1115 E 19th St N, Newton, IA, 50208
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.
“Do you offer payment plans?”
Many funeral homes allow you to spread the cost over time. Ask about down payments, terms, and financing options.
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 Iowa
$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.
“I was so disappointed at the service for my husband. This was the last time I could honor him and nothing was how I wanted. I had picked out songs, yet nobody i talked to heard any music playing at all. My husband looked so bad I couldnt even look at him. My stepdaughter was rushed into speaking when there were people still arriving. And I know funerals are expensive, but I have since spoke to people who got a full catholic service, meal and transportation for way less. Funeral directors are evil. They prey on people when they are in sorrow. Maybe they shouldnt have such big diamonds on their hands and drive cadillacs. It just proves my statement. Material things dont matter. Compassion for others does. Im ashamed that I didnt honor my husband better. He deserved more”
— chris Reuwsaat
“No one ever wants to use the service Wallace provides, but in my time of grief and in the middle of all the overwhelming emotions Gary Wallace was absolutely amazing. He treated me like I was his only customer even though he was very busy, he was more than willing to be as accommodating as he possibly could be, he treated myself and my family as if they we were family. I really cannot say enough about great the service was in this unfortunate time.”
— Matthew Cossel
“Even with other families being helped, Gary Wallace was there for my family and I and was very courteous, fully aware of our grieving, and genuinely concerned that Wallace Family Funeral Home was meeting every aspect of planning and carrying out my wife's memorial service perfectly and professionally!!! The entire staff at the Wallace Family Funeral Home is five star quality in my eyes!!! Thanks Gary and staff for a job well done!!!”
— Greg Birky
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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