The Goss Life Celebration Home
89 Grand Ave, Swanton, VT, 05488
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
“Our entire week of working with Sam was a comforting, gently guided, personalized experience. She had a sincere interest in knowing who our son was and used those details to go above and beyond in how she helped us create a beautiful service to honor him. She joined the many many people in our community who are a balm for our grief as we mourn the sudden and unexpected death of our precious son.”
— Karen Bell
“Even under the tragic circumstances that led us there, I'm so glad that we chose to go through The Goss Life Celebration Home. I could not imagine having gone through any part of this experience without their funeral director, Amanda. She was unbelievably helpful, patient, kind and knowledgeable. From the littlest things to the biggest, she made it so much less overwhelming and really went out of her way to make sure that we were happy with everything. Everyone that works there was wonderful and did an outstanding job of making it a little more bearable of an experience.”
— Brittanny Barrows
“I've had the misfortune of dealing with these kind folk on too many occasions to remember. They're always kind and gentle in the situations surrounding our visits and buisness. These men are truly angels.”
— VTGanja420
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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