Trusted Cremation Services in Puerto Vallarta
Providing Dignity and Compassion Since 1999
CELIS Funeral Home has been a trusted name in Puerto Vallarta since 1979, when it first began serving the community with care and professionalism. In 1999, CELIS introduced the Crematorio Capilla Memorial, the first private crematorium in Puerto Vallarta, located at No. 166, 12 de Octubre St., Col. Bobadilla. With our private, on-site crematorium, we ensure a seamless process while upholding the highest standards of dignity and professionalism. Whether you’re planning ahead or in need of immediate assistance, CELIS Funeral Home is committed to guiding you with kindness, expertise, and compassionate care during life’s most challenging moments. It is our honor to support you in commemorating your loved ones.
Features
- Made from organic materials
- Fast reintegration into nature
- Suitable for different ecosystems
- Elegant and environmentally friendly
Ecological urns
The simplest and most innovative way to say goodbye to your loved one
Nú Urn
- Materials: Sea salt and plant-based binders.
- Dissolution time: 5 to 7 minutes.
- Use: Ocean farewells.
- Benefits to the sea: The calcium in the ashes helps regenerate coral reefs.
- Shape: Spherical.
- Dimensions: Diameter: 22 cm. Plug diameter: 10 cm.
- Weight: Approx. 4,000 grams.
GEOS Urn
- Materials: Plant substrate, minerals, and compost.
- Reintegration time: 1 to 7 months, depending on soil moisture.
- Use: Farewells in any terrestrial ecosystem—forests, jungles, and gardens. Ideal for planting alongside a tree.
- Benefits to the Earth: Ashes contain nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium, the primary nutrients for plants.
Samsara Urn
- Materials: Sand and plant-based binders.
- Dissolution time: 5 to 7 minutes.
- Use: Farewells in rivers, lagoons, and estuaries.
- Benefits to aquatic ecosystems: The nitrogen and phosphorus in the ashes nourish phytoplankton and increase chlorophyll in the water.
Features
- Peace of mind for your family
- Flexible payment options
- Interest-free plans
- Locked in from the first payment
- 100% transferable
- Valid until used
Pre-Arrangement Plan
Our Pre-Need Plan offers numerous advantages and benefits, including peace of mind for your family, flexible payment options, and interest-free plans.
Prices are locked in from the first payment, protecting you from future price increases.
The plan is also 100% transferable to family and friends, ensuring that it can be utilized where needed.
Additionally, the plan remains valid until used, providing long-term security and assurance.
This plan Includes
- Transfer of the body from any medical facility or private residence within this city, as requested.
- For home viewings: cross, 4 candlesticks, 4 candles, and a pedestal.
- Funeral home chapel viewing for 24 hours only.
- Ground transportation of the body up to a distance of 50 km from this city (subject to road conditions allowing the funeral vehicle’s passage).
- Legal procedures (death certificate, official death record, and long-distance transfers).
- Basic legal guidance and advice available 365 days a year.
- Hearse for transportation to the cemetery.
- Cremation service (optional).
- Use of coffin for viewing (cremation only).
- Standard urn for ashes (cremation only).
- Aesthetic preparation of the body for viewing.
- Coffin (as specified in your contract).
Other Services
Burial with a beautiful memorial for your loved ones.
At a cemetery family pray at the urn of the deceased.
Includes traditional funeral service and cremation.
A non-attended cremation without funeral ceremony.
Pastor leads the entire funeral and will speak a prayer.
Ash scattering is a special occasion to commemorate.
FAQ
What documents do I need for funeral arrangements?
You will typically need the deceased’s death certificate, official identification, and any pre-arranged funeral plan documents. We will guide you through the specific paperwork required.
How do you handle funerals for foreigners or people without close family in Mexico?
We work closely with consulates and legal representatives to ensure all necessary arrangements are handled with care. We can also coordinate remote communication with family members abroad.
What steps should I follow when a loved one passes away?
Death in a Hospital
If the death occurs in a hospital, please follow these steps:
- Contact the hospital’s social work department.
- Request that they immediately notify CELIS Funeral Home at (322) 222 1671 or (322) 222 0544.
- An authorized representative from CELIS Funeral Home will take care of the funeral service arrangements.
Death at Home (Natural Causes)
If the death occurs at home due to natural causes (non-violent), please take the following steps:
- Call CELIS Funeral Home at (322) 222 1671 or (322) 222 0544.
- An authorized representative will promptly assist you with the necessary arrangements and guide you through the procedures and permits for burial or cremation.
Death by Accidental or Violent Causes
If the death results from accidental or violent causes, please follow these steps:
- Call CELIS Funeral Home at (322) 222 1671 or (322) 222 0544.
- A representative will provide guidance on the legal procedures that must be followed.
- Once the legal procedures are completed and the necessary permits are obtained, CELIS Funeral Home will handle the funeral services for burial or cremation.
How long does the cremation or burial process take?
The process generally takes 2-3 days, depending on the necessary paperwork and the specific wishes of the family.
Can you assist with specific religious services?
Yes, we can accommodate a wide range of religious and cultural services. Please let us know your specific requirements, and we will make the necessary arrangements.
How can I pay for the services?
We accept various payment methods, including credit cards, bank transfers, and cash. Payment plans are also available upon request.