St. Mary of the Pines Catholic Church
1050 W Bert Kouns Industrial Loop, Shreveport, LA, 71118
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 Louisiana
$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.
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What Families Say
“Spanish Mass is well attended but not crowded. Reverent Mass and humble bilingual priest. Good homilies and ample parking. The buildings are old but well maintained.”
— Noemi Saybe
“Ask for father Mark. Bilingual English and Spanish ceremonies. Beautiful church!”
— David L.
“Saint Mary’s original congregation was made up of amazing people who worked and prayed together to bring into existence this oasis from the distractions of the world and this source of God’s grace. Those who are still amongst you should be held up as examples of what it means to be givers of unconditional love. I know this because they gave it to me.”
— Hugh Biggar
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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