619 Rue St. Francois St, Florissant, MO, 63031
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 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.
“I just want to say, the staff, Michelle, Kenny, Tom and Amy went above and beyond their duties to be there for our family. We had to plan a service for the passing of a second child. They took it upon themselves to protect our interest and take care of things that grieving parents should not have to do but sometimes have to. They really stepped up. We feel like we have an extended family and friends for life.”
— Tammy Frangel
“Buchholz is amazing! They did my father’s cremation and the entire staff was a pleasure to work with, they treated us like family and just for that I highly recommend using them. Tom, Michelle, Amy, and Kenny! The support you all showed us meant the world! From our family to yours we love you!”
— Erika Russell
“Buchholz did a wonderful job on my Mother’s arrangements after her passing, at the age of 96. They went out of their way to make everything as easy as possible for me. The visitation and funeral were held at a west county funeral home for my convenience. They set up the room for me to visit easily with others (I use a walker). The flowers I ordered through them were perfect; white roses on the casket and white flowers on each side. They also said they would provide a headstone for my Mother to match my Father’s, and by December. It took 8 months to get my Father’s headstone from someone else. And, my Mother looked perfect. Until COVID, she had always had a manicure with red nail polish. They gave her the red nails again. Her hair was beautiful. They gave her the bangs she always had before the nursing home stylist. Her face was lovely and not “washed out”. Tom Buchholz was very kind. He went out of his way to make sure I had the death certificates as soon as possible. We had a celebration of life for my elderly Mother at both the visitation and the funeral. Wonderful!”
— Barbara 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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