Gassett Funeral Home
204 E Charles Ave, Wetumpka, AL, 36092
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.
Services Offered
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What Families Say
“So very helpful!!! No pressure at all. They truly care about your loss and it shows. Dan walked me through every step. I was so lost. THANK YOU DAN!!!!!”
— Brenda Wise
“Upon entering the family viewing to see my Father, I was heartbroken at how my Dad was presented. His clothes were disheveled, his hair was sticking straight up in places not parted. The point of contact was not there. I go to the front & ask for a comb/brush & a glass of water to fix my father's hair and tuck his clothes because it is absurd at how they presented him. The funeral program pamphlet listed my father's death year wrong. The overhead screen that was continuously playing in the background listed his year of birth wrong. I waited a couple of weeks to address the funeral home about this and they offered to reprint the pamphlets. I refused this because my father has already been buried. The two Gassett sisters that I met with had such a condescending unremorseful attitude, I was shocked. Asked me did I take pictures to prove what I had to say. The point of contact gentleman stated he told us he would not be there for the funeral, no, he did not. The smallest attention to detail would have been very respectful at my father's funeral. The loudest disrespect was failure to do your job.”
— Debra-Lee Davis
“Very professional friendly staff caring and offered above and beyond. Excellent experience given the circumstances. They were even able to accommodate us with some last minute changes. I would highly recommend their services.”
— Holly Smith
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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