McConnell Funeral Home
1200 E Forrest St, Athens, AL, 35613
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?”
Ask whether assignment is available for your policy and location, what fees apply, and what you must pay upfront. MedaSynq does not arrange assignments.
“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
Under the FTC Funeral Rule, funeral homes must give price information by telephone and a written General Price List when you visit in person. Federal law does not require them to send the list by mail or email. You can select individual goods and services and use a casket purchased elsewhere.
Payment & Financial Options
Average in Alabama
$2,121 – $6,671
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
Help filing a known life insurance claim
Funerals in this area run $2,121–$6,671. If your family knows of a life insurance policy, Claim Assist can help file and follow up on the claim. The insurer decides whether to pay. There is no upfront fee; separate service terms apply.
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What Families Say
“Doug Fields helped us through some of life's hardest decisions with compassionate professionalism. We appreciate the way we were treated. He presented all the options and did not pressure us at all. I can recommend McConnell’s without hesitation.”
— Charles Hall
“The staff at McConnell Funeral Home is simply the BEST in the field. Teresa, Doug and Mark were outstanding throughout the planning process, the visitation and service, the wonderful military ceremony, and the post funeral activities. The entire experience will less painful due to their dignity and respect for my deceased father and for my family and friends.”
— Mark Biles
“Arrangements had already been made in California. They were happy to help with my mother's cremation. I was treated with kindness the whole way through.”
— syndee grigoleit
We can help with what comes next.
If your family knows of a life insurance policy, Claim Assist can help file and follow up on the claim. No upfront fee; the service fee and terms are disclosed before you enroll.
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