New Horizon Memorial Gardens
5203 Hollis Goodwin Rd, Dora, AL, 35062
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.
“Do you offer payment plans?”
Many funeral homes allow you to spread the cost over time. Ask about down payments, terms, and financing options.
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.
What Families Say
“My family has used New Horizon on several occasions but this will definitely be the last. When I arrived to make the arrangements for my uncle, Lee Laughlin, I was advised that when though I had prepaid the digging of the grave cost had increased and that since it was going to be a weekend funeral I would owe an additional $400. The only question that I was asked is when was I going to pay. So the next problem, when the obituary ran in the paper they had my dad listed as his son instead of a brother, misspelled my name, my son's name and the name of the hospice company. I called and was told that it was an easy fix, no it already ran wrong. The day before the funeral I received a call stating they couldn't get the music to play and of course when I got the message they were closed. I dropped the music and pictures off on Monday. So we get to the day of funeral and the pictures that are playing are of my dad from his funeral which made me feel like I had to respect for my uncle. The obituary had none of the information in it that should have been printed. PLEASE use someone who isn't worried about money but genuinely loves helping people to send their loved ones on to the next life. Rebecca Poole”
— Rebecca Poole
“Just laid my grandmother to rest , graveside was rushed by the director so fast that she did not give time for all the pallbearers to make it from the building to the pond side grave behind their building. When told they were not all here she said it was enough and started. Grandfather was not even down there when she was brought out of the hearse.”
— John Hart
“My family has used New Horizon Funeral Home for years. They have always treated us like family. The entire staff was always there for anything we needed. Mr. Buddy is one of a kind! I appreciate everyone there. Kaul Walker”
— Cynthia Walker
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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