Cremation Center of Kansas City

The Cremation Center of Kansas City, located at 4926 Johnson Drive in Roeland Park (Shawnee Mission), is a family-owned and operated funeral home dedicated to providing dignified, compassionate, and affordable cremation services throughout the Kansas City metropolitan area and beyond. With a stellar 4.9-star rating from over 160 reviews, the center has earned a reputation for professional excellence and heartfelt care during life’s most difficult moments.

As the premier provider of cremation in the Midwest, the Cremation Center of Kansas City offers simple, direct cremation services at an exceptionally low cost, with their basic package starting at just $1,295. This commitment to affordability does not compromise the quality of care; every family is treated with the utmost respect and dignity. The center’s licensed funeral directors are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, ensuring that help is always just a phone call away at (913) 384-5566.

The facility is wheelchair accessible, with both an accessible entrance and parking lot, reflecting the center’s dedication to serving all members of the community. Services extend across a wide region, including Kansas City (both Kansas and Missouri), Overland Park, Mission, Shawnee, Roeland Park, Fairway, Westwood, Olathe, Merriam, Lenexa, Independence, Raytown, Liberty, Lee’s Summit, Grandview, Lawrence, and numerous counties such as Johnson, Jackson, Wyandotte, Douglas, Miami, Clay, Platte, Franklin, and Cass.

Families have the flexibility to complete arrangements either in person with a licensed funeral director or from the comfort of their own home. The process is streamlined: after a family notifies the care team, the center takes the loved one into their personal care, handles all necessary documentation with state entities, notifies Social Security on the family’s behalf, and performs a dignified cremation before returning the cremated remains. The center also provides a year of weekly grief support messages to offer ongoing comfort.

Testimonials consistently highlight the exceptional compassion and professionalism of staff members such as Lucy, Doug, and Ginger Elliot. One reviewer described Lucy as “professional and caring,” noting that her focus was on helping the family manage their loss, with no upselling or pressure. Another family praised Ginger Elliot for her active listening and follow-up communications even after services were completed. The center’s custom packages, 24/7 assistance, and licensed funeral directors ensure that each family receives personalized, respectful care.

For those seeking a peaceful, personal, and affordable way to honor a loved one, the Cremation Center of Kansas City stands as a trusted partner, guiding families with care, dignity, and compassion every step of the way.