When a loved one passes away, the last thing any family wants is to navigate a maze of hidden fees, surprise charges, and confusing package breakdowns. Yet for decades, the funeral industry has been notorious for exactly that—quoting a "starting price" that balloons into something unrecognizable by the time the final bill arrives.
At Mississippi Valley Cremation & Direct Burial, we believe there is A Simpler Way. If you are searching for the total cost for a direct cremation in Moline including all taxes and permits, the honest answer is $1,095. That is not a starting price. That is not a teaser rate. That is the complete, all-inclusive total for our direct cremation package—effective April 1, 2026.
When we say all-inclusive, we mean it. Our $1,095 direct cremation package in Moline, Illinois covers every essential service from the moment your loved one is taken into our care through the return of their cremated remains. Here is exactly what is included:
There are no add-on fees for permits. No surprise tax line items. No administrative charges buried in the fine print.
Transparency means telling you the whole story—not just the parts that sound good. While the vast majority of families we serve in Moline and the surrounding Quad Cities pay exactly $1,095, there are a few circumstances where additional fees may apply:
That is it. Those are the only scenarios where the total would differ from $1,095.
The national average cost of a traditional funeral with burial now exceeds $7,000—and that is before cemetery costs, headstones, or flowers. Even traditional cremation services at conventional funeral homes in the Quad Cities often start around $3,000 to $5,000 once all fees, facility charges, and urn costs are factored in.
Our $1,095 direct cremation package was designed specifically for families who want a dignified, respectful farewell without the financial burden of services they do not need or want. Direct cremation means there is no embalming, no formal viewing, and no ceremony included in the package—just simple, compassionate care for your loved one.
After years in the funeral industry, we saw how families were being taken advantage of during their most vulnerable moments. Hidden crematory fees, separate transportation charges, and vague "administrative costs" were standard practice. We built Mississippi Valley Cremation & Direct Burial to be different.
Our General Price List is publicly available. Our website displays every package clearly. When you call us at (309) 798-9798, we will quote you the same numbers you see here. No pressure. No upselling. No hidden fees.
If you are planning ahead or facing an immediate need, you can start arrangements right now through our secure Online Arranger at mvcremation.com. It is available 24 hours a day, and every cost is displayed upfront before you make any decisions.
For questions about direct cremation costs in Moline, Rock Island, Davenport, Bettendorf, or anywhere within our 60-mile service area, call us anytime—day or night—at (309) 798-9798. For general questions about pre-need arrangements, we are available Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM.
A Simpler Way is not just our tagline. It is our promise to you.