important rather than fancy coffins or ornate flowers. When my mother-in-law decided she'd like a viewing before cremation, everyone at Elemental was lovely about helping us figure out that change and have the perfect, personal farewell to my father-in-law. If you are reading this review, you may be in a really tough place emotionally. I wish you some peace, and recommend turning some of the stress over to Elemental to handle the details. read more

These guys really made a terrible process into one that was easy, fast and empathetic. The entire staff worked with me every step of the way to ensure my loved one was cared for and treated the best possible through their care I seriously cannot thank these people enough for what they have done for me and hope others can experience their grace as well read more

I cannot recommend Elemental more highly. Their philosophy and personal care and attention has been outstanding. Taking care of this aspect of my mother's passing loomed as being one of the most difficult but it has turned out entirely different. The level of sensitivity, compassion, flexibility and personal interaction I have had with the owner Jeff has made this process both easy and very comforting. I chose them for the commitment to the environment, low costs, and overall philosophy. I got all I expected and much more. Cindy L. read more

I am deeply grateful for the compassionate, warm, and professional service Elemental Cremation & Burial provided me for my father who passed away. Jeff was extremely accommodating, and went above and beyond the call of duty to meet me in an incredibly convenient location to receive some items to be included in the cremation. I also really appreciate that they do carbon offset for their business and are environmentally conscious. This was essential to me, and deeply appreciated. Our world needs more small businesses like this one, and it should be a model for other cremation businesses, particularly in regards to the environment. Most importantly, the thing that makes Elemental special is how friendly and responsible Jeff is. He made this difficult experience so much easier, and explained many aspects of how this whole process works, including things like getting a death certificate and collecting belongings from the medical examiner, which Elemental can actually do for you if you provide written consent. I hope that I won't have to use their services again any time soon (!), but I highly recommend them to everyone in the NW area. read more