426 W St Joseph St, Lansing, MI, 48933
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.
“I want to extend my deepest gratitude to Riley Funeral Home for the compassionate care and support they provided to my family during one of the most difficult times in our lives. From the moment we walked through their doors, we were met with kindness, patience, and professionalism. The staff treated my mother, Ella D. Burnett, with the utmost respect and dignity, ensuring that every detail of her homegoing celebration was handled with grace and care. Their attention to detail and heartfelt service made all the difference. They guided us through each step with calm reassurance and allowed us to focus on honoring her memory. Knowing my mother was in such loving and capable hands brought comfort to our family. Thank you, Riley Funeral Home, for your extraordinary service and for helping us say goodbye in such a beautiful and meaningful way. With heartfelt appreciation, Stephen B. and Family”
— Stephen Burnett
“We had Riley Funeral Home perform a direct cremation for my mother-in-law. We found them to be kind, warm, efficient, and they went out of their way to get us the death certificates fast when we needed them in a hurry. And they were much less expensive than some of the others we contacted, for exactly the same services. I liked that they are a family that's been in business in Lansing for a long time. No complaints here.”
— Wayne Simpson
“They did a wonderful job on my step father and was very professional and when my mother passed 6 months later mr.rileys staff came to get my mother and they handled her with respect and they also let us have a little more time with her and when we cremated her we got her back right away and I'll recommend mr.riley and his staff and business to anyone . Thanks to Mr Riley and staff .”
— Marisela Granado
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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Claim and verify your free listing to show your services and pricing and receive family requests. Optional services have separate terms.
Claim your free listing“Do you offer payment plans?”
Many funeral homes allow you to spread the cost over time. Ask about down payments, terms, and financing options.