Thompson & Son Funeral Home
415 S Poplar St, Florence, AL, 35630
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 Alabama
$2,121 – $6,671
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
If they had life insurance, it can cover this
Funerals in this area run $2,121–$6,671. 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
“Thompson and Son has always shown nothing it love and compassion. When my dad transitioned. They made everything so easy in preparing for his home going service. They are very professional. What in love most is thy care about families whom are hurting and they do all they can to make it easier .”
— Fonda ETHERLY
“We are approaching the anniversary of the loss of our dearly loved and missed, husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend. We would like to extend a public thank you to Thompson & Son! Thank you for the amazing job that you did and the care that you took with our dear loved one and our family! The professionalism from the moment they set foot in our home that sad day, the dignity, care and dressing and grooming of our dear one was outstanding! Sabrina was so very patient and kind through the entire process! She was very professional, yet she listened and dealt with our family patiently and with great compassionate care. She was never pushy during any of the decision making process. She went above and beyond with the arrangements for the service. The time and meticulous details she took with the video, down to adding Bennie's love of golf as a personal touch meant so much to us all! To Sabrina and the rest of the great crew there at Thompson & Son, again, thank you for all that you did for our family during this most difficult time last year! (2 Thessalonians 3:16) We would absolutely recommend them and their services for you and your family? The Family of Bennie "Shirttail" Noel”
— MiMi Davis
“Look elsewhere for the service of your loved one. MY father had glue running down the side of his mouth, was swollen, and feet was wrapped in plastic because he was starting to smell. As if that wasn't enough, when lowering him into his grave, he was put in sideways and had to be readjusted. The services provided by this funeral home was deplorable. If it wasn't for him being put to rest in his hometown next to my grandparents, we would have had his body buried elsewhere. This place is disgusting in the way the treated our fathers remains. I guess the shining reviews are from people who the employees know. Anyhow we never have to go back but beware!!!!! Myvfather was a veterans and would be absolutely appaled at how his burial was conducted.”
— Shane D
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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