A Simpler Way · Geneseo, Illinois
Geneseo Cremation Services
Geneseo families can choose a simple farewell with clear pricing and arrangements completed from home. Mississippi Valley Cremation & Direct Burial serves Geneseo and Henry County from our Moline office, with affordable cremation, direct burial options and personal guidance.
$1,095
All-inclusive direct cremation. No hidden fees. See the included services and disclosed exceptions below.
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Serving Geneseo, IL from 1811 15th Street Place, Moline, IL 61265.
Plan for roughly 25 miles and 30–40 minutes between central Geneseo and our office. This is an approximate planning estimate; address, route, traffic and roadwork affect travel. It is not a transfer-response guarantee.
Serving Geneseo families from Moline
Our service area covers a 60-mile radius from the Quad Cities, including Geneseo in Henry County. We also assist families in nearby communities such as Atkinson and Colona within that area. Call with the exact place-of-death address so we can confirm coverage and any applicable charges.
Travel from Geneseo to Moline generally uses Interstate 80 and connecting Quad Cities roads. Families near downtown Geneseo or in surrounding rural areas can begin arrangements online without bringing everyone to Moline. When a death occurs, call us so we can coordinate transfer with the facility, hospice or authorized contact. Our office is in Moline; this page describes our service to Geneseo.
How much does cremation cost in Geneseo?
Our standard direct cremation package costs $1,095, including applicable taxes. It does not include embalming, formal viewing or a ceremony. The package includes:
- Funeral director and staff services, transfer into our care within the 60-mile service area, subject to the residence-removal exception below, and refrigeration.
- A cardboard alternative cremation container, crematory fee up to 300 pounds, and a biodegradable/recyclable urn.
- Necessary permits, paperwork and death certificate filing, plus one certified death certificate.
- An obituary tribute on our website, social media sharing and online grief support.
- Scheduled pickup at our Moline office and transfer of ashes into merchandise purchased from Mississippi Valley Cremation & Direct Burial.
- Online arrangements and electronic completion of required authorizations and the contract.
No hidden fees: we explain applicable additional charges before you authorize them. Residence removal beyond 30 miles from the Quad Cities adds $175; the exact address matters. USPS shipment within the United States costs $200. Additional crematory charges are $150 over 300 pounds and $300 over 500 pounds; ask about any oversize container requirement.
The published price list states a 3% credit/debit card processing fee. Optional merchandise, extra certificates, appointments, expedited services and special handling may cost extra. Review our General Price List and itemized statement. Payment is due before services are rendered. Prices are effective April 1, 2026 and subject to change.
Online arrangements with personal support
Use the online arranger linked from our home page to provide family information, select services and make payment. We send required authorizations and the contract for electronic signature. A phone, tablet or computer can be used. Call if you need help understanding a form or identifying who may authorize cremation. Relatives living outside Henry County can participate without traveling together.
Why Geneseo families choose cremation or direct burial
Direct cremation offers a simpler initial arrangement and flexibility to plan a memorial later. A family may gather in Geneseo after relatives have time to travel, choose urn burial, or keep the remembrance private. A church gathering or cemetery service is separate from direct cremation.
Direct burial may fit religious preferences, an existing family cemetery lot or a wish for permanent casket burial. Our Burial with Graveside Service package is $2,495, including a Spectra casket and taxes. It includes standard care, paperwork, one certified death certificate, a scheduled weekday graveside service and cemetery transportation within 30 miles of the Quad Cities. Cemetery lots, vaults, vault delivery/setup and cemetery charges are additional. Ask for a complete quote for the chosen cemetery.
Geneseo cemeteries and local churches
The City of Geneseo operates North Cemetery and Oakwood Cemetery. Contact its cemetery department about lot availability, interment rights, urn burial, markers, scheduling and current charges. Existing family lots can help guide decisions, but requirements should be confirmed directly with the cemetery.
Geneseo cemetery information and First Lutheran Church in Geneseo are local resources. First Lutheran is at 114 East Main Street. Families may contact their own congregation about clergy, building use and memorial scheduling. These organizations are independent resources, not affiliated providers. We welcome every faith and secular remembrances. Cemetery and church charges are separate.
Veterans benefits for Geneseo families
We serve veterans and can help identify needed documents. Our Veterans Cremation Package is $1,095 and includes an American flag. Have discharge documentation, such as a DD214, available if possible, and ask about Rock Island National Cemetery. The VA determines eligibility and any reimbursement; funeral-provider charges remain separate. We explain scheduling and applicable service charges before you choose a plan.
Compare the complete cost
When comparing affordable cremation or direct burial in Geneseo, request the same services in each written quote. Check transportation, refrigeration, crematory fees, the container, urn, permits, taxes and a certified death certificate. Compare residence, weight, mailing and payment charges. For burial, include cemetery and vault costs. An itemized total gives a clearer comparison than a starting price alone.
Published package prices
Service
Package price
Budget separately
Direct cremation
$1,095
Disclosed exceptions and optional selections
Burial with graveside service
$2,495
Cemetery, vault and applicable transportation charges
Geneseo cremation FAQs
How much does cremation cost in Geneseo?
Our standard direct cremation package is $1,095, including the listed services and applicable taxes. Optional selections and disclosed charges for certain residence removals, weight, shipping or payment methods may increase the total. We explain those charges before you authorize services.
How long does cremation take?
Allow approximately 7–10 business days overall. Required certification, permits and authorizations must be completed first; delays can extend the timeline. We contact you when the cremated remains are ready.
Can arrangements be completed online?
Yes. You can provide information, select services, make payment and complete electronic signatures online. Call 309-798-9798 for assistance.
Is transportation from Geneseo included?
Transfer into our care within the 60-mile service area is included, subject to the published exceptions. A residence removal beyond 30 miles from the Quad Cities adds $175. We check the exact address; cemetery transportation and mailing have separate terms.
Do you serve veterans in Geneseo?
Yes. Our veterans cremation package is $1,095 and includes an American flag. We help explain documentation and benefit options. Eligibility is determined by the VA.
Can we hold a memorial in Geneseo?
Yes. Families may arrange a later gathering at a local church, venue or other suitable location. A ceremony, venue and clergy are separate from the direct cremation package.
Can I preplan without paying now?
Yes. You can record your wishes before deciding whether to prefund. We can help document your preferred service and final resting place.
Where do we pick up the ashes?
Pickup is by appointment at 1811 15th Street Place, Moline, IL 61265. USPS shipment within the United States is available for an additional $200.
Geneseo and our Moline office
Directions from Geneseo to our Moline office. Schedule pickup before traveling.
Plan ahead or get help today
Choose Mississippi Valley Cremation & Direct Burial for transparent package pricing, online convenience and guidance from a local team. Call 309-798-9798 for help or record your wishes through preplanning.
