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38040 Muddy Neck Rd, Ocean View, DE, 19970
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.
Average in Delaware
$2,745 – $8,633
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
Funerals in this area run $2,745–$8,633. 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.
“We used Melson Funeral Services for my Dad’s arrangements and they were excellent. They assisted us through the entire process and provided the needed direction with patience, grace and understanding. We could not be happier with how things went. We did my Dad proud, much to the credit of Melson Funeral Services.”
— Warren Rice
“The entire staff at Melsons were incredibly supportive and patient in helping my sister and family make arrangements after the untimely death of my brother in law last week. Doug and Mary went out of their way to listen and be available to all of us, no concern or question was too small. The entire staff at Melsons was fantastic and we thank you for making Rick's service exactly what my sister wanted.”
— Kathleen Zierold
“The Melson's Funeral home did an outstanding job with our parents service. Both of our parents died within eleven days of each other this past Christmas. Like this wasn't enough heartach, then we had the blizzard and had to postpone the service. I was calling thier man Doug daily, all hours. He even went in one evening to change our parents service day on Melson's web site. Special thanks to Doug! He was so kind and professional throughout the process. I speak for our Family, we highly recommend Melson's. B.Bryson”
— Bruce Bryson
We file the life insurance claim and recover unclaimed property — the payout can help cover costs like these. $0 upfront.
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