4830 Lemay Ferry Rd, St. Louis, MO, 63129
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 Missouri
$2,246 – $7,063
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
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.
“The Ziedenheim Funeral Home in South County provided outstanding service and support during a most difficult time. They were outstanding.”
— Harry Willson
“I just want to say that I had my sister Roberta Lynne Hughes service at the South County location. The service was excellent from beginning to the end. Emily Potter was just amazing. She was so helpful in every way. People who care like her is what gets you through these difficult times. Also Steve who did the service was also great. Anyway I just want to say that Emily Potter was helpful,kind, and great from beginning to the end . I'm so glad that she was there at this time. Thanks for all you do Emily. I appreciate everything. Sincerely, Suzanne Foster”
— Sue Foster
“I cannot say enough good things about Ziegenhein and Sons Funeral Home in South County. From the time that I walked in to make final arrangements for my loved one until after the services, I found the entire staff to be so caring, so conscientious in wanting everything to be perfect and what I wanted, extremely pleasant and comforting, and professional. The visitation and service were both so well done. The set up was excellent, staff was on hand to see that everything went well and to answer any requests. In weeks to follow, they reached out to see how I was doing and shared some grief support sessions via text, which was perfect as emotionally, I was not ready to attend a session in person. When I ordered a special piece of jewelry they have available, they made certain everything was they way I wanted it to look, and called me as soon as it arrive. I can't thank the staff enough all they have done for me on behalf of my loved one. Others in our family of friends have indicated that they were o impressed and they had never been to a Service that was quite as well arranged and the staff so friendly, supportive and kind. I agree with them .... and then some.”
— Linda McGinnis
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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