124 Virginia St E, Charleston, WV, 25301
License #fe89058
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 West Virginia
$1,996 – $6,278
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
Funerals in this area run $1,996–$6,278. 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 stopped by today to get a price on a headstone for myself and my wife and our daughter. Very nice and friendly staff, please to work with. We are not exactly what we are looking for as far as cremation, headstones, or bench.”
— Jeff Estep
“Sears Monument Company has done an excellent job installing three large monuments in our family cemetery near Parkersburg. As the cemetery is high on a hill and difficult to get to, Brent Sears personally came for the first two installations to make sure they went well. Also, Cathy Wright from the Parkersburg office has been very helpful. I would highly recommend Sears Monument to anyone who wants a quality job along with personal attention.”
— John Beiting
“Sears Monument Company handled adding a missing date to a headstone from 47 years ago - over the phone. They were helpful and detailed, and they even mailed me a photo of the work when it was done. We appreciate their work and are pleased with the end result. The price was very reasonable.”
— Mamie Kerr
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.
Are you Sears Monument Co?
Claim and verify your free listing to show your services and pricing and receive family requests. Optional services have separate terms.
Claim your free listing“Do you offer payment plans?”
Many funeral homes allow you to spread the cost over time. Ask about down payments, terms, and financing options.