2036 W 79th St, Chicago, IL, 60620
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“Can I see your General Price List?”
Federal law (FTC Funeral Rule) requires them to give you itemized pricing. You have every right to ask.
“Do you accept insurance assignment?”
Ask whether assignment is available for your policy and location, what fees apply, and what you must pay upfront. MedaSynq does not arrange assignments.
“What's included vs. what's extra?”
Packages may not include everything. Ask about the casket, embalming, transportation, facility fees, and death certificate copies.
Know Your Rights
Under the FTC Funeral Rule, funeral homes must give price information by telephone and a written General Price List when you visit in person. Federal law does not require them to send the list by mail or email. You can select individual goods and services and use a casket purchased elsewhere.
Average in Illinois
$2,620 – $8,240
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
Funerals in this area run $2,620–$8,240. If your family knows of a life insurance policy, Claim Assist can help file and follow up on the claim. The insurer decides whether to pay. There is no upfront fee; separate service terms apply.
“Golden Gate Funeral Home took care and prepare our mom‘s for her final journey. The process was difficult however, the staff put us at ease and did a beautiful job. We sat down with other funeral homes in the area but Golden Gate’s didn’t pressure us into getting more then we needed. They understood that we had a budget and helped us get as close to our budget as possible. Funerals can be expensive but over all we came away feeling like we were not taken advantage of during our time of mourning. When our mom passed they sent out two gentleman to pick up our mom. The gentlemen who came out were very professional. They spent a little time explaining how everything was going to move forward. The guys again were fantastic. Once our mom’s funeral took place, we were extremely happy and gratified with the presentation of our mom. We were concerned with how she would look in the casket after being in bed for three years due to her condition. Her body was stiff due to non movement. We spoke Crystal Brown-Black and a funeral director about this situation. They reassured us that they would do the best in regards to helping with the situation. After seeing her my Siblings and I were exceedingly happy with how they handled everything. So many people said she looked beautiful. It was nice to deal with a group people that really cared. Thanks again to everyone at Golden Gate Funeral Home. Thank you for being both professional and caring at the same time. 🙏🏾”
— William Brown
“I would like to Thank Mrs. Hall on always being a great employee. She handled 3 pre planning arrangements for me and she is phenomenal. She takes her time and knows her job very well. Always professional and kind. May she continue to help families at there time of need. Bless her.”
— Frances Carver
“I must say that I had an excellent experience with Golden Gates Funeral Home. When I say Golden Gates, I mean Crystal and her crew! We must also add the limo driver to this experience! Everything was beautiful, decent and in order in every way. All that I can say is Thank you, Thank you, Thank you from the bottom of my heart!!! After the the amazing day of my mother being laid to rest, I was finally able to see the slide created for my mom. It brought tears to my eyes again and I watch this memory every day!!!!! Thank you once again Golden Gate! The church was also impressed with the service! On a scale of 1 to 10, you score at least a one million from me!❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️”
— Kimberly Barren
If your family knows of a life insurance policy, Claim Assist can help file and follow up on the claim. No upfront fee; the service fee and terms are disclosed before you enroll.
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