Tennessee Genealogical Society
7779 Poplar Pike, Germantown, TN, 38138
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 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.
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What Families Say
“I didn’t join this Society for a year because I thought they only had Tennessee-related materials in their library and databases. Big mistake. The library has materials from many states—and not only southern ones. Their database memberships are open to Society members. If you are serious about genealogy, you should investigate all their offerings.”
— B. Hall
“Well, since joining in July, 2015, I haven't received my membership information, let alone, being able to gain access to their members only area. There is no way that I can see to contact them, or tell them anything. So, until then, I'd not waste my money on this site! Linda Larkin”
— Rocky1001 Turner
“Just joined this past year. Great classes, lectures, workshops. Excellent research center. Lots of perks with membership. I highly recommend.”
— Shari
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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