Pence-Reese Funeral Home & Cremation Services
310 N 2nd Ave E, Newton, IA, 50208
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 Iowa
$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
“Pence-Reese handled the memorial services for my Dad and recently for my Mom, and they did a beautiful job. Jeff was caring, kind, professional and thorough. Everything was done exactly the way it should have been done, and we as a family appreciated their attention to detail and the caring way they carried out honoring our parents. Lori (Van Zee) Digiambatista”
— lori DIGIAMBATISTA
“They are the best. Helpful, caring and compassionate. Thank you for helping us make decisions when we needed to.”
— Barbara Wisgerhof
“Jeff and Levi went above and beyond to make my sister-in-law's funeral as seamless as possible. They are genuinely caring people and attentive to any requests you may have.”
— Claire Wagner
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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