Funeral Costs, and Funeral Expenses seem to be always on the rise.  Members of the Association of Family Funeral Service Providers provide low cost affordable funerals and cremations.  
Remember, Funeral Homes must always give you their General Price List before discussing funeral arrangements. 
Funerals do not have to be overly expensive.  R. Brian Birkhardt, Your Funeral Guy, gives many helpful tips for those looking to control Funeral Costs.