Celebrate Life Iowa Cremation Services
1200 Valley W Dr Ste 206-24, West Des Moines, IA, 50266
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 Iowa
$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
“Celebration of Life helped me through every step of taking care of all of my needs dealing with my Wife's passing. They were caring and understanding during the hardest thing I have ever experienced. The rates were very reasonable which added less stress to an already stressful process. It's nice knowing that they are there if another painful situation arises.”
— Mark Terrell
“The only people that were willing to work with us. They were very friendly and kind I highly recommend them. So very kind and gentle hearts if you have a loved one in Iowa that is passed away contact them .They did an amazing job with everything. My mom passed away Friday and buy the next day she was cremated. Thank you so much for your compassion you did an amazing job with our families closer of my mom passing.”
— Tina Townsend
“I spoke with Tim regarding picking up my mother's ashes. He argued with me after I explained we did not owe a balance. I spoke with Ryan previously regarding this issue and he told me it was resolved. Tim lacked empathy and basic customer service skills. The lack in communication between their team should not fall upon their customers.”
— Kristine
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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