Scottsboro Funeral Home
1502 County Park Rd, Scottsboro, AL, 35769
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.
What Families Say
“Very disappointed with the funeral home. The man that helped us arrange everything tried to sell us more expensive things when we had already decided. He didn’t seem to have a good understanding of the ins and outs of what goes one there. We asked 4 different times about having thumbprints made for jewelry/memories. I stressed over and over again how important it was. When the funeral was over and we received his book etc and the only thing there was a crappy computerized print of the very middle of his thumb in a box. It’s something we can never get back and all they could say was that they were sorry and that man must not have known how they did it. My heart is broken and something irreplaceable was lost. I know it’s their everyday but it’s not for those who lost someone. I guess they expect those grieving to go back and do it themselves although I’m sure that’s not allowed so I’m not sure what the solution is.”
— Carrie Wilbanks
“I have always had the best service, care and love with the staff of this funeral home. They really care about you and want to do everything they can to help you. I can't name them all, cause they are all good and I would miss someone. They have a special calling from God.”
— Amanda Wilkinson
“Spoke with Gene about transferring my mother's ashes to an Urn for her service out of state. They did as a courtesy no charge. This is true service. Thank you all so much for being so helpful..I highly recommend you.”
— Deb Collins
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.
Are you Scottsboro Funeral Home?
Claim your free listing to receive the families we connect you with, show your services and pricing, and partner with MedaSynq — at no cost.
Claim your free listing