Parker Mortuary
1502 S Joplin Ave, Joplin, MO, 64804
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
“My dad passed away in 2023 after a long illness. He had planned and paid for the arrangements prior to passing with the help and guidance of Jessica Routledge. When he passed, she was the one to bring him in and take care of him. She was literally with us every step of the way. The care and dedication she and others at Parker showed us was second to none. I would highly recommend Parker to those who have lost a loved one!”
— Katie Moore
“Jessica and all the staff did an excellent job taking care of the funeral arrangements for my mom. My mom looked so awesome. I’m very thankful. Jessica is very caring, comforting, helpful, a beautiful soul and an awesome woman.Very glad she was the one helped us. Prayers for all of you as well.”
— Sammy Slate
“I live in California and my mother in law passed away in Joplin Mo. I couldn't make the service so when I was on speaker phone with my family as they were talking to funeral representatives they said they would stream it so we could see it. We'll they didnt. I called them right before service started and they said they were having trouble with it and would get it fixed. They did not. Never even called me back to tell me. My niece who was present said they told her we didnt ask for it to be streamed. Not true! Had my California family gathered at my house to watch together and now we will never have that memory. Very hurt and disappointed.”
— Susan Clifton
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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