Meda
167 Great Rd, Bedford, MA, 01730
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.
Average in Massachusetts
$3,119 – $9,810
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
Funerals in this area run $3,119–$9,810. 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.
“Words cannot express the gratitude I feel for Maurine and Christine through this hard time, they are compassionate and truly went above and beyond through these trying times. Truly top notch professionals with hearts of gold”
— Elizabeth Sikes
“I highly recommend this Home and in particular Maureen Duffy as professional, courteous, and most especially, empathetic funeral service providers. At every step of our journey, Maureen was informative and very sensitive to the pain and heartbreak we were feeling. She answered our questions fully and supported any and all choices we made. She never pushed us towards one decision or the other but compassionately gave us full information then supported our selections. She was also very responsive whenever we emailed or called with a question or request. It is nice to know that nice people are in this difficult profession.”
— John Fisher
“I highly recommend Bedford Funeral Home. Maureen & Christine are exceptional. They are professional, caring, attentive, and incredibly helpful during the unbearable process of losing a loved one.”
— Karyn Girouard
We file the life insurance claim and recover unclaimed property — the payout can help cover costs like these. $0 upfront.
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