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Funeral Homes in Fordyce, Arkansas

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Benton Funeral Home

501 W 4th St

Fordyce, Arkansas 71742

5.0 (2 reviews)

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Brown-Williams Funeral Home

109 Graham St

Fordyce, Arkansas 71742

5.0 (1 review)

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Marks Funeral Home

501 W 1st St

Fordyce, Arkansas 71742

4.2 (5 reviews)

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Benton Casket Co

314 N Main St

Fordyce, Arkansas 71742

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Funeral Costs

How Much Does a Funeral Cost in Arkansas?

Funeral costs in Arkansas vary widely by location, provider, and service type. Below is a typical cost breakdown to help you budget and compare.

Average Full-Service
$7,668
Incl. casket, viewing & burial
Direct Cremation From
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Typical Range
$6,134-$9,202
Varies by county

Service-by-Service Cost Breakdown

Typical estimated prices - Arkansas
Basic service fee
$2,684
Embalming & preparation
$767
Casket (mid-range)
$2,300
Viewing / visitation
$613
Funeral ceremony
$613
Graveside service
$383
Transportation
$307
5 Ways to Reduce Costs
  • - Request a full itemized price list - it is your legal right
  • - Compare at least 3 providers before committing
  • - Direct cremation can save thousands vs. full burial
  • - Pre-planning may lock in today's prices against inflation
  • - You may supply your own casket - homes must accept it
FTC Funeral Rule

Federal law requires every funeral home to provide a complete itemized price list on request by phone or in person. You cannot be required to purchase a bundled package. This applies in all 50 states, including Arkansas.

What Drives the Price Up
  • - Premium or luxury caskets are the single biggest variable
  • - Metro-area viewing facilities command higher room fees
  • - Multiple certified death certificates at $15-$30 each
  • - Cemetery opening and closing fees often add $1k-$2.5k
  • - Headstones and monument costs are separate
State Laws & Requirements

Arkansas Funeral Laws & Requirements

Arkansas has specific regulations governing funerals, burials, and cremations. Understanding these before making decisions can save time and prevent complications.

Embalming is not universally required by law. However, certain conditions like public viewing or interstate transport might require it.
Many states require a licensed funeral director to oversee final dispositions and file the death certificate.
Home funerals are permitted, but you must still comply with local health regulations and paperwork requirements.
Bodies must be embalmed or refrigerated if final disposition does not occur within 24 hours. Embalming is required for all out-of-state body transport.
Associations
Arkansas Funeral Directors Association ↗
Oversees licensing standards and professional conduct for directors statewide.
National Funeral Directors Association (NFDA) ↗
The world's leading, largest, and most trusted association to support funeral professionals.
Licensing Authority
Funeral directors in Arkansas are licensed and regulated by the state's Department of Health or designated regulatory board.
Quick Reference
Embalming required?No (Usually)
Licensed director required?Yes
Home funeral permitted?Yes

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