Parson Mortuary and Cremation Center
801 W Adams St, Muncie, IN, 47305
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 Indiana
$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
“We had the best experience working with Parson's. I was a little nervous at first because of the negative reviews, but I am so thankful I chose them. Ashley was absolutely amazing!! I could not have found a more compassionate, understanding, and helpful person to help with my father's arrangements. She answered any and all of our questions quickly. She even made a beautiful ornament keepsake and some bookmarks. She was there every step of the way and took care of everything we needed and so much more. Any concern I brought to her she was just like "I got you" and "whatever you need". The service was beautiful. I could not be more happy or impressed with the entire process. Working with her and Parson's was easy and I would not hesitate to choose them again.”
— Heather Bangel
“Parson Mortuary has been handling my mother’s passing and I am very grateful to the staff, but Jerry especially for his kindness and support in this very difficult time. They made everything so easy to understand and answered any and all questions my siblings and I had with respect and understanding.”
— Sidney B
“Jerry, Ashley and the staff of Parsons went above and beyond for our family with the passing of my dad. They were extremely easy to work with while dealing with his passing. Our family felt comforted knowing Parsons was handling the care of our dad, son and brother. My dad loved old cars and unbeknownst to our family beforehand, they brought our dad to his final resting place in their 1950 Cadillac Hearse. Parsons has handled other family members services in the past and have always shown us respect and care.”
— Gretchen Manning
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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