Drum Funeral Home-Hickory
940 29th Ave NE, Hickory, NC, 28601
Questions to Ask When You Call
You're not expected to know this. These questions help you compare and avoid surprises.
“Can I see your General Price List?”
Federal law (FTC Funeral Rule) requires them to give you itemized pricing. You have every right to ask.
“Do you accept insurance assignment?”
This means they bill the insurance company directly. You don't pay thousands upfront and wait to be reimbursed.
“What's included vs. what's extra?”
Packages may not include everything. Ask about the casket, embalming, transportation, facility fees, and death certificate copies.
Know Your Rights
The FTC Funeral Rule protects you. Every funeral home must provide an itemized General Price List if you ask — in person or over the phone. You are never required to buy a package and can choose services individually. You also have the right to use a casket purchased elsewhere.
Payment & Financial Options
Average in North Carolina
$2,246 – $7,063
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
If they had life insurance, it can cover this
Funerals in this area run $2,246–$7,063. If your loved one had a life insurance policy, the benefit can cover these costs — and we'll file the claim and handle the carrier for you, even without the policy number. $0 upfront, and nothing if it doesn't pay out.
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What Families Say
“My husband of 36 years died last month. The representative was compassionate and there was no pressure to spend more money. Everything was perfectly handled and coordinated. Drum Funeral Home made the unbearable possible. Wonderful, compassionate care.”
— Bobbie Bayes
“Karen and Ramsey and the entire staff from Drum Funeral Home did an awesome job in helping us celebrate the life of my brother-in-law. Karen contacted the military and they performed a very moving ceremony. We couldn't have asked for a more compassionate and caring team to assist us in our time of loss and sorrow. Thank you Karen, Ramsey and Loretta for having such big hearts full of love.”
— Renee Monahan
“All the folks at Drum Funeral Home in Hickory were helpful and genuinely compassionate when we used their services after my mother passed away. They guided me through each step of the process and made gentle suggesting when we were indecisive, but never pushed for more than what we wanted.”
— Karen Whitley
We can help with what comes next.
We file the life insurance claim and recover unclaimed property — the payout can help cover costs like these. $0 upfront.
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