How much does the average traditional funeral service cost at Jones Mortuary?

The average funeral service at Jones Mortuary costs from $6,300 to $6,700. This includes the services of director and staff, embalming, an 18 ga casket, 12 ga steel vault, memorial package, receiving of friends, funeral service and committal service at the gravesite. These charges do not include cash advance items which the mortuary has no control over such as opening and closing of the grave, death certificates, obituaries notices for newspapers, etc. Please note that this is our average price — we have some packages that cost less, some that cost more.

How much does a direct cremation cost at Jones Mortuary (without services)?

The direct cremation including fiberboard container, crematory cost, and all necessary permits required by the State of Tennessee is $1,275.

What is the cost of an immediate burial at Jones Mortuary?

Immediate burial with minimum casket selected from our mortuary is $2,145. With the casket provided by purchaser the cost is $1,550. Neither includes cash advances items.

Is it a law that you must be embalmed in Tennessee?

No — this is almost always the call of the funeral service facility. Embalming is required in only a very few cases, and even then it is not the law. However, if you plan a full, traditional funeral (taking 2 days or more) you should certainly have the deceased embalmed. We make this recommendation for your safety and the safety of your guests, as well as the preservation and respect for the deceased. If the facility does embalm but does not get permission from the responsible family member then, by law, that facility is required not to charge the family for the cost of embalming.

We have no funds and no insurance or limited funds and limited insurance. How are we going to pay for their funeral cost?

Jones Mortuary has partnered with a number of financial institutions that have programs designed for these situations. In addition, we accept MasterCard, Visa, and Discover. Jones Mortuary also has a no turn away policy, meaning that we are willing to work with families on financing, when families are willing to pay a partial down payment. The family must also be willing to minimize costs, 2 or more members will be responsible contractually for the cost, and the family must have no other means of funding the services provided.

Are you independently owned or corporately owned?

We are independently owned and operated by Robert, Kathy, and Michael Jones. The family lives on sight at Jones Mortuary so that the deceased is never left alone and to be at the service of families served 24 hours a day.

Can I transfer my pre-arrangement to Jones Mortuary?

Yes.

Does it cost me anything to transfer my prearrangement?

No. Jones Mortuary accepts all pre-need transfers as well as assignment of proceeds of insurance.

What are Jones Mortuary office hours?

Monday – Friday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm. Saturday 9:00 am – 12:00 pm. Sundays 1:00pm – 5:00 pm. Mornings and evenings on Sundays are reserved for our staff so that they may attend a church of their choice if they choose to do so.

What is the average funeral cost in America?

The National Funeral Directors Association quotes the average funeral costs in America as between $6,000 and $7,000. Jones Mortuary is proud to say we are well within the national average and often are below it.

Must I buy a casket that seals if I plan to have a traditional funeral service and no embalming?

No, you do not. These standards are set by the management of the facility. There are a number of ways to prevent the deceased from omitting odor such as body bags (heavy grad materials that are very affordable and prevent odor and body fluids from escaping). These alternative options allow families to purchase caskets that do not seal and are not excessively priced. However, it is the recommendation of Jones Mortuary in these instances to have only a brief viewing before the deceased is placed in the casket. This allows the casket to remain closed during the services without inconvenience or hazard.