Sound Choice Cremation
5200 Fruitville Rd, Sarasota, FL, 34232
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 Florida
$2,495 – $7,848
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
If they had life insurance, it can cover this
Funerals in this area run $2,495–$7,848. 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
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What Families Say
“We truly appreciate all the blessed support we received from Sound Choice. They took wonderful care of my father one year ago and now again recently with my mother. Thank you so much for handling a delicate situation with care and compasion.”
— Bryan Bayens
“"I cannot thank Sound Choice and Amanda Separk enough for their compassion during such a difficult time. From the first phone call, they were incredibly patient, kind, and respectful. Amanda went into the office on a Sunday to take care of my father’s arrangements when I called her that morning to inform her he would be passing soon. They handled my father with such dignity, and they made the entire process, including the paperwork, stress-free. I highly recommend their services. Thank you Amanda!”
— Melanie Wilber
“I’d highly recommend Sound Choice Cremation. Chellsi was professional and empathetic towards our situation. She explained everything thoroughly and answered all of my questions. She stayed in touch throughout the process. Thank you for taking care of our loved one!”
— Francene Ogden
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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