Appleyard's Home For Funerals - Traditional Funerals and Cremation Services
19 W Messenger St, Rice Lake, WI, 54868
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.
“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.
Payment & Financial Options
Average in Wisconsin
$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
“Jon helped every step of the way, from booking the church to writing the obit. When asked for advice, he gave options and guided us but got us to decide for ourselves. He took really good care of our loved one, put up with my special requests, let us spend time with the body before being sent out to cremation. Jon even made sure the body was presentable despite us not wanting embalming or anything like that. He treated our loved one like his own. To this day, when we see Jon, he asks about our family, some by name, some by attitude 😁. Jon took what was the hardest thing we've ever done in our lives and made sure we got through it. That's not to say others didn't play a part in getting us through that awful week. But those are for different reviews.”
— Dani B
“Jon helped our family when my son passed away suddenly at 37. He was tremendous with every detail and attentive to our needs and words can never fully describe how wonderful he was in helping us navigate our sudden loss. He will be forever a friend to our family and we are so thankful for him. GOD BLESS YOU JON!!!❤️✝️🙏”
— Lori Masters
“There are not enough stars to give to John for his amazing care and service. My family has known him for many years, and now that our mom has passed, John has again shown his amazing heart for people with outstanding attention to details, and personal affection. Thank you so much for all you do.”
— Arthur Alvarez
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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