L Hodges Funeral Service
721 Damascus Rd, Oxford, MS, 38655
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.
“Do you offer payment plans?”
Many funeral homes allow you to spread the cost over time. Ask about down payments, terms, and financing options.
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 Mississippi
$1,996 – $6,278
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
If they had life insurance, it can cover this
Funerals in this area run $1,996–$6,278. 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.
Services Offered
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What Families Say
“This funeral services was not to my expectations. I felt like since I wasn’t raised or known in Oxford Mississippi that the staff felt like my opinion didn’t matter little did they know I was the one who stood by my mother’s side through it all. I thought funeral directors are supposed to comfort the entire family not just the ones they familiar with. I’m leaving this review for maybe next time you’ll know how to treat a family as a whole even if they’re not agreeable.”
— vicci Gearon
“My brother and I recently loss our youngest brother. We were referred to L. Hodges due to their great reputation and economical price for direct cremations. Ms. Chastity at L. Hodges took excellent care of everything and kept us well informed along the way. Her compassionate and responsive nature made us feel extremely comfortable with the process. She went out of her way to accommodate our needs and communicated everything in detail. We highly recommend them!!!”
— Tony C
“Our Momma &Daddy died in a house fire on Feb 19,2024 . They didn’t have any insurance and we had no idea about these kinds of things . They were married for almost 51 years ❤️Ms Hodges & Mr. Fondren helped us with everything . They were so kind and loving . They helped us do everything we needed to do with love and compassion ! ❤️y’all will forever be in our heart and prayers for helping my brother , my sister , and I through our darkest time !”
— Joanie Perez
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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