Simply Cremations of Charlotte
3850 Matthews-Indian Trail Rd, Matthews, NC, 28104
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?”
This means they bill the insurance company directly. You don't pay thousands upfront and wait to be reimbursed.
“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
The FTC Funeral Rule protects you. Every funeral home must provide an itemized General Price List if you ask — in person or over the phone. You are never required to buy a package and can choose services individually. You also have the right to use a casket purchased elsewhere.
Payment & Financial Options
Average in North Carolina
$2,246 – $7,063
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
If they had life insurance, it can cover this
Funerals in this area run $2,246–$7,063. If your loved one had a life insurance policy, the benefit can cover these costs — and we'll file the claim and handle the carrier for you, even without the policy number. $0 upfront, and nothing if it doesn't pay out.
Services Offered
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What Families Say
“Absolutely recommend! I contacted Phil a couple of weeks before my husband died to enquire about the services they provide. He provided me with information to questions I didn't even know to ask, and was very kind, compassionate and professional. I picked Simply Cremations of Charlotte based on this, as the other places I contacted didn't seem to have that compassionate feeling I was looking for. When the time came, Phil was again, kind, compassionate and patience with me, and walked me through the process at my own pace. He answered all my questions, and I felt like I was dealing with a friend. I am so glad that I picked Simply Cremations of Charlotte for my husband's final journey. Highly, highly recommend.”
— Vicki Distaso
“Absolutlely recommend. Absolutlely recommend. Phil made the process very easy for us. Straightforward, no pressure, just time to breathe and process. I was a walk-in, anticipating the need and he was very gracious. I took the papers home and had them ready. It's never easy and you don't need a sales pitch when you are grieving. He was professional and respectful of mom and us. I highly recommend them. The courteous people who came that night weren't exactly the strongest pair, but the fact they were well matched in size worked alright, and fortunately mom only weighed about 100 lbs. I've been involved with the funeral prep of 4 others, this was by far this the easiest and least expensive. Can't thank you enough Phil.Phil made the process very easy for us. Straightforward, no pressure, just time to breathe and process. I was a walk-in, anticipating the need and he was very gracious. I took the papers home and had them ready. It's never easy and you don't need a sales pitch when you are grieving. He was professional and respectful of mom and us. I highly recommend them. The courteous people who came that night weren't exactly the strongest pair, but the fact they were well matched in size worked alright, and fortunately mom only weighed about 100 lbs. I've been involved with the funeral prep of 4 others, this was by far this the easiest and least expensive. Can't thank you enough Phil.”
— PA Fortner
“Sean was wonderfully helpful, answering all our questions and giving excellent advice. We were so pleased to be referred to Simply Cremations.”
— Lynn Jones
We can help with what comes next.
We file the life insurance claim and recover unclaimed property — the payout can help cover costs like these. $0 upfront.
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