James O'Donnell Funeral Home
302 S 5th St, Hannibal, MO, 63401
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 Missouri
$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.
Services Offered
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What Families Say
“Our experience with James O’Donnell Funeral home was exceptional during such a difficult time. The staff was incredibly professional, guiding us with compassion and respect every step of the way. They honored our loved one with such dignity and care, making sure every detail was perfect. The personal touches they added truly made the service feel warm and meaningful. We felt welcomed and supported throughout the entire process, and we couldn’t have asked for a more thoughtful and authentic experience.”
— Elizabeth Rhymer
“Every memorial service my family has ever attended at James O'Donnell Funeral Home has always been so beautiful and professional. Their team always works hard to create a safe and comfortable place for families to grieve. They have always done their absolute best to help families celebrate the lives of their loved ones in a special way, and they make each service very unique and personal. Our family recently worked with James O'Donnell personally for the first time when my husband's father passed away. They had many options to choose from when it came to services and costs, but they made it very easy for us to make those choices. We didn't feel overwhelmed at all while meeting with them (we met with Don), and our family had a lot of peace amd confidence about every decision we made together. We chose a very affordable option because thats what our loved one would have wanted, but no one would have ever noticed that it costed less because James O'Donnell Funeral Home made everything look so beautiful. It really did feel like a celebration of life, and we loved everything about his memorial service. They did their absolute best to honor our loved one and to care for our grieving family, and we couldnt be more thankful. This is exactly what we have always noticed when attending services there. They always go above and beyond to love families and the community well. The team at James O'Donnell Funeral home is definitely the best around. It is a true gift to have them serving our community. They have definitely blessed our family over the years. We will always be thankful for how they served us in this time, especially. Thank you, Don. Thank you, Jimmy. And thank you to the entire team serving at James O'Donnell Funeral Home. We love you all. ❤️”
— Danielle Tischer
“Our family has always been with O'Donnell and we always have had a very special relationship with the staff as long as I can remember and I'm 64 now. And the seviçies that I have been to outside of my family's have been remarkable also. You just can't ask for any better responsible staff. GREAT JOB”
— Lesa Lacy
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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