Schaeffer Mortuary
Caldwell, KS · cheap funeral home
Schaeffer Mortuary in Caldwell, KS lists its prices openly, so families can compare before they commit. Their most affordable choice, direct cremation, is priced from $3,590. Core offerings include cremation without services and cremation with services. Cost transparency lets families plan without second-guessing the bill.
Direct cremation · starting price
What's included
- Transport from place of death
- Cremation process and authorization paperwork
- Basic alternative container
- Filing of death certificate
- Return of cremated remains to family
What's NOT included
- Public viewing or visitation
- Casket upgrade or rental
- Embalming and cosmetic preparation
- Cemetery plot or interment fees
- Memorial merchandise (urn upgrade, keepsakes)
Published prices at this home
| Direct cremation | $3,590 |
| Memorial service | $6,160 |
Sourced from Schaeffer Mortuary's General Price List (FTC Funeral Rule, 16 CFR Part 453). Final cost varies based on selected merchandise and location-specific fees.
Cheaper nearby
3 budget homes within 50 miles undercut this price.
Common questions
What are the lowest funeral prices at Schaeffer Mortuary?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $3,590, basic burial starts at $4,795. Direct cremation is usually the most budget-friendly choice; the final bill depends on the merchandise and services you pick.
Where is Schaeffer Mortuary, and how do I get a price quote?
Schaeffer Mortuary is at 6 North Main Street in Caldwell, KS. You can reach the home at (620) 845-6424. Ask for the general price list to compare its costs.
What budget-friendly services does Schaeffer Mortuary offer?
Schaeffer Mortuary provides traditional funeral or graveside service, cremation without services, cremation with services, cemetery markers, monuments. Ask which options carry the lowest published price.
What religious services does Schaeffer Mortuary provide?
Staff coordinate services for Assembly of God, Central Christian Church, United Methodist Church, First Baptist Church, First Presbyterian Church families, among others.
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