Brown's Funeral Home
627 Jefferson Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI, 49503
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 Michigan
$2,370 – $7,456
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
If they had life insurance, it can cover this
Funerals in this area run $2,370–$7,456. 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
“Brown's funeral Home has been a resting place for many love ones. They have compassion patience and love for the community and families abroad. I have known this place for three decades. They are constantly and repeatedly are the same caring business. The go above and beyond for there community. The best in the city and I truly respect that. Thank you for being there for my love one's passed and anyone later in life. God keep on blessing this service 🙏🏾”
— Karen Aquarius
“When my Dad, Thaddus Pratt, passed on September 4, 2023, Brown’s Funeral Home was the one who came to our house to retrieve his body. This was extremely hard for me so I requested to see Dad’s body again before he was embaumed. Brown’s this meant the world to me and I appreciate you going out your way to make this happen. A few days later, my Mom and us siblings had an appointment with Mrs. Sharon to discuss the funeral arrangements. Mrs. Sharon was so professional and patient with us all. For the two weeks between when the arrangements were made and when my Dad’s funeral, my Mom and I made a handful more visits to the funeral home to bring clothing items, pick up death certificate, sign paperwork and ask questions. Each and every time, the staff members treated us with respect, empathy and we’re very professional. Our overall experience with Brown’s Funeral Home was exceptional! Thank you so much, Mrs. Sharon, Mrs. Evette, Jermaine Crawford, Kendrick Moody, Clifford Daniel and Mutt Nelson, for helping to make Dad’s funeral a nice and lovely rememberable occasion! 💙”
— Patricia
“Very Nice Places I Came All The Way From Chicago. To Visit My Uncle Funerals Memorial Service Rest In Peace's To My Uncle Hector Medina You're Definitely Gonna Be Missed You Where Truly A Loving Soul And Truly Loved You're Family's Kids And Grandkids May You Finally Be At Peaces No More Pain Amen🙏”
— ISRAEL C. MEDINA
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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