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Kentucky Funeral Director Accused of Fraud
21 Jun
Summary
- Funeral director indicted on felony charges for alleged pre-need payment violations.
- Alleged misconduct occurred between July 2021 and April 2025.
- Consumers advised to carefully review contracts and inform families of arrangements.
A grand jury in Taylor County, Kentucky, has indicted Donald Auberry, 53, on 13 felony counts of violating trust provisions for pre-need funeral services. The Attorney General's Office reported the alleged misconduct occurred between July 2021 and April 2025. Auberry, associated with Auberry Funeral Home and Cremation Services in Campbellsville, was released on a $2,000 bond and is scheduled for arraignment on June 23, 2026.
Pre-need funeral arrangements involve paying for services in advance, and Kentucky law mandates specific handling of these funds. The investigation was conducted by the Department of Criminal Investigations. Consumers considering such plans are advised by the Kentucky Department of Insurance to thoroughly read contracts, ask questions, and inform their families of the arrangements, ensuring all relevant documents are kept in an accessible location.
