Paradise Funeral Chapel
3100 S Washington Ave, Saginaw, MI, 48601
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 Michigan
$2,370 – $7,456
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
If they had life insurance, it can cover this
Funerals in this area run $2,370–$7,456. 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
“I am uncertain who is responsible for training the staff affiliated with this establishment. This marks the second instance where my family and I have worked with Paradise, and we have consistently experienced unprofessionalism from our arrangement conference with Ms. Scott to the service staff, indicating a lack of communication regarding our planned arrangements. Despite numerous complaints and reports submitted to the owner, no changes have been implemented. Furthermore, the funeral director listed on the program is rarely visible. Ms. Scott, who claims to be the manager, lacks the necessary professional credentials to perform her duties. She exhibits a negative demeanor and poor interpersonal skills. By the way stop selling them cheap looking caskets that y'all charge an arm and leg for. I have submitted a formal complaint to the state, hoping the owner will take prompt action to address these issues.”
— George Lindsey
“My cousin passed away and had no insurance. I donated to the funeral home and I later found out that my cousin had not been buried, due to financial circumstances. I opted to pay the full balance. I called one week, several times and I never received a call back. I called today 2/25/25 and Ms. Scott finally returned my call back, after I asked to speak with Ivan. Ms. Scott was very dismissive and rude to me when I asked about the balance. She stated “There is a balance that you can pay for your family member” However she can’t give me the balance amount…but I can send in my money…. That makes no sense… I may pay more than the balance owed. 🤷🏾♀️ I’ll be changing my funeral arrangements to Fischer Family Funeral Services. Paradise is very unprofessional.”
— Queen Yaa Asantewaa
“What kind of funeral home puts up a website to upsell grieving patrons? I advise anyone using this service to double check the prices for flowers online. You will easily see that they are doubling the cost to upsell and profit. Shamefull practices.”
— Chase N
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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