Meda
906 Desoto Ave, Clarksdale, MS, 38614
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.
Average in Mississippi
$1,996 – $6,278
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
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.
“The family of Anthony "Toney" Davis would like to thank Mayor Chuck Espy & Century Funeral Home in Clarksdale, MS for their awesome services, care & concern, availability and professionalism. Our experience with Century was more than a transaction, it was a relationship. Chuck, Lynn, Mack, Michael, and Lisa all were hands own with us down to the use of their Chapel for our funeral service. Ensuring we got the casket color we wanted as well as customer service that was genuine. Overall it was a great home-going celebration for my family member that I will always remember and cherish. Century Funeral Home did an amazing job. When your love ones transition home.. reach out to Century Funeral Home. They care!”
— Develon Davis
“I Love The Espy's,they have been friends of The Boyd family for more years than I can remember,Mr.H.Espy was a great Mayor and always helped families in the local area,he and Mrs.Espy,were great mentors and always were a big encouragement to my family and many others.Chuck is a piece of gold/silver/bronze,he makes new friends, keeps the old ,1 is silver and the other is gold, but the bronze is all the lives he yet has to touch,and there's no better way than,giving to your community, This family has cared,shared and prepared for people in Clarksdale and the surrounding areas. Love for The Espy Family”
— Barbra Boyd
“"Chucky", Mayor.Espy...only was concerned for the care of my Sister. Even though I remembered him as a student and as a kind young man (we went to high school together- 1 year ahead of me), he was a professional and wanted to make sure I and my Family were taken care of..what an awesome experience! Helped me whenI was in need and so respectful! Thank you, my friend l, for your generosity and your staff for your assistance! Aggie Forever!! Your wife was was a beautiful extension of your and your kindness!!”
— Andre Gathings
We file the life insurance claim and recover unclaimed property — the payout can help cover costs like these. $0 upfront.
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