R S Lewis & Sons Funeral Home
374 Vance Ave, Memphis, TN, 38126
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 Tennessee
$2,246 – $7,063
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
If they had life insurance, it can cover this
Funerals in this area run $2,246–$7,063. 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
“This company was so good to me and my family. They helped us with everything. I appreciate everything they did. Very professional! I will recommend them and my family will use them again. Thanks so much!”
— Genise Moten
“I wish that I could take this 1 start back. I highly advise all grieving relatives of deceased individuals to be totally competent and aware when choosing the right funeral home, to properly assist you with trust and comfort. Richard flowers did not honestly take care of us but. He to EXTREME advantage of my vulnerable mom&grandma. And for that R.S Lewis should not be at the top of anyone's in the City of Memphis. Any more. Once know In our city for it's renown, best known reputation, Has lost it's core value. That has now been replaced with GREED AND LIES..... -0 DO NOT US...”
— Terri Glass
“I’d like to thank the staff and management of the R.S. Lewis and son’s Funeral Home. For the wonderful services and hospitality shown to my family and the wife of my cousin, Henry D. Petty lll who was funeralized with this Company Aug 2025. I especially want to give accolades to Mr. Eddie Hayes LFD and both directresses Ms. Nesha and Ms. Felicia for your professionalism. Your friendliness, care and compassion was outstanding in helping us through a difficult time. May God continue to bless this company and you all.”
— Victor Lovett
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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