1101 Bannister Rd, Kansas City, MO, 64131
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.
“Serenity is thee best! Ryan I cannot express how he made sure that everything was handled for us, the family didn’t have to worry about nothing! And not to mention how he sang (and yes, I lean sang) at my father’s funeral. I highly recommend Serenity. Your loved one will definitely be in caring hands. Thank you so much Ryan and all of the Serenity family ❤️”
— Stephlynn Mitchell
“It's no wonder Serenity Funeral Home is highly regarded in our community. Their top-notch service from start to finish made a difficult time more bearable. The funeral service was lovely, and my mother looked beautiful. Mike Adkins expertise is unmatched. We are always satisfied when we use Serenity. Thanks, Mike and Ryan for your kindness towards our family.”
— Rock
“My son’s life was violently taken at the age of 27. As you can imagine, this was an incredibly difficult time for our family. When I contacted Serenity Funeral Home, I was connected with Funeral Director Ryan Strickland Sr., and from the beginning, I felt at ease. What I appreciated most about Ryan was his calm confidence. He was compassionate without being overbearing, easy to talk to, and—most importantly—he truly listened. My husband and I knew exactly what we wanted, and Ryan took the time to understand our wishes and worked hard to find an affordable way to honor our son while taking care of every detail. We never felt pressured or given a “salesman” experience. Instead, Mr. Strickland thoughtfully put everything together, including a beautiful and classy obituary. The service itself was absolutely beautiful, and our son looked peaceful, as if he were resting. While there is nothing pleasant about planning a funeral, Ryan and everyone we encountered at Serenity Funeral Home made us feel welcomed, supported, and cared for every step of the way. They truly took care of our every need. After this experience, I know I will return to Serenity Funeral Home—just hopefully not anytime soon!”
— Deloris Wells
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.