Pettus Funeral Home
1229 Madison St, Paducah, KY, 42001
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 Kentucky
$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
What Families Say
“Ms Mary and the whole staff are amazing. I felt so comfortable and there was such care taken. My dad’s memorial was beautiful and I thank you all. Now Mr. Mahlon is precious to me. He was the sweetest.”
— Meagan Tidwell
“Thank you for everything very prophessional loving caring understanding people they go above and beyond for our family during this time of great sorrow and grief Pettus Funeral 10 stars A+ 🌟 Thank for everything as we lay my mother to rest she's home now in heaven this funeral home highly recommend Thank you again for everything! The Staff are amazing people couldn't ask for better”
— None None
“An awesome service oriented business of care giving professionals who honesty go the extra step to insure real concern during a time of need at a moment when you need it the most! Their "Service really is a sacred Trust!"”
— Mike Wade
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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