Crain Funeral Home & Cremation Service
31 Memorial Dr, Murphysboro, IL, 62966
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
“Everyone there was very professional and compassionate. I strongly recommend Crains for your loved ones; they will be in good hands.”
— Kenneth Chambers
“We’ve been blessed by the Crain family more than once! They are the consummate professionals in a business where many take advantage of people during the most vulnerable time in their life. During funeral services they’re managing, the Crains know exactly when to take the lead and when to stand in the background. They have tremendous attention to detail and genuinely want to do everything they can to minimize the grief being experienced by those in need of their services. We highly recommend Crain to anyone in need of the services they offer.”
— Peggy Krueger
“When Kirby came to get my father that morning he told us he would take good care of him. That is exactly what he did, they did a wonderful job, from the day of planning he made it easy. My father looked amazing as if he was just sleeping. If your looking for a place when this time comes. This place I highly recommend he will do everything to help and I'm so thankful.”
— Wendy Carter
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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