Funeral Alternatives of Washington - Tumwater
Creating Meaningful Memorials for Tumwater Families
In Tumwater, Funeral Alternatives of Washington stands as a beacon of compassion and personalization in funeral services, offering the community thoughtful and customized arrangements that honor the memory of their loved ones. We pride ourselves on providing services that reflect the individuality of each person we commemorate, ensuring that every aspect of the funeral or cremation planning is aligned with the family's wishes and budget. Our dedicated team in Tumwater takes the time to understand your preferences, assisting with everything from catering coordination to creating personalized memorial items. We manage the logistical details so you can focus on what matters most: honoring the life and legacy of your loved one.
With Funeral Alternatives, you'll find a supportive partner committed to helping your family with compassion and warmth. We proudly serve Washington families in Centralia, Lacey, and Tumwater.
- Reception Room
- Chapel
- Audio Visual Equipment
- Large Capacity Spaces
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Multi-Sensory Experience
Custom multimedia experience that includes both audio and video elements.
- Cremation Services
- Funeral & Memorial Services
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Funeral Preplanning
Arrange your funeral in advance for peace of mind. Learn more.
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Prepaid Cremation
Lock in cremation costs by paying ahead. Learn more.
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Veteran Funeral Specialists
Our professionals are trained in veteran funeral care and ethics.
- Celebration of Life
- Livestreaming
- Catered Events
- Aftercare and Grief Support
- Funeral Video Production
- Memorial Programs and Stationery
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Identification Viewings
A brief, private moment to confirm a loved one’s identity.
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Private Viewings
A quiet farewell for close family and friends.
- Flower Arrangement Delivery
- Home Delivery of Ashes
- Priority Mail of Ashes
- Online Arrangement
- Free Online Obituary
- Cremation Urns
- Cremation Remembrance Jewelry
- Cremation Keepsakes
- Sympathy and Memorial Gifts
- International Shipping
- Ash Scattering
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Human Composting
A natural process returning the body to soil. Also known as natural organic reduction and terramation.
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Aquamation/Water Cremation
A water-based, eco-friendly alternative to cremation. Also known as alkaline hydrolysis, water cremation, and flameless cremation.
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Parting Stone
Parting stones are a collection of smooth, polished stones made from cremated remains. Learn more.
- Incense Burning
- Multicultural Funerals
Information
- 455 North Street Southeast, Tumwater, WA 98501
- (360) 523-2489
- Monday through Friday from 8:30am-5pm. 24/7 answering service.
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Recent Obituaries for Funeral Alternatives of Washington - Tumwater
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Dennis Stewart-Payne
1942-2025It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Dennis L. Stewart-Payne, who left this world on February 18, 2025, at the age of 82 in Olympia, Washington. Dennis was born on June 2, 1942,... -
Diana Brunink
1949-2025Diana Hattie Lynn Brunink passed away on February 17, 2025, at the age of 76. She was born on February 13, 1949, in Bellingham, Washington, to Harold Brunink, Sr. and Irene (Harris) Brunink. Dian... -
Peyton Poler
2000-2025Peyton Janae Poler joined Heaven’s ranks on February 16th, 2025, following a short battle with bile duct cancer. Born on March 21st, 2000, to parents Steve and Hillary, Peyton’s life was one defi... -
Maria Hernández Peeler
1949-2025Maria Victoria Horta Hernández (affectionately known as “Matoya” within the family) was born on December 23, 1949, in Matanzas, Cuba. Maria Victoria was born a type one diabetic, but she never let tha... -
Tatum Bent
1997-2025Tatum Alexa Bent, 27, died on February 13, 2025, in Olympia, WA. He was born in John Day, OR and was the eldest child of Brian and Tracey (Longmire) Bent, both natives of WA state. A...
Pricing
Burial Services Starting At
$2,500
- Price is for burial with no visitation or formal services and ceremonies. Does not include casket, outer burial container, or cemetery costs.
- Includes all of the essential services of the funeral director and staff.
- Removal of your loved one as well as local transportation to the cemetery for burial (within 35 miles).
- Care of your loved one until burial is complete. Family not present with timing at the discretion of the funeral home.
- Consultation with responsible party for final arrangements.
- All the necessary permits and authorizations.
- Free self-service online obituary.
- Many other optional services available - including celebration of life event planning, traditional funeral service, on-site catering, police escort to the gravesite, and more - at additional charge.
- Prices do not include merchandise, cash advances, filing fees, or death certificates. Please see complete price list for additional details and exclusions.
Cremation Services Starting At
$1,660
- Price is for direct cremation with basic cremation container, and without visitation, formal services, or ceremony.
- Includes all of the essential services of the funeral director and staff.
- Removal and local transportation of your loved one to the crematory (within 35 miles).
- Care of your loved one until cremation is complete.
- Cremation process and return of ashes.
- Consultation with responsible party for final arrangements.
- All the necessary permits and authorizations.
- Free self-service online obituary.
- Many other optional services available - including celebration of life event planning, traditional funeral service, on-site catering, scattering assistance, and more - at additional charge.
- Prices do not include urn or other merchandise, cash advances, filing fees, or death certificates. Please see complete price list for additional details and exclusions.
Reviews
Everyone we worked with was amazing. From the pre planning to the pick up of my father was compassionate and respectful. They worked directly with our hospice team so we didn't have to call for pick up when it was time. It took less than a week to bring my dad home and get the death certificates. 100 times would Recommend.
JK Brown
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Dec 26, 2024
Very good service and very helpful in all aspects. Much appreciated.
Ron A (Bugser)
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Dec 11, 2024
Thank you for walking me through this process with such ease. Your attention to detail and guidance was so appreciated.
Jacqueline Smith
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Dec 02, 2024
We lost a loved one recently and needed their services. Quick, professional, kind, knowledgeable are the best words to use for this important affordable service. Staff was caring and quick in their responses . If you need this service they'll do everything they can to assist you. Five-stars .
Update to the present time, one of my sisters and I have planned to use their professional services when our times come to an end . Affordable, professional, capable. Five stars
Jerome Newman
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Nov 17, 2024
Carleen is very caring and a wonderful person. Guided us through to the end , Thank you for the caring and graceful handeling of our dad's remains from our state back home to Washington, to rest in Tahoma National.
Pam Bottrell
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Oct 31, 2024
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