Murdoch Funeral Home & Cremation Services
3855 Katz Dr, Marion, IA, 52302
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.
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What Families Say
“We are so happy we chose Murdoch Funeral Home and Cremation in Marion for the arrangements for our Beloved Brother. Every single person we worked with was so caring and helped us make important decisions. They were GREAT!!!”
— Becky Ruby
“My mom was always adamant about two things when she talked about funeral planning: it had to be handled by Murdoch’s and she wanted it to be a Celebration of Life, not a funeral. We honored both of those wishes and working with Oglesby and the staff at Murdoch’s was a very special experience. They listened, spent time with us, understood what we wanted (and what we didn’t know we needed). Our family definitely felt the personal support and appreciated how caring and professional they were. Would highly recommend. ❤️”
— Shari.Lewison
“The family of Aaron Thompson, Marion, IA, will be forever grateful for the compassionate care offered to us by Murdoch Funeral Homes following the unexpected death of our beloved husband/father/grandfather on November 16. At a time when we really needed guidance and comfort, Funeral Director Lindsey Sherman greeted us with professional yet very personal attention. The thoughtful, unhurried responses to our questions and the peaceful surroundings were a great solace. Ultimately, when we left the funeral home, we felt so much more able to, as Aaron would say, “Keep on keeping on.” Thank you so very much. Sylvia Thompson, Leigh Anne Thompson Ratliff, Derek Thompson”
— Aaron Thompson
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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