Robert J Lawler & Crosby
1803 Centre St, West Roxbury, MA, 02132
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 Massachusetts
$3,119 – $9,810
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
If they had life insurance, it can cover this
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.
Services Offered
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What Families Say
“I couldn't say enough about this top notch and very professional funeral home. The Lawler family has been entrusted with so many of our deceased for generations, and we wouldn't have it any other way. They're attention to detail, kindness and empathy have ministered to our hearts on so many occasions. You can put your trust in the Lawlers to leave no stone unturned in order to give you and your family what you need during your difficult time. You and yours can take comfort in knowing that your loved one has been cared for with love and respect, and your family will be honored by having the Lawlers come alongside you.”
— Pamela Riordan
“Under the strangest circumstances, Bob made everything work. We went from having a very intense probate matter to a smooth, compassion and respectful service. Bob went above and beyond to ensure we had a final goodbye for our dad in the most dignified way. Although, we didn’t have the corps at the memorial, he made sure we were able to overcome and take part in my dad’s memorial. I highly recommend working with him because he was sympathetic towards our situation, his compassionate approach made it work. Bob and his crew was extremely professional.”
— NATHALIE JEANPHILIPPE LLC & ASSOCIATES
“The Robert Lawler Funeral Home was great to work with. Our loved one had to be picked up from a funeral home in Philadelphia and transported to Boston. They took care of everything. They did a Jewish service, they made everything easy for us. They were very reasonable, much less than if we went with a Jewish Funeral Home.”
— Rebecca Kronfeld
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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