Slater-Butala Funeral Home
132 W Main St, Genoa, IL, 60135
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 Illinois
$2,620 – $8,240
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
If they had life insurance, it can cover this
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.
Services Offered
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What Families Say
“Jim and Janice are top of the line. They have always treated my family like their own. They go above and beyond every time. They don't treat any of it like a business, to them it is a personalized service that makes a very hard time so much easier. When my aunt died and there was not enough life insurance Janice worked with me helped me figure it out and removed so much stress for me She can even pull up past family funerals in case you want similar items or plans. Dealt with plenty of funeral homes and Jim and Janice are by far the best.”
— Sandra Lawton
“Jim Slater, Mike and Janice Butala are absolutely wonderful people. They have been so supportive and caring, and went above and beyond to help my family with the loss of my father. They were there every step of the way from processing paperwork to guiding us through the Celebration of Life services. Their superior service and tremendous emotional support was comforting during our difficult time. These are the folks to turn to when faced with the loss of a loved one. Forever grateful for all they have done for our family and being part of our community.”
— Ammie McCoy
“Thank you is not enough to express how grateful my family is to Slater-Butala. With new rules and adjustments being made everyday it seems they still found a way to make a terrible time intimate and beautiful. We could not have asked for more. From their undivided attention and respect to the family you did us an absolute honor. I thank you from the bottom of my heart. You are truly a star in your sense of community.”
— Amy Wilson
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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