Joseph J Darrow Funeral Home Inc
39 S Hamilton St, Poughkeepsie, NY, 12601
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?”
This means they bill the insurance company directly. You don't pay thousands upfront and wait to be reimbursed.
“What's included vs. what's extra?”
Packages may not include everything. Ask about the casket, embalming, transportation, facility fees, and death certificate copies.
“Do you offer payment plans?”
Many funeral homes allow you to spread the cost over time. Ask about down payments, terms, and financing options.
Know Your Rights
The FTC Funeral Rule protects you. Every funeral home must provide an itemized General Price List if you ask — in person or over the phone. You are never required to buy a package and can choose services individually. You also have the right to use a casket purchased elsewhere.
Payment & Financial Options
Average in New York
$3,368 – $10,595
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
If they had life insurance, it can cover this
Funerals in this area run $3,368–$10,595. If your loved one had a life insurance policy, the benefit can cover these costs — and we'll file the claim and handle the carrier for you, even without the policy number. $0 upfront, and nothing if it doesn't pay out.
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What Families Say
“We want to thank Lew and Joseph Darrow Funeral Home for their wonderful work with our family member. Lew right from the beginning strove to help our family in our time of need and worked with us diligently to help us send our loved one off beautifully and within our budget. I spoke to Lew first but also spoke to other funeral homes in the area and Lew was the most authentic of them all. Our family is so grateful for how they made us feel welcomed and comfortable during an uncomfortable time. I can't say enough how this business should be one of the first to call when needed. Thank you Lew and team.”
— Erica Cole
“Our family would like to express our gratitude to Kayleen and Lew at Joseph Darrow Funeral Home for their exceptional assistance with our father's funeral. During a challenging period, they provided us with invaluable support, including coordinating arrangements with the florist to ensure everything was perfect for our father. Their unforgettable and remarkable work in setting up the chapel was truly beautiful. We sincerely thank them for their outstanding service to our family and our father.”
— Cybernet Digital Marketing
“Mr. Darrow's funeral were wonderful in helping me and my siblings plan my moms funeral. They helped us through a very difficult time and fully explained all options. When my sister went back a couple months later when my mom's headstone fell down, Mr. Darrow told her not to worry and the problem was corrected very quickly. Here my we are again 10 years 6 months later and Joseph J. Darrow Funeral Home did a phenomenal job once more for my family. This time was particularly difficult because my niece was a 34 years old mother of two young children. Thank you once more for your kindness and professionalism.”
— Donna A. Lee.
We can help with what comes next.
We file the life insurance claim and recover unclaimed property — the payout can help cover costs like these. $0 upfront.
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