Reece Funeral Home
607 2nd St E, Ottumwa, IA, 52501
Questions to Ask When You Call
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.
Payment & Financial Options
Average in Iowa
$2,246 – $7,063
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
Help filing a known life insurance claim
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.
Services Offered
What Families Say
“It takes a special gift to guide the grieving though the burial of a loved one, but Bill Reece and his team are gifted many times over. Reece Funnel Home has buried many of my family and if I was to be buried there, I'd want Reece to be the ones to take of my body after life. Thank you Bill and Quinn for the last 2 days and the two weeks leading up to yesterday. You made it effortless for me as I buried my Aunt.”
— Anne Marie Riedel
“Our family has very much appreciated Reese's help and support through the deaths and funerals of our grandparents. They have been kind, patient, understanding, and thoughtful. We recommend their services!”
— Beth
“I am currently in the process of planning a family member's funeral and have no idea what I'm doing as I've never had to do this before. Everyone at Reece has been nothing short of amazing during this process; they've helped guide me step-by-step and been so very kind and patient with my multitude of questions. They truly have gone above and beyond!”
— Rachel Hull
We can help with what comes next.
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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