Meda
515 W Wood St, Decatur, IL, 62522
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 Illinois
$2,620 – $8,240
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
Funerals in this area run $2,620–$8,240. 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.
“These people are the greatest. I found out at my 20week ultrasound that I miscarried my baby. United funeral home let my boyfriend and I know that they would handle the cremation of our baby. They went above and beyond for us and that is something I truly appreciate. Thank you guys!”
— Alexis Morse
“Very professional and caring! Thank you to the entire staff especially Keisha and Tyriq! I love how genuine they are!”
— Catrina Graves
“My wife and I would like to thank the staff from the United Funeral Home (Angel, Chris, and Charles) for your professionalism and kindness towards my family and now deceased father (Tyrone Chestnut). You made this very unfamiliar experience and process easier to handle. On behalf of the "Beck/Chestnut" family, we want to thank you all from the bottom of our hearts. Sister Keshia Mizel, I am holding back the tears writing this post. Just thinking about how loving and kind you were each time we reached out to you with questions. No matter how simple or indecisive our needs were, you continually assured us, that it was ok and not to hesitate to contact you. We thank God for you and your husband, may God continue to bless your business and ministry.”
— Ericson Beck
We file the life insurance claim and recover unclaimed property — the payout can help cover costs like these. $0 upfront.
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