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14751 W McNichols Rd, Detroit, MI, 48235
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.
Average in Michigan
$2,370 – $7,456
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
Funerals in this area run $2,370–$7,456. 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.
“Swanson Funeral Home Family & Staff have served my family for many years and always giving quality service. I highly recommend them to anyone in need and pre-need at the most difficult time to Lighting the burden on our family. Thank B.Schultz”
— R Schultz
“This business has the worst customer service I have ever experienced. These people know that they are dealing with customers wresting with grief and going through some of the hardest times, yet they talk to their customers like they are annoying them . I had to meet with them before the viewing of my family member to sign paperwork, and any question I asked must of been the dumbest question they ever heard of and gave unnecessary attitude in their answers. When we come back to the viewing, the body looked horrible! He was darker, looked swollen, and looked like he took a bath filled with vaseline. When we asked if we could take some of the moisturizer off, the worker said “what, you want him to look ashy?”— just extremely defensive and tactless in the situation. Please please please do not take your loved one here!! They will not treat you or the deceased with the respect your family deserves.”
— Daija Boyd
“Everything was phenomenal. Mr. Ayler was fantastic. He was professional, courteous, kind, empathetic and sympathetic. He truly made the transition of my father bearable. Everything was not only completed expeditiously but also exquisitely!! My father was beautiful, looked peaceful, tranquil and breathtaking. I am beyond pleased and would definitively recommend with highest regards Swanson Funeral Home for home going and Celebration of Life!!!! We are blessed, thankful and appreciative of all services provided!!!! Best Regards Lisa H.”
— L. H.
We file the life insurance claim and recover unclaimed property — the payout can help cover costs like these. $0 upfront.
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