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 Specialist Certified
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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Memorial Diamonds
Lab-created diamonds made from cremated remains.
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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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Brenda Mottner
1962-2025Brenda Lee Mottner (Norris) passed away peacefully on March 26, 2025, surrounded by family in her home in Roy, WA where she has been a resident for the last 16 years. She spent the last 14 months batt... -
Mary Ann Lindemann
1940-2025With deep sorrow, we announce the passing of Mary Ann (Taylor) Lindemann, who departed this life on March 20, 2025, in Olympia, Washington. Born on December 6, 1940, in Denver, Colorado, Mary Ann led ... -
Alice Warren
1941-2025Alice Jan Warren, a former resident of Prineville, Oregon, passed away on March 18, 2025. She was 83. Alice was born near Antlers, Oklahoma on October 15, 1941 to Samuel and Edith Lasater. She moved w... -
Dean Cottrell
1942-2025Dean Ellis Cottrell, a cherished father, grandfather, and community leader, passed away peacefully on March 16, 2025, in Yelm, Washington. Born on December 7, 1942, in Centralia, Washington, Dean's li... -
Patricia Blakeway
1936-2025Patricia Blakeway, 88, passed away in St. Joseph’s Hospital in Tacoma on March 15, 2025 after suffering a tragic fall at her residence in Olympia, WA. She was an only child born to ElRoy Meyer an...
Pricing
Burial Services Starting At
- 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
- 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.
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