275 E Main St, Middletown, DE, 19709
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 Delaware
$2,745 – $8,633
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
Funerals in this area run $2,745–$8,633. 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 brother passed away suddenly in Middletown, DE. His other siblings and I are in the Chicago area. I was able to get a flight out the next morning to make arrangements and my brothers' kindly recommended I contact Spicer-Mullikin, gently suggesting I call soon because a huge storm was about to hit. I made the call, and Matthew Smith responded within minutes. To expedite the process, we did everything over the phone - going over circumstances, family history, next of kin, and signed contracts, over a period of a few hours. Matt kept checking in with me, managing my expectations thoroughly, with the utmost empathy, and confirmed they were able to bring my brother back to the funeral home that evening, safely before the storm hit. He arranged to have my brother's cremains and the death certificates to be sent to me back home in a week, even with the delays from the storm. Managing the arrangements after a loved one dies is difficult through your grief, and the logistics here were really challenging. I cannot thank Matt and his team enough for their kind and empathetic management of each detail during my experience. Yesterday, I received a sympathy card signed my Matthew Smith. My heart is lifted. Thank you for everything.”
— Jane Ehrenstrom
“I had the best experience with Spicer-Mullikin. From start to finish, they were consummate professionals. Their caring, loving behavior made you feel like they were family. Matt took very good care of us by offering advice and giving us top-notch service, making us feel special.”
— Deloris Porter
“Matt and his team were very warm, responsive, and comforting toward our family. We had a last minute change that Matt handled beautifully!! Highly recommend him and his team to you and your family in your time of need.”
— Clay Wessell
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.