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326 W North St, Canton, MS, 39046
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.
Average in Mississippi
$1,996 – $6,278
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
Funerals in this area run $1,996–$6,278. 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.
“As one of the limited funeral homes in Canton, the services offered are excessively priced, without delivering high quality service. The parking area is small, congested & poses an inconvenience for guests, which SHOULD be reflected in their pricing. During my inquiry after the funeral, Daphne exhibited rudeness and a lack of respect when I requested info re the individuals who sent flowers & cards, directing me instead to contact my heirs. Furthermore, Daphne/staff neglected to inform ME about the date and time for the viewing of the Body, despite being told by a relative to come in & sign docs only, which turned out to be for a viewing. It is incorrect to ASSUME that all heirs are informed, as I was not. The disrespect & undermining is unnaceptible. Since I PAID a part for the services, I had every right to be updated on this info & much more. The OVERALL coordination, planning and professionalism were lacking, leaving me UNIMPRESSED.”
— ORSA SMITH
“Thank you Family Memorial for everything throughout the process of planning my uncle's funeral. You all were so welcoming and respectful. Your services are greatly appreciated by my mother, sister, and myself.”
— Latanya Cork
“first there's only two black funeral home in canton , Mississippi the funeral home has service the area for several year, however when my father past the director was good but once the service was over it went DOWN HILL... its has if we were bothering him to get the death certificate that was order in December 2020 and it now the last day of march2021.. he's stating that he haven't received it yet vital record states it been given to him... Canton MS is a small town and my father wasn't a saint however we feel that the certificate was given to his girl friend for a policy . I paid for two and I want my two.. You maybe better going across the street they may not be fancy yet have given our father headstone in a timely fashion”
— Jacqueline Maddox
We file the life insurance claim and recover unclaimed property — the payout can help cover costs like these. $0 upfront.
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