Kirksey's Mortuary
3500 Ave I, Birmingham, AL, 35218
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
“In your time of grief and as you are processing the loss of a loved one, having the reassurance that your loved one’s remains have been treated with the utmost care and respect is vital to peace of mind. Kevin Kirksey is helpful and honest and provided communication during each step. We hated needing to have to use the service but are thankful for the amazing expertise while there.”
— Andrea Jackson
“Kirkey's Mortuary has made all my experiences stress free. I have known Kevin personally for many years and he has always been a professional businessman. He took care of my mother and my sister funeral arrangements including having my mother's service at the funeral home. He worked within my budget and made decision making very easy during very stressful times. I am a person of order and he keeps order with the service from the lining up of the cars, lining up of the family to the seating arrangements. Jobs well done.”
— Mary J
“I came to a funeral 10/4/2025. The place looks horrible. No carpet, no tile, Needs flooring, Dark & gloomy. Needs a total makeover. Glass doors need to be cleaned. Bathroom had out of order on them. Scared to use other restrooms. Dusty dirty. Flowers need to go in the dumpster. Chapel needs a total makeover. Remodel needs to happen ASAP. I could of not given a star I would. Please do better for a older funeral home in the black area of town. Praying for Progress”
— Glenda Moten
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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