Serenity Funeral Home
1101 Bannister Rd, Kansas City, MO, 64131
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 Missouri
$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
“Serenity is thee best! Ryan I cannot express how he made sure that everything was handled for us, the family didn’t have to worry about nothing! And not to mention how he sang (and yes, I lean sang) at my father’s funeral. I highly recommend Serenity. Your loved one will definitely be in caring hands. Thank you so much Ryan and all of the Serenity family ❤️”
— Stephlynn Mitchell
“It's no wonder Serenity Funeral Home is highly regarded in our community. Their top-notch service from start to finish made a difficult time more bearable. The funeral service was lovely, and my mother looked beautiful. Mike Adkins expertise is unmatched. We are always satisfied when we use Serenity. Thanks, Mike and Ryan for your kindness towards our family.”
— Rock
“My son’s life was violently taken at the age of 27. As you can imagine, this was an incredibly difficult time for our family. When I contacted Serenity Funeral Home, I was connected with Funeral Director Ryan Strickland Sr., and from the beginning, I felt at ease. What I appreciated most about Ryan was his calm confidence. He was compassionate without being overbearing, easy to talk to, and—most importantly—he truly listened. My husband and I knew exactly what we wanted, and Ryan took the time to understand our wishes and worked hard to find an affordable way to honor our son while taking care of every detail. We never felt pressured or given a “salesman” experience. Instead, Mr. Strickland thoughtfully put everything together, including a beautiful and classy obituary. The service itself was absolutely beautiful, and our son looked peaceful, as if he were resting. While there is nothing pleasant about planning a funeral, Ryan and everyone we encountered at Serenity Funeral Home made us feel welcomed, supported, and cared for every step of the way. They truly took care of our every need. After this experience, I know I will return to Serenity Funeral Home—just hopefully not anytime soon!”
— Deloris Wells
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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