Vankirk-Grisell Funeral Home
607 Master St, Corbin, KY, 40701
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 Kentucky
$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.
Services Offered
What Families Say
“My family has always used Vankirk Grisell because of their professionalism, their kindness and care of our loved ones. Eric sits down and helps sort everything out. We had bought a prepaid funeral for the both of us. It made things easier on me when my husband passed away.”
— Marquetta Collins
“Someone told my brother I took $500 from a gofundme when my stepfather passed for my own gain. Yes I raised $500 in the account but when you cash out a gofundme you do not get the full amount in the account they charge a fee sadly and I didn't take anything for my gain. I don't know why someone would want to ruin a relationship with you and your brother.It's truly sad how this company operates. If you do not have the amount for the funeral they really don't want your business.Then they expect you to at least pay half up front before they even begin the funeral. So your loved one gets to sit and rot for a week so they can try and get money from you. Some families do not have extra money.This company should help a neighbor more but instead they're too greedy for a dollar. I would not recommend taking your loved ones here.”
— Daniel epperson
“Our family was very pleased with the services that were provided. The staff was very helpful and compassionate during a few difficult time. They went above and beyond in fulfilling our requests and helped to provide a very lovely memorial service dedicated to the memory of our mother.”
— Ralph Stephens
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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