Lax Mortuary
187 S Greenwood Ave, Kankakee, IL, 60901
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 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.
What Families Say
“Unfortunately, I've had to arrange several final services/viewing of my relatives over the years but never, NEVER have I been as impressed and pleased with the services received than when I made the arrangements for my father - including flying his remains from out of state and all the details needed. I found every single person that I encountered from Lax to be not only empathetic and calming, but more importantly, trustworthy, professional, highly capable. Their services culminated in an affordable, fitting and dignified tribute to my dad and I cannot encourage anyone needing services in the K3 area to reach out to them. They will NOT disappoint. I've seen the presentation of the deceased from other providers that left something to be desired - skin texture, color, etc. Lax is spot-on and takes care of the family's needs as I would imagine they would do for their own. Too bad I can only rate them with 5 stars”
— Shelia Gulledge
“I had several family that passed away and Mr. Lax and family done a wonderful job on each one. Thank you Lax Mortuary for all you do. God bless.”
— Joyce Bynum
“Lax has been great to people since he came to kankakee”
— Arnold Tia'feia
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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