Simple Traditions
3131 Division Ave S, Grand Rapids, MI, 49548
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 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
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What Families Say
“Affordable, kind, honored our wishes by letting our significant other listen to their mp3 player during cremation. They were BEYOND helpful with taking care of our loved one. They were able to help locate and transfer our father. Even helped with speaking with the funeral home and negotiating. I strongly recommend them and their services for anyone looking for affordable cremation.”
— Jennifer Smith
“Could'nt have asked for more, Simple Traditions is where I would definitely go to when I need Funeral arrangements again. The team there was fantastic and made one of the hardest time's in my life much easier. Thank you to them for all they did. Affordable and definitely worth the price. Special tx to Andrea”
— Duane Haner
“We worked with simple traditions when my mother passed. Carey Gordon has been such a blessing,so helpful and made such a tough process go very smoothly. I would recommend them to all”
— Nathan
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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