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"a SIMPLER way"

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A Loved One Has Died

A Loved One is Dying

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Planning Ahead

WELCOME TO

MISSISSIPPI VALLEY CREMATION & DIRECT BURIAL

Two funeral directors with deep roots in the Quad Cities area saw the need for a change in how we help the families we have been determined to serve. We have over 65 years of combined experience serving the Quad Cities and surrounding areas. Over the years we have seen a growing need for a more transparent, cost-effective direct cremation and direct burial options when faced with the loss of a loved one. Our answer is Mississippi Valley Cremation and Direct Burial, an innovative and affordable option without sacrificing compassion and professionalism. A simple and dignified way. With necessary paperwork available through our secure online arranger, no appointment or arrangement time at a funeral home is necessary. We will assist you with the same level of respect and care regardless of individual preferences, religion, culture or budget. A SIMPLER WAY.

WELCOME TO

Two funeral directors with deep roots in the Quad Cities area saw the need for a change in how we help the families we have been determined to serve. We have over 65 years of combined experience serving the Quad Cities and surrounding areas. Over the years we have seen a growing need for a more transparent, cost-effective direct cremation and direct burial options when faced with the loss of a loved one. Our answer is Mississippi Valley Cremation and Direct Burial, an innovative and affordable option without sacrificing compassion and professionalism. A simple and dignified way. With necessary paperwork available through our secure online arranger, no appointment or arrangement time at a funeral home is necessary. We will assist you with the same level of respect and care regardless of individual preferences, religion, culture or budget. A SIMPLER WAY.

MISSISSIPPI VALLEY CREMATION & DIRECT BURIAL

Remembering the Life of

Our Packages

At Mississippi Valley our aim is to make it as easy as possible for you to make meaningful and affordable end-of-life arrangements.

DIRECT CREMATION

$1095 or $25/mo*

*Includes Taxes

  • What's Included

    Direct cremation is the cremation of your loved one, without embalming, formal viewing, or ceremony. Mississippi Valley Cremation’s direct cremation package does not include any burial services, use of the facilities and staff for funeral ceremonies or memorial services, or embalming. 


    Our Charges Include:


    • Services of a Mississippi Valley Cremation & Direct Burial Funeral Director and Staff
    • Bringing your loved one into our care and transportation to our facilities (within 60-mile radius of Quad Cities, IL
    • Refrigeration of your loved one
    • An alternative cremation container (cardboard container)
    • Crematory fee (up to 350 lbs.) included - over 350 lbs an additional fee applies
    • Biodegradable/recyclable urn
    • All necessary permits
    • Obituary tribute and social media sharing from our website
    • Cremated remains may be picked up at our office, 1811 15th Street Pl., Moline, IL (Wendt Funeral Home) pr they can be shipped via certified mail by USPS within the US (additional charge).”
    • Any applicable taxes
    • Online Grief Support
    • Transfer of cremains (ashes) to merchandise (urns, jewelry, keepsakes, etc.) that is purchased from Mississippi Valley Cremation & Direct Burial.

DIRECT BURIAL

$1995 or $42/mo*

*Includes Taxes/Does not include cemetery charges

  • What's Included

    Direct burial is a burial option in which the body is buried in the days immediately after death, without embalming, formal viewing, or ceremony. Direct burial is the

    most affordable burial option available. Mississippi Valley Cremation & Direct Burial package does not include any cemetery charges, use of facilities, or staff for funeral ceremonies, memorial services, or embalming.   


    Our Charges Include:


    • Basic services of funeral director & staff, care of the deceased, transfer from a local hospital, nursing home, or residence, preparation of loved one, use of our care facility.
    • All arrangements must be completed online through our secure online arranger.
    • Transportation (mini-van hearse) of your loved one to the cemetery within 30 mile radius of Quad Cities
    • Filing of necessary authorizations, permits and death certificates.
    • Obituary tribute and social media sharing from our website.
    • One certified copy of death certificate.
    • Spectra casket (available in 4 colors).
    • Online Grief support
    • Transfer of cremains (ashes) to merchandise (urns, jewelry, keepsakes, etc.) that is purchased from Mississippi Valley Cremation & Direct Burial.

    ** The package cost does NOT include cemetery lot, vault OR delivery/setup of vault and/or cemetery charges


    Prior to drafting any contract for goods or services, the responsible party or Next of Kin, handling the funeral arrangements is entitled to receive a copy of any pre-need agreement in the possession of the funeral establishment that has been signed and paid for in whole or in part, by or on behalf of the decedent.


*Estimated Monthly Payments – Illustration Purposes Only. Mississippi Valley Cremation and Direct Burial does not participate in any aspect of the lending process.


 Approval, interest rates, monthly payments determined by participating lenders. Monthly Payments Calculated for 'average' credit score of

 680-699 @ 10.09% APR for 60 months. *

Send Flowers

Honoring your loved one can be easy for family and friends by sending flowers through local florists.


Services


Every life is unique, and every service should be as well. We invite you to learn more about our services.

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Plan Ahead


Take proactive steps now to make decisions that prioritize the peace of mind and well-being of you and your family.

Send Flowers

Honoring your loved one can be easy for family and friends by sending flowers through local florists.


Every life is unique, and every service should be as well. We invite you to learn more about our services.

Services


Plan Ahead

Take proactive steps now to make decisions that prioritize the peace of mind and well-being of you and your family.


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