Crown Hill Funeral Home & Cemetery
700 W 38th St, Indianapolis, IN, 46208
About Crown Hill Funeral Home & Cemetery
Cemetery founded in 1863, with a Gothic Revival gateway, prominent graves & views over the city.
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.
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What Families Say
“This is an expansive cemetery with numerous beautiful gravestones. Many of Indianapolis’ best known people are buried here, and the range of interesting tombs makes for a fascinating tour. It’s quite peaceful, as one might expect, and struck me as a very nice cemetery. It’s worth a look if you’re interested in this sort of thing.”
— Mateo Gebon
“For such a large cemetery with lots of Indiana history and famous people, I found it to be sad, disappointing, an embarrassment, and very poorly kept. Literally looked like they had no respect for people, just threw in as many headstones and plots as possible to make money off grieving families.”
— Tony Addington
“This is a well-maintained cemetery with just a few areas needing attention. What's truly impressive is the history and the stories of those buried here. Anyone born or raised in Indiana will find familiar names, and with a little research, you'll discover lesser-known legends who contributed not only to the state but to the entire nation. Be sure to wear good walking shoes and allow a few hours to explore. Don't miss the city views near James Whitcomb Riley's grave and have Google Maps (in walking mode) handy to help you navigate directly to your desired locations. A few of the many that you don't want to miss: James Whitcomb Riley 📖 President Benjamin Harrison 🇺🇸 Irsays 🏈 ( not far from a view Lucas Oil Stadium) Lilly Family 💊 Race Legends 🏁🏎️🏁 John Dillenger 🔫 Crown Hill National Cemetery 💜🎖️🫡 Gothic Chapel⛪ great photo opportunities and public restrooms.”
— Along the Map
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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