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Funeral Homes in Athens, Tennessee

Looking for a funeral home in Athens, Tennessee? Start with the listings below. If you’re pre-planning, you can call to ask about package options, scheduling, and general price lists. Review details and reach out directly—many providers can answer questions quickly by phone.

Good Samaritan Funeral Home

1326 Frye St

Athens, Tennessee 37303

5.0 (7 reviews)

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Companion Funeral & Cremation Athens

400 S White St

Athens, Tennessee 37303

4.9 (252 reviews)

Funeral home • Casket service • Coffin Supplier • Cremation Ground • Funeral director • Mortuary

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M D Dotson & Sons Funeral Home

502 Congress Pkwy N

Athens, Tennessee 37303

4.5 (10 reviews)

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Ziegler Funeral Home

521 W Madison Ave

Athens, Tennessee 37303

4.3 (11 reviews)

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Laycock-Hobbs Funeral Home

521 N Jackson St

Athens, Tennessee 37303

4.2 (5 reviews)

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Smith Funeral & Cremation Services

1010 S White St

Athens, Tennessee 37303

3.3 (12 reviews)

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Funeral Costs

How Much Does a Funeral Cost in Tennessee?

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

Average Full-Service
$8,159
Incl. casket, viewing & burial
Direct Cremation From
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Typical Range
$6,527-$9,791
Varies by county

Service-by-Service Cost Breakdown

Typical estimated prices - Tennessee
Basic service fee
$2,856
Embalming & preparation
$816
Casket (mid-range)
$2,448
Viewing / visitation
$653
Funeral ceremony
$653
Graveside service
$408
Transportation
$326
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 Tennessee.

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

Tennessee Funeral Laws & Requirements

Tennessee 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.
Tennessee law does not require embalming. Home burial is widely allowed, requiring only that the grave be 24 inches below the surface.
Associations
Tennessee 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 Tennessee 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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