At Joseph A. Lucchese Funeral Home, we recognize saying goodbye to a loved one is one of life’s most profound moments. We believe every farewell should honor the individual’s life and reflect their values and beliefs. Environmental consciousness is more important than ever, and we are proud to offer green burial services that allow families to celebrate their loved ones in an eco-friendly and sustainable manner.

Our Green Memorial Service Options

Our commitment to offering environmentally friendly options includes transparent pricing for our green burial services. We only use untreated, biodegradable, natural materials for the casket and shroud.

Explore our green burial costs below:

  • Visitation in the evening with next-day burial — $8,995: Visitation at the funeral home for one evening from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. with a closed casket, and a gathering at the funeral home the next morning followed by the green burial
  • Morning visitation with same-day burial — $8,495: Visitation at the funeral home in the morning from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. with a closed casket, burial immediately following
  • Church services with immediate burial — $7,895: Meeting directly at a church or place of worship for funeral services — with a closed casket — and the green burial immediately following
  • Graveside services with immediate burial — $7,895: Graveside service at the cemetery with no visitation at the funeral home and no church services

These services can also include memorial features such as:

  • Remembrance trees
  • Slate stones
  • Native plantings

Green Burials at Sleepy Hollow Cemetery

We proudly partner with Sleepy Hollow Cemetery, certified by the Green Burial Council, to offer green burials in their Riverview Natural Burial Grounds. This partnership allows us to provide environmentally sustainable options for families seeking a more natural approach to burial.

Since green cemeteries are sustainable spaces, we do not perform any embalming or preparations that require chemicals on the remains. Visitations at the funeral home will require a closed casket.

Merchandise Prices for Natural Burial

The selection of merchandise for your service is entirely based on your personal preferences. None of the options listed below are mandatory, allowing you to customize your experience in a way that honors your wishes and those of your loved one.

Transportation

For transportation, we provide traditional limousines that accommodate up to seven passengers. We have also partnered with a company that offers luxury mini-buses capable of seating up to 23 passengers. The cost of limousine service varies based on the distance to the cemetery and the time spent with the family.

Flowers

To add a visual representation of sympathy, we collaborate with a local florist who offers a wide range of floral arrangements, including casket sprays, hearts, crosses and baskets. The pricing for floral arrangements will vary based on the type of flowers chosen and the size of the arrangement.

Caskets

You can choose a casket that aligns with your desires, separate from the one included in your chosen service package. However, please note that any casket selection must comply with the guidelines set forth by the Green Cemetery. This policy ensures all choices are environmentally friendly and respect the natural surroundings.

Choose Customized Services to Honor Your Loved One

Our team of experienced and caring professionals will work closely with you to create a personalized green burial service that celebrates the life of your loved one. Our green burial pricing may fluctuate depending on your special circumstances.

Whether you envision a traditional memorial service or a more intimate gathering, we will guide you through every step of the process, ensuring your wishes are fulfilled. Reach out to us today to find out more.