Pence-Reese Funeral Home & Cremation Services
310 N 2nd Ave E, Newton, IA, 50208
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 Iowa
$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
Business Hours
What Families Say
“Pence-Reese handled the memorial services for my Dad and recently for my Mom, and they did a beautiful job. Jeff was caring, kind, professional and thorough. Everything was done exactly the way it should have been done, and we as a family appreciated their attention to detail and the caring way they carried out honoring our parents. Lori (Van Zee) Digiambatista”
— lori DIGIAMBATISTA
“They are the best. Helpful, caring and compassionate. Thank you for helping us make decisions when we needed to.”
— Barbara Wisgerhof
“Jeff and Levi went above and beyond to make my sister-in-law's funeral as seamless as possible. They are genuinely caring people and attentive to any requests you may have.”
— Claire Wagner
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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