Southern Heritage Funeral Home And Crematory
1000 Hodgesville Rd, Dothan, AL, 36301
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.
Services Offered
Business Hours
What Families Say
“I wanted to take the time to personally express that I consider Southern Heritage a company with stellar personnel and their services were just outstanding. Brent Snell (Funeral Director/Embalmer) was just sensational in every aspect and treated us nothing but with absolute class and respect. You can tell he knows how to relate to his customers and to the families. He explained everything in detail and left no questions unanswered. I HIGHLY, HIGHLY recommend considering them for your funeral purposes. Have nothing but the highest respect for all of their staff, how they handle all aspects, etc. Thank you so very much. The family of Wiley David Baxley”
— Dewayne Baxley
“Lance and his staff were wonderful to me and my family. During this most difficult time, I had no idea what all is involved with planning a funeral. Lance was very knowledgeable about everything with planning a funeral. Lance was very patient with me and not only did he answer the questions that I had, but helped guide me through the entire process. No matter what was going on, Lance was right there during the visitation, funeral and burial. I knew that at any moment, all I had to do was reach out to him and he would be right by my side. I will never forget how Lance was there for me and my family. The entire staff at Southern Heritage Funeral Home was absolutely amazing. No one wants to have to plan a funeral for a loved one; especially when the loss is so unexpected, but I will forever be grateful. I have and will continue to recommend Southern Heritage Funeral Home to anyone that needs caring and compassionate people to help them with all their funeral needs. RR”
— Ronna Ready
“Thank you to lance and the staff at southern heritage. The staff at southern heritage we're very professional, and prompt in every way during the passing of my father. Being locally owned and operated means more than most people know! During the most difficult time of a families lives the staff at southern heritage is there for you from start to finish. Thank you again. The family of James I. King.”
— Jason King
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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