Cremation Specialist Of Illinois
440 E Washington St, East Peoria, IL, 61611
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 Illinois
$2,620 – $8,240
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
If they had life insurance, it can cover this
Funerals in this area run $2,620–$8,240. 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.
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What Families Say
“My loved one passed away in the ICU in Peoria, I live over an hour away and didn't know the first thing about what the next steps would be. The hospital provided a booklet of information but My Husband found Cremation Specialists of IL online, thank God he did. Kelli was amazing, right from the first phone call! She was patient, kind, understanding.. and responded to emails, calls and texts quickly. She made me feel that My love one was - Important, in good care, and accounted for. I didn't realize just how important that would be, especially because we live farther away. She walked me through the entire process, was helpful with everything I needed and I could not be more thankful that I chose Cremation Specialists of IL to have care for my loved one at a time I needed it most. They were also VERY affordable compared to other Funeral Homes. I would highly recommend them!”
— Danielle Gray
“Gary and Kelli were wonderful to work with , they were professional courteous, and yet made you feel like family!!! They help guide me through a difficult time. Truly wonderful people. Thank You again . Brenda Frantz”
— Brenda Frantz
“If I could give Gary and Kelli 10 stars I would. My little sister just passed away suddenly and I was so distraught. The entire process after losing someone is a nightmare not to mention your grieving. I had no idea what this all entailed. I was trying to get my sister’s body from coroner as quick as possible because I live in FL and I needed to see her. Gary made that happen. He also did an absolute AMAZING job on her and she literally looked like she was sleeping. We got to spend time with her say goodbye and I no longer had that feeling that she was being mistreated, or alone on a hard table, or just another body like the coroner made me feel. Gary made this whole process feel personal which put me at ease. I want to thank you from the bottom of my heart Gary for being a light in such a confusing dark time for me. I was able to see Melinda and let her know how much I love her face to face as well as my other family members. You were clearly born to do this and I will forever be grateful.”
— Melissa G
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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