What term describes a funeral service that lacks a casket or traditional items?

The term that describes a funeral service lacking a casket or traditional items is direct cremation. This option specifically refers to the process of cremating the body without a preceding ceremony that involves viewing or the use of a casket. It focuses on the disposition of the body through cremation without the additional expenses or elements typical of more traditional funeral services.

In a direct cremation, the family may choose to hold a memorial service at a later time without the presence of the body or may forgo a service altogether. This choice often appeals to families seeking a simpler and more cost-effective option for handling the remains of their loved one.

Other terms such as direct burial and immediate burial refer to burial processes but do not imply the absence of traditional items like caskets. Traditional funeral services typically involve a full set of services including the body being prepared and presented in a casket, along with other customary elements.