Rutherford Funeral Home
2383 N High St, Columbus, OH, 43202
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 Ohio
$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.
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What Families Say
“I had lost my golden doodle a few years ago and had her cremated at this funeral home. Her cremains were put in a coffee can type of vessel so I got the teddy bear to put cremains in. I didn’t have the heart to do it myself and no one looked at the cremains. I recently finally have the heart to look at them and I am so disgusted. So many bones left! It’s horrible so who would want to ever trust them with a loved one? It’s abhorrent!”
— Hazelwillow
“Rutherford Funeral Home @ Maynard and High St. We people had several people at this funeral home. I want to send a special thanks to Scott Zinn. He guides you through this the whole way. He don't only take care of the deceased but he gets to know and treat you like family. If there is something you don't know or understand. He will explain it step by step until you do. Thank you Scott for all you did for me and my family. Love you and God Bless you and yours. Jerry and Donna Davis”
— Donna Davis
“We had our little Miz Kittie taken care of here. They were absolutely fantastic. Kind, caring, concerned and wonderful listeners. She died in June of 2014. Our cat BabyBoy has Cancer. Vet says 1-2 months at the most. I am definitely calling them.”
— Judy Gossett
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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