McConnell Funeral Home
1200 E Forrest St, Athens, AL, 35613
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 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.
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What Families Say
“Doug Fields helped us through some of life's hardest decisions with compassionate professionalism. We appreciate the way we were treated. He presented all the options and did not pressure us at all. I can recommend McConnell’s without hesitation.”
— Charles Hall
“The staff at McConnell Funeral Home is simply the BEST in the field. Teresa, Doug and Mark were outstanding throughout the planning process, the visitation and service, the wonderful military ceremony, and the post funeral activities. The entire experience will less painful due to their dignity and respect for my deceased father and for my family and friends.”
— Mark Biles
“Arrangements had already been made in California. They were happy to help with my mother's cremation. I was treated with kindness the whole way through.”
— syndee grigoleit
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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