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144 N 16th St, East St Louis, IL, 62205
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.
Average in Illinois
$2,620 – $8,240
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
Funerals in this area run $2,620–$8,240. 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.
“Unfortunately, this funeral home doesn’t care about keeping services on time in a professional manner which can then cause other funerals to be delayed. Also, this affects the staff at the cemeteries. This isn’t a 15 min delay. This funeral was over 2 hours late.”
— Kim Mehringlau
“Ms. Nash did a beautiful job with my mother and all the arrangements. She is very professional, kind and gentle. Ms. Nash added a "personal touch" to everything making sure my mother looked natural and nice in her casket. She even on down matched colors within the viewing room. The programs were absolutely beautiful. I still can't believe my mother has passed on but I am very pleased with Ms. Nash. I recommend this business for your family's "after death" care. I consider her "family" now. Thank you Ms. Nash for everything. God Bless you and Nash Funeral Home.”
— Charay Merritt
“I personally want to Thank the Nash Funeral Home staff for everything that they have done to make sure that my Princess Charlisa G. Ward was put to rest in elegance. To Mrs. Nash and to the help of my cousin Emond Shepherd who assisted me with my daughters funeral arrangements. It was definitely a pleasure and you all feel like my family. Just keeping me in your thoughts even after has truly been wonderful. Again, Thank You All So Much for being there for me during my time of bereavement. My Sincerest Thanks, Ms. Lisa Ward, Mother of Charlisa Georgette Ward.”
— Lisa Ward
We file the life insurance claim and recover unclaimed property — the payout can help cover costs like these. $0 upfront.
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