In recent years, the frequency of questions we receive about cremation has been on a steady rise. Many families want to know about the cremation process itself as well as options for commemorating a loved one's life. A wide variety of options exist when considering Cremation. One must consider not only this final mode of disposition of the deceased, but how one wishes to commemorate the life of the loved one. Many service memorialization options exist for Cremation.

We encourage you to take the time to review the information on all these pages, especially the FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) section. Discuss any questions or concerns openly with family members, your clergy and a qualified cremation director, before making any final decisions.

Why Choose Baue for Cremation Services?

Baue Owns & Operates our own Crematory

As a family-owned company, we are dedicated to serving the needs of families choosing cremation. We have the area's only on-site crematory, and it is conveniently located within our Funeral & Memorial Center on the grounds of St. Charles Memorial Gardens. This gives you and your family peace-of-mind and assurance the cremation process is taking place in a dignified setting.
Our crematory is clean, modern and available for your inspection. For the convenience of the families we serve, Baue provides service 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Baue Employs Cremation Professionals

Our crematory is supervised by Baue employees who are both licensed funeral directors and technicians certified by the Cremation Association of North America. Our employees are required to complete training courses in the area of cremation services on an annual basis. Because we operate our own crematory (without middlemen), we are able to maintain the highest levels of quality control and thus assure the integrity of the cremated remains.

The Baue Reputation

Since 1935, the Baue family has been providing quality service to families in the St. Charles County area. More people have trusted Baue with their family's cremation service than any other local firm. We encourage you to check our reputation through local Hospitals and Health Care Centers, clergy, family and friends. You'll see Baue's tradition for exceptional service is a well-earned one.

Baue is the Expert in Funeral Service

Because Baue has served so many families over the years, we have learned a great deal from them by asking questions and listening carefully. We carefully tailor our services to meet the needs of today's families. We provide more options than any other funeral firm in the area. To better serve our clients, we have prepared a Cremation Facts & Options Guide. This 16-page booklet answers the most commonly asked questions about Cremation. To receive your FREE copy, just click here.