Ballard-Sunder Funeral & Cremation
833 Marschall Rd, Shakopee, MN, 55379
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
Business Hours
What Families Say
“Out experience with Brian and the entire stall was excellent. They helped us through the planning, notifying the authorities etc. They were very respectful of our wishes, and did everything possible to accommodate them. Thanking them for making this time of deep mourning as easy as possible. Thank you!”
— Joseph Stallone
“Our family had such a comforting experience with Ballard in Shakopee. Jay was so helpful, kind and patient with our large (and sometimes not easy to organize) family. She is very wise beyond her years and had the perfect response to every concern we brought before her. They were wonderful.”
— Shelly Nelson
“Lindsey and Charlie were absolutely amazing for our family at a time of very unexpected loss. They approached the situation with the utmost of respect and grace even guiding us through some very tough decisions. Their approach is one I would highly recommend for any situation. Our experience with them was nothing short of amazing.”
— Emily Matuza
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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