305 Park St, Elgin, IL, 60120
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.
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.
“I want everyone to know how absolutely wonderful this funeral home was. The owner Daniel, and Jeff were extremely kind and beyond helpful and patient, helping me make arrangements of everything I wanted for my husband’s services. And Kris Peters, who provided his services the entire evening of my husband‘s wake, was an absolutely God send. One of the most wonderful things, besides the people here, is the fact that you are not sharing the evening with anyone else. The services are provided for your family and your family alone for the evening(s) you select. I highly recommend their services and I guarantee you will not be disappointed. On top of which they were extremely reasonable. I am so grateful I chose them to celebrate my husband life.”
— Lupe Peters
“Everyone at Symonds-Madison treated us with the utmost respect. From the very beginning to the very end, the entire staff made the process of losing a loved one a bit more comforting. Daniel, Jeff, and Kris guided us the entire way and Jennifer and the rest of the staff kept us informed and updated. The layout was clean, well-organized, and professional. The tribute video was much appreciated and allowed for family and friends to reminisce throughout the night. No issue was too great for Kris as he accommodated us for the entire service without hesitation. I would really like to express how grateful my family is for the way everything went. My father looked peaceful and my family was treated as one of their own. Thank you all for guiding us through these difficult times.”
— Jaime Calderon
“Daniel and Jennifer was so helpful with this process of laying my grandson final resting place. Everything turned out so beautiful for his homecoming. I truly appreciate all the help and support they gave our family. I would highly recommend there services and staff if anyone ever needs to lay their loved one to rest.”
— Michelle K Ware-White
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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