Frank E. Smith Funeral Home and Crematory
405 N Columbus St, Lancaster, OH, 43130
Questions to Ask When You Call
You're not expected to know this. These questions help you compare and avoid surprises.
“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.
Payment & Financial Options
Average in Ohio
$2,246 – $7,063
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
Help filing a known life insurance claim
Funerals in this area run $2,246–$7,063. 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.
Services Offered
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What Families Say
“The funeral home came and picked up my person at home. Funeral home was called by the police not us. They had to take my person to Dayton. They called a few days later to ask how we wanted to proceed with arrangements. We politely told them that we are going to use other services. Knowing we are going through a loss they got nasty on the phone and just hung up on us. Thanks so much for empathy and care!”
— Leeann Lenart
“Very caring and trustworthy always have your best interest in mind. They make final arrangements as easy as it can be at those difficult times.”
— Dave Schamehorn
“Thank you for helping me with the passing of my lil Yorkie a few years back. I still have her ashes in the urn and other keep sakes.”
— Michael
We can help with what comes next.
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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