Cecil M Burton Funeral Home & Crematory
106 Cherryville Rd, Shelby, NC, 28150
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 North Carolina
$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
“My family has been doing business with Burtons Funeral Home for as long as I can remember. The environment is very comfortable for such an uncomfortable situation. Cecil and his employees go above and beyond to help with anything and everything when paying respects to your loved ones. There are a lot of things to deal with when death comes knocking.The family at Cecil Burton Funeral Home can take a lot of the burden off your plate as well as provide you the comfort you need when you're preparing to lay to rest your loved ones.”
— Holland Lighting Systems
“Cecil M. Burton funeral home and crematory took great care of our family when we unexpectedly lost my dad. They were sensitive and quickly to help with anything we needed. Manning made the process smooth and easy to get through.”
— Megan Allison
“My decision to use Cecil Burton Funeral Home was made after receiving recommendations from friends. Manning Burton is the epitome of what I was told to expect. He is kind, respectful, attentive, caring and knowledgeable! Manning, thank you and your staff for everything!! Sincerely, Liz and Brian Todd, family of Raymond (Ray) Francis Todd”
— Liz Todd
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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