Thompson Funeral & Cremation Services, Inc
1917 Asbury Ave, Evanston, IL, 60201
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.
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What Families Say
“Tyra and her colleagues are very professional and caring people. I highly recommend them when in need of funeral services for a loved one.”
— Mark Harris
“Very professional and kind people. We had lots of questions when my brother passed away, and all the staff gave us lots of information that helped us make decisions. My family and I had a very good experience throughout the whole process (before, during viewing at the funeral home, funeral at the church, and at the gravesite). Thank you again. Hopefully we will not need your business again soon, but if/when we do, we will come back!”
— Deanna Howlett
“A close relative of mine died recently and I had to make funeral arrangements for them. After checking several Funeral Homes in the Evanston /Skokie area I decided upon The House of Thompson. Mr Gillette the Funeral Director, has a stellar reputation. I found his prices to be reasonable, his manners to be impeccable and his work to be outstanding. I really appreciate the care he took when preparing my loved one and his overall mastery of the Funeral process. I highly recommend him to anyone that needs a professional and caring Funeral Director for their loved one.”
— Mzz G
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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