Carl Barnes Funeral Home
746 W 22nd St, Houston, TX, 77008
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 Texas
$2,370 – $7,456
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
If they had life insurance, it can cover this
Funerals in this area run $2,370–$7,456. 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
“Very professional and made the preparation for my Mother’s Memorial Service very easy. The presentation for her services was very elegant. To Pastor Wilson, Ms. Shelby, Ms. Shannon and Mr. Bozeman words cannot express how much we appreciate the attention and services you provided.”
— Trelisia Scott
“Very professional didn’t have to ask for anything. They had everything i needed my father was done just right not dark just right natural almost. Thank you so much for making this an easy road. Ms Shelby, Jackie, Barbara Thank You for your kindness. Ms Shelby done an excellent job on the service alone with the team.”
— Ramona Lewis
“The staff of Carl Barnes were intentional in every aspect from planning phases and leading to the final ceremony. Mr Buggs was informative, used reflective listening skills with compassion and empathy. The greatest comfort was the display of my grandson’s life journey and the Memorial and Funeral presentation. This is by far the toughest days our family had to endure but Carl Barnes and staff made it to be a peaceful transition. On behalf of the De’Jon K. Tate family, Shirley and Brian Clark loving grandparents”
— Shirley Clark
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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