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Hindu and Witness Cremation Services in Mesa, AZ

Be present at our own crematory, with prayers, offerings and respect for your traditions.

Call (480) 964-8686 Any hour of the day or night
  • We own our crematory
  • Tours welcome before you decide
  • $295 witness fee, published online
  • Available 24/7

In Hindu tradition, cremation is Antyesti, the final sacred rite for the departed, and being present is part of how a family says goodbye. Families of other faiths, including Sikh, Buddhist and Jain families, and families with no particular tradition, also ask to be present. When someone you love has died, you should not have to explain your customs to a stranger. We will work with your family to accommodate the customs and traditions that are important to you, and handle the details so you can focus on the rites and on each other.

Because we own and operate our own crematory in Mesa, we can work closely with your family on how you wish to be involved. We are here any hour of the day or night at (480) 964-8686.

Bright lobby with a brick wall, leather armchairs and a sofa beside glass entrance doors
Garden Chapel, downtown Mesa

How we work with your family

Hindu practice varies by region, community and family, so we begin by asking what your family follows rather than assuming. We will work with your family to accommodate the customs and traditions that are important to you. Tell your funeral director what matters most, and we will plan around it.

Timing
Many families wish to cremate soon after death. Call us at any hour and tell us what your tradition asks for. Timing depends on paperwork, permits and other factors outside our control, and we will keep you informed and do all we can to honor your wishes.
Prayers and officiants
Your family may invite a pandit, granthi, monk or other officiant to lead prayers and readings. We will work with you on the time and space, and on the music, readings and offerings that are meaningful to your family.
Family roles
Many traditions give specific roles to family members, such as the eldest son’s role in the final rites. Tell your funeral director, and we will talk through how to honor them.
Gatherings and meals
Ask your funeral director what we can arrange at our chapels and reception spaces in Mesa.
Guests sharing a catered meal at round tables in a bright reception hall
Our reception center at Garden Chapel. See receptions and gatherings
Reception room with round tables, lounge seating and an open catering kitchen
Reception room and catering kitchen
Witness room with two armchairs, a side table with tissues and a floor lamp
The witness room
Clean, brightly lit crematory room with a stainless steel cremation unit and white cabinetry
Our crematory in Mesa

Witnessing the cremation

Witnessing means your family is present when the cremation begins. We will work with your family on how that looks, including prayers and the customs that matter to you.

Typically a small group attends. If you would like a larger group, tell us and we will work with you to find the best way to accommodate your family.

What to expect

  1. Call us any time, day or night.

    Your funeral director will ask about your family’s traditions and your timing. If your tradition asks for the cremation to happen quickly, say so right away.

  2. We care for your loved one.

    We handle the transfer, the paperwork and the permits.

  3. You come to our crematory.

    Your family gathers at our Mesa crematory.

  4. The cremation begins with your family present.

    We will explain what to expect and work with you on the details.

  5. The ashes are returned to your family.

    We return your loved one’s cremated remains to your family in the urn or container you choose.

The ashes

Many Hindu families collect the ashes (asthi) and immerse them in flowing water, traditionally a sacred river. We return the ashes to your family, and families arrange their own travel. Check airline and customs rules, which vary by country and airline. There is no deadline: many families wait until they are ready or until relatives can travel.

Pricing

We publish every price.

A direct cremation starts at $1,695, cremation with a memorial service is $2,980, and a full cremation service with visitation and funeral ceremony is $4,760. The fee to witness the cremation is $295 in addition to the arrangement you choose. See our cremation pricing and our full General Price List for every line item. Prices effective September 14, 2026, and subject to change. More information on our pricing can be found here.

See pricing
Direct cremationStarts at
$1,695
Cremation with a memorial service
$2,980
Full cremation serviceWith visitation and funeral ceremony
$4,760
Witness the cremationIn addition to the arrangement you choose
$295

Why families choose Bunker

  • We own our crematory.

    Your loved one is never sent to a third party, so witnessing is possible and your family knows exactly where the cremation takes place.

  • You can see it first.

    Families are welcome to tour our crematory and meet our cremation manager before they decide.

  • Prices are published.

    The witnessing fee and every other charge are listed online.

  • We are available 24/7.

    Call (480) 964-8686 any time.

Tour our crematory

Frequently asked questions

Many Hindu families wish to cremate soon after death. Call us at any hour and tell us what your tradition asks for. Timing depends on paperwork and other factors outside our control, but we will do everything we can to honor your family’s wishes.

Yes. Your funeral director will coordinate with your priest, pandit, granthi, monk or other officiant if you wish.

A small group typically attends. If your family would like more people present, ask us and we will work out how best to accommodate you.

Ask your funeral director. We will explain what is possible and work with your family to honor your customs as best we can.

Tell your funeral director which customs matter to your family, including how your loved one is prepared or dressed, and we will work with you to accommodate them.

We return the ashes to your family. Families arrange their own travel or shipping. Please check airline and customs requirements.

Many families do. Ask your funeral director what we can arrange at our chapels and reception spaces. We have a full reception center and catering kitchen to accommodate a gathering with a meal.

Yes. Call (480) 964-8686 or visit our crematory tour page.

Yes. Families come to us from Gilbert, Chandler, Tempe, Scottsdale, Phoenix and across the East Valley.

Call Us Anytime

If your family has lost someone, call us any hour of the day or night at (480) 964-8686. We will take care of the first steps and listen to your family’s wishes. You can also contact us online or plan ahead.

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Garden Chapel and Crematory

33 North Centennial Way
Mesa, AZ 85201

(480) 964-8686

Serving Mesa, Gilbert, Chandler, Tempe and the East Valley. Our locations