Merle Hay Funeral Home
Pricing & details updated October 2026
Merle Hay Funeral Home is one of 12 cremation providers we list in Des Moines, IA.
The lowest direct cremation price we list in Des Moines is $1,925.
How Merle Hay Funeral Home’s price compares in Des Moines
Merle Hay Funeral Home lists direct cremation from $2,380. Of the 7 Des Moines providers that publish a direct cremation price, 2 list a lower starting price than Merle Hay Funeral Home and 4 list a higher one.
Lowest in Des Moines
$1,925
Median in Des Moines
$2,740
Highest in Des Moines
$2,890
Based on the published prices of 7 of the 12 Des Moines providers we list. These are listed starting prices, not quotes — ask any provider for a written, itemized price list (your right under the FTC Funeral Rule) before paying.
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Direct Cremation
$2,380
Cremation + Memorial
$6,260
Full Service
$8,485
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Frequently Asked Questions About Merle Hay Funeral Home
How much does direct cremation cost at Merle Hay Funeral Home?
Merle Hay Funeral Home lists direct cremation from $2,380 in Des Moines, Iowa. That is a listed starting price, not a quote. Ask for a written, itemized price list before paying — any funeral provider must give you one on request under the FTC Funeral Rule. Of the 7 Des Moines providers that publish a direct cremation price, 2 list a lower starting price than Merle Hay Funeral Home and 4 list a higher one.
Is Merle Hay Funeral Home cheaper than other cremation providers in Des Moines?
Of the 7 Des Moines providers that publish a direct cremation price, 2 list a lower starting price than Merle Hay Funeral Home and 4 list a higher one. The median published direct cremation price in Des Moines is $2,740. We list 12 cremation providers in Des Moines in total, 7 of which publish a direct cremation price. Listed prices are starting prices, so compare itemized quotes for the same service before deciding.
What cremation packages does Merle Hay Funeral Home list prices for?
Merle Hay Funeral Home publishes starting prices for direct cremation from $2,380, cremation with a memorial service from $6,260 and a full-service funeral with cremation from $8,485. What each package includes varies between providers, so ask for an itemized list of exactly what is and is not covered before comparing those figures with anyone else’s.
How is Merle Hay Funeral Home rated?
Merle Hay Funeral Home is rated 4.2 out of 5 from 28 reviews. That rating and review count come from the provider’s public Google listing, not from Local Cremation Guide. A rating says nothing about price, so compare quotes as well as reviews.
Where is Merle Hay Funeral Home located?
Merle Hay Funeral Home is at 4400 Merle Hay Rd, Des Moines, IA 50310, and we list them under Des Moines, Iowa. Cremation providers often collect from surrounding towns, hospitals and hospices as well, but coverage and any mileage charge vary — ask Merle Hay Funeral Home whether they serve your address and what transportation is included in the price.
How do I get an itemized quote from Merle Hay Funeral Home?
Call Merle Hay Funeral Home at +1 515-278-4633 and ask for their General Price List. Under the FTC Funeral Rule, any funeral provider must give you an itemized price list on request and must quote prices over the phone. Line the same items up across providers — the cremation fee, transportation, the basic container, filing the death certificate and certified copies — so you are comparing like with like.
Is this listing verified by Merle Hay Funeral Home?
No. This listing was compiled from public sources and has not been claimed by Merle Hay Funeral Home, so we cannot confirm the details with the business. Treat the prices and contact details on this page as a starting point and confirm them directly.
Can I get quotes from other Des Moines providers too?
Yes. We list 12 cremation providers in Des Moines, and the free quote form on this page goes to local providers, not only Merle Hay Funeral Home. Comparing at least three itemized quotes for the same service is the simplest way to tell whether a price is fair.
Prices, ratings and contact details on this page come from the listing we hold for Merle Hay Funeral Home and are refreshed periodically — confirm anything you are relying on directly with the provider.