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804 US Hwy 72 W, Athens, AL, 35611
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 Alabama
$2,121 – $6,671
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
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.
“My sweet Grandmother passed away at 98 yrs in Athens, AL recently. With my Mom no longer with us, and me living out of town, I was referred to Spry. I had no experience planning a funeral. From the day I met Greg Spry, I felt like I was in good hands. He expertly guided me through the process and gave me point-by-point instructions on everything I needed to do. Consequently, I felt that the viewing, service, and graveside services turned out beautifully. This made me proud, and I know my Mother and Grandmother would have approved. Thank you!”
— Lisa Fuqua
“If you want empathetic people to help you take care of the loss of your loved one, DO NOT for the love of God choose this poor excuse of a funeral home. We were greeted by Mr. Spry himself with an overly enthusiastic attitude that exhibited the notion that he had zero remorse for the loss of our father. When we were signing papers with him he rushed us through as if he would have rather been anywhere else but there. He continued to make the whole process seem completely rushed giving us no time to process anything. Also, when we were visiting our fathers body before the cremation, Mr. Spry stood in the doorway of the room he was in with his hand on his hip waiting for us to finish our time with him. He gave us zero privacy whatsoever. Then, we were never informed of having programs made, so we of course asked him about having them done. Mr. Spry showed us a standard program they use for everyone. We asked if we could change out the Bible verse they had for something different, and he replied with “well we have 400 funerals a year so we just don’t have time for that.” That’s funny because every time we walked into the funeral home, Mr. Spry was just waddling around doing absolutely nothing. So it seems to me he has lots of time. My family was left to make programs, decorate the chapel, and bring our own speaker for the music due to their lack of updated technology. Thankfully we were able to request that Mr. Spry stay as far away as possible from our family on the day of the funeral. We had the wonderful Mr. Steve take care of us. Anyway, I highly do not recommend this place and Mr. Spry should not be in this profession as he lacks the emotional capacity to have common courtesy for mourning and grieving loved ones.”
— Chloe Stack
“Jimmy Spry is a wonderful person.I wanted my sister in law's dog names on the back of the tombstone.Jimmy got it taken care of.”
— Bonnie Myhan
We file the life insurance claim and recover unclaimed property — the payout can help cover costs like these. $0 upfront.
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