Our Services
Funeral goods and services
Comprehensive offerings for honoring a loved one
Fernwood’s funeral goods and services reflect a commitment to green burial practices, care for the land, and dedicated, hands-on guidance from our experienced team. Detailed pricing lists are available upon request. An overview of our offerings below is provided to help families understand available options and make informed decisions.
Caskets and urns
Fernwood offers traditional and biodegradable caskets, urns, and shrouds to support green burial and environmentally mindful cremation. Options vary by material and form, with many funeral packages already including a casket or shroud. Pricing is based on the specific selections made to honor your loved one and the land.
Memorial services
Funerals and memorials provide a space for gathering and remembrance after a loss. Guided with care by our dedicated team, services may be held indoors in the Remembrance Room or outdoors at the graveside, cremation niche, or scattering gardens.
Green burial options
Burial services at Fernwood are shaped by the land itself, with practices that emphasize natural return and environmental care. Green burial is offered for all faiths, including Jewish green burial in Gan Yarok. Traditional burial is also available within Fernwood’s historic cemetery section.
Funeral goods and services overview
Basic services of the funeral director and team
This fee covers essential professional services and operational support provided by Fernwood. It includes the arrangement conference, coordination of services, required documentation, clerical assistance, and general overhead related to funeral planning.
Transfer of your loved one into our care
This service includes transportation of your loved one from the place of death or the Coroner’s office to Fernwood, within a 30-mile radius.
Embalming
Embalming is not required by law except in certain special circumstances. Families may choose this service based on their preferences or the nature of the arrangements.
Other preparation of your loved one
This may include dressing, cosmetizing, or other preparation when embalming is not selected.
Use of facilities and team for viewing or visitation
Includes use of Fernwood’s chapel and support from our small, dedicated team for a scheduled viewing or visitation.
Use of facilities and team for funeral ceremony
Includes use of Fernwood’s chapel and guidance from our dedicated team for a funeral service with your loved one present.
Use of facilities and team for memorial service
Includes use of Fernwood’s chapel and support from our dedicated team for a memorial service held after burial or cremation.
Includes coordination and presence of Fernwood’s team for a graveside service at the interment location on our grounds.
Forwarding of remains to another funeral home
Includes the minimum services required to prepare and forward your loved one to another funeral home.
Receiving remains from another funeral home
Includes the minimum services required to receive your loved one from another funeral home and bring them into Fernwood’s care.
Direct burial
Includes the minimum services required for a direct, often unwitnessed burial. This option does not include a ceremony or viewing beforehand.
Direct cremation
Includes the minimum services required for direct cremation. This option does not include a ceremony or viewing beforehand.
Utility vehicle
A vehicle used for the transportation of a casket to and from the place of funeral service and/or burial.
Adult caskets and alternative containers
Fernwood offers a variety of adult caskets and alternative containers. Adult casket prices range from $1,690 to $21,640. Alternative containers for cremation range from $500 to $3,175. A complete casket and container price list is available upon request.
Outer burial containers
Outer burial containers, sometimes called vaults, are designed to support the weight of the earth above a casket and help protect it from outside elements. They are not required by law, though some cemeteries may require them.
Transparent pricing for all services
Fernwood is committed to clear, straightforward pricing. A detailed price list is available upon request and outlines all funeral goods and services, including itemized costs and available packages. Our team is here to answer questions, walk you through options, or meet with you in person. Families are welcome to schedule a visit or speak with a funeral director at (415) 383-7100.
Frequently asked questions
What types of funeral goods are available at Fernwood?
Fernwood offers a curated selection of funeral goods, including traditional caskets and urns, as well as alternative biodegradable caskets and urns for environmentally mindful cremation and green burial.
Do you offer ecological burial products?
Yes. As a green cemetery, Fernwood offers environmentally responsible burial products designed to return naturally to the land. Options include biodegradable caskets, shrouds made from natural materials, and biodegradable urns, all selected to honor both the individual and the surrounding ecosystem.
How are memorial services planned?
Memorial services are planned in close collaboration with Fernwood’s experienced and dedicated team. Families are guided through decisions on timing, venue, and ceremony details, with services tailored to reflect their personal beliefs, traditions, or preferences. Ceremonies can be held indoors in the Remembrance Room or outdoors at the graveside, at a cremation niche, or in the scattering gardens.
Can we purchase funeral goods in advance?
Yes. Funeral goods such as caskets and urns may be selected in advance as part of pre-planning. Advance arrangements allow individuals and families to make thoughtful decisions on their own timeline, ensuring clarity, intention, and alignment with their wishes.
