Kessler & Maguire Funeral Home
640 7th St W, St Paul, MN, 55102
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 Minnesota
$2,495 – $7,848
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
If they had life insurance, it can cover this
Funerals in this area run $2,495–$7,848. 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.
Services Offered
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What Families Say
“This funeral home will grow over the next year simply because of their ability to be flexible with families going through crisis. Thanks to Samuel White our funeral director who was straight forward with us and flexible enough to allow us to grieve and plan through my sister's memorial. From receiving her body to sealing the casket at the grave site, they were professional and accommodating. Thank you again and many blessings to your staff!! D. Thompson”
— Dwayne Thompson
“From the moment we walked through the door, Maria Gonko, put us at ease. She was kind, compassionate and knowledgeable. She took care of everything. All of our requests, emails, text, phone calls were answered in a timely manner. She went the extra mile and we can't thank her enough. She is amazing!”
— Lisa Schwab
“Sam White was my funeral director. He did a fantastic job. I was very impressed by his responsiveness and kind, compassionate manner in which he handled everything. Kessler & Maguire made a very sad situation so much easier for me to get through. I highly recommend them!”
— Katherine R.
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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