6150 N Cicero Ave, Chicago, IL, 60646
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 Illinois
$2,620 – $8,240
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
Funerals in this area run $2,620–$8,240. 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 had the unfortunate circumstance of my mother and father passing within a month of each other. In both cases we used the services of Smith Corcoran and they were wonderful. Dana helped with a beautiful open casket funeral for my mother. The facilities are elegant and it really is just the perfect venue. Karen helped to provide the cremation services for my father and the process went so smoothly and efficiently we never even had to communicate beyond the initial meeting. In all cases, I've found the employees at Corcoran to be knowledgeable, helpful and sincerely great people to work with. Thank you for all that you've done for my family.”
— Reviewer
“As a fellow funeral professional from out of state, I feel uniquely qualified to comment on the service provided personally to my own family by Smith Corcoran. The sudden & unexpected loss of our young daughter in law combined with respecting the cultural sensitivities of her overseas family was a bit challenging, and my professional research to find the right colleague to help us all led to Smith Corcoran. Bailey, our funeral director, could not have been more sensitive or helpful given the circumstances, and worked with us to address every concern-to the satisfaction of all concerned-and helped us to properly honor our beloved daughter in law. Again, as a fellow funeral director who personally experienced a loss, I am grateful for their professionalism and compassion towards my family, and I'm completely comfortable in personally recommending their services to others.”
— Peter Kulbacki
“I cannot recommend Smith-Corcoran highly enough. I had a distant cousin pass away with no nearer relative and only thirty days to collect her body from the Cook County Medical Examiner, but I live 200 miles away in another state. Eric and the staff here took care of collecting my relative's remains, kept in constant and easy communication about all issues, walking me through the bureaucratic issues, and even came in early when I made the trip to Chicago to pick up her ashes on my way to a morning probate court appointment. I only wish the legal process were as smooth and pleasant as Smith-Corcoran made the mortuary arrangements. I would give six stars if I could.”
— Christopher Riedel
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.