Shepard Funeral Chapel
9255 Natural Bridge Rd, St. Louis, MO, 63134
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.
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 Missouri
$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
Business Hours
What Families Say
“They have treated me with respect and have treated George with so much love and kindness. He is in the best hands with Shepard funeral home. I am so grateful that I found the best place to handle George Thank you so very much. God bless all.”
— Marie Smith
“We traveled from Charlotte nc because our son passed away and he moved to St Louis MO , Called and Mitch answered the phone , and from the first words through the phone , to the last words in person Mitch and staff were absolutely outstanding! Thank you Mitch and staff for helping my son adrian , and Ken for Praying with us before we headed back to North Carolina”
— Erick Orozco
“Shepard's Funeral Chapel help me honor my mother after she passed. I was pleased with the attention given and the compassion shown.”
— Elizabeth Thiele
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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