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5660 Ridge Rd, Parma, OH, 44129
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.
“Do you offer payment plans?”
Many funeral homes allow you to spread the cost over time. Ask about down payments, terms, and financing options.
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.
Average in Ohio
$2,246 – $7,063
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
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.
“My Dad passed in 2002 and just recently My Mom passed away in May and my brother in December We will only go to Mallchok funeral home. I am exceptionally grateful for their help and services They are professional and the entire process went very smoothly. As difficult as these funerals have been it is so assuring to have them by our sides throughout the process. I personally highly recommend as they have been around decades and truly are top notch in this field.”
— Myra Evans
“Have had many family funerals over the last over 30 years including my parents 16 yrs & 2 yrs ago . They always make everything easy & comfortable, very caring & understanding especially during a difficult time ... have many, many friends & family who have utilized this caring family business. Pricing is comfortable & very upfront & customizable ... Thank you Mallchok family !”
— JoAnn Hardony
“Had several positive experiences with them until the most recent time my family tried to use them for a funeral, which will be the last. They're very nice to you until you don't pay for a casket from them - we got a different one from a nearby casket store that was cheaper and looked less gaudy, and that seemed to turn Susan Mallchok Karla's mood quite sour. After sharing that we chose to buy a casket from a company other than Mallchok (which is your legal right as a customer), her tone during the planning process became much less cooperative – not something you want to deal with when planning a family member's funeral. Despite what we'd already planned, she was suddenly unwilling to let us use their basement for a luncheon (even if we paid, because the previous offer was to use it without additional cost) because it became "suddenly unavailable", in her words. At that point, we left and instead chose a smaller, nearby funeral home whose facility and staff seemed more genuine and sincere.”
— Brian
We file the life insurance claim and recover unclaimed property — the payout can help cover costs like these. $0 upfront.
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