Jenkins Funeral Home & Cremation
4081 Startown Rd, Newton, NC, 28658
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.
Services Offered
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What Families Say
“Aaron and the entire staff at Jenkins were exceptionally helpful, kind, and resourceful before, during, and after our Memorial Service. They were so very helpful throughout the entire process and had every little detail covered. We were so pleased with the level of service, patience, and kindness shown to our entire group. I would recommend them time and time again to help anyone and their family through one of life’s most difficult processes.”
— Brandi Hamby
“We really appreciated the support, timely responses, and the help to navigate through the hardest time of our lives. I recommend Jenkins Funeral Home for anyone. We never had to plan a funeral before and they made it as stressful as possible. We thank you Aaron!”
— larry cox
“:O) Our family was very impressed with Pastor/Chaplin Aaron. Everyone knew my mom by her nickname 'Sunshine' and she loved yellow flowers, so some of us wore yellow, and some wore 'Sunshine' t-shirts, and sunshine stickers... so not only was the eulogy and chosen verses perfect for a beautiful sunshiny day, he wore a bright yellow collared shirt (and sun sticker) and fit right in with our family theme - we loved the personal touch he gave and presented. - Ada was another staff member that really made us feel welcome and she answered many questions by email and phone calls even after hours. The other staff that greeted our guests were very polite, welcoming and professional and also wore sunshine stickers, as well as all our guests :O)”
— Gee Ennis
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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