Buchholz Valley of Flowers Mortuary
619 Rue St. Francois St, Florissant, MO, 63031
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.
“Do you offer payment plans?”
Many funeral homes allow you to spread the cost over time. Ask about down payments, terms, and financing options.
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
“I just want to say, the staff, Michelle, Kenny, Tom and Amy went above and beyond their duties to be there for our family. We had to plan a service for the passing of a second child. They took it upon themselves to protect our interest and take care of things that grieving parents should not have to do but sometimes have to. They really stepped up. We feel like we have an extended family and friends for life.”
— Tammy Frangel
“Buchholz is amazing! They did my father’s cremation and the entire staff was a pleasure to work with, they treated us like family and just for that I highly recommend using them. Tom, Michelle, Amy, and Kenny! The support you all showed us meant the world! From our family to yours we love you!”
— Erika Russell
“Buchholz did a wonderful job on my Mother’s arrangements after her passing, at the age of 96. They went out of their way to make everything as easy as possible for me. The visitation and funeral were held at a west county funeral home for my convenience. They set up the room for me to visit easily with others (I use a walker). The flowers I ordered through them were perfect; white roses on the casket and white flowers on each side. They also said they would provide a headstone for my Mother to match my Father’s, and by December. It took 8 months to get my Father’s headstone from someone else. And, my Mother looked perfect. Until COVID, she had always had a manicure with red nail polish. They gave her the red nails again. Her hair was beautiful. They gave her the bangs she always had before the nursing home stylist. Her face was lovely and not “washed out”. Tom Buchholz was very kind. He went out of his way to make sure I had the death certificates as soon as possible. We had a celebration of life for my elderly Mother at both the visitation and the funeral. Wonderful!”
— Barbara Wells
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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