1806 E Michigan Ave, Jackson, MI, 49202
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 Michigan
$2,370 – $7,456
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
Funerals in this area run $2,370–$7,456. 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.
“My Family has used Burden Patience Montgomery for funeral arrangements for decades. Crossing over from the Goodalls, Greenes, and Jones families. We have always had professional care with every staff member. Tim Hartley retirement and at my request came back to aid in my Brother’s service. The comfort level in the new facility is overwhelming with beauty.”
— Sharon Greene
“Burden-Patience-Montgomery funeral home did an excellent job with my mother’s funeral. They were very good explaining to me what I needed to do and what they would take care of. They made it very easy for me at a time when I needed their help.”
— Jeff Beers
“I have delt with Burdens 3 different times. 1st time they helped my son who had no money they worked with him to till he could pay. Very kind and understanding. 2nd time was my son took his life. I found my son a devastating sight The man Christopher who was setting stuff up asked if I would like to see my son before they took him to be cremated . I was a little unsure but I'm so glad I did. They had my son covered with his arm and hand out. He was so cold. They had about 3 blankets on him a beautiful quilt on top. I was just amazed at how caring and comforting they were with us. 3rd time was yesterday when my husband and I went and prearranged our end of life stuff. We delt with Christopher again He remembered us and was just so awesome again. I give them 100% . Such caring people. There is so much they did that they didn't have to. A shout out to Tim who handled my son's service. Very very thankful 🙏”
— Jackie
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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Many funeral homes allow you to spread the cost over time. Ask about down payments, terms, and financing options.