Aldous Funeral Home & Cremation Service
44 N Main St, Rutland, VT, 05701
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.
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 Vermont
$2,745 – $8,633
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
If they had life insurance, it can cover this
Funerals in this area run $2,745–$8,633. 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.
Services Offered
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What Families Say
“Aldous Funeral Home is absolutely amazing and would recommend them to any family. They took care of my grandma in the best manner and made sure our family was also cared for. They are very personable, caring, kind , patient and understanding the funeral directors Chris Book , Mike Bird and their staff. They went above and beyond We are very thankful for work they do.”
— Doris Beebe
“Chris and the staff at Aldous funeral home were amazing and very easy to work with in planning a memorial service for my sister. Start to finish they were helpful, kind and patient.”
— Melissa Callender
“Chris and his staff handled my father's funeral during COVID. They worked so well with the family, our budget and St. Peter's Parish. It was a beautiful service.”
— Eric Haas
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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