Messier Funeral Home
1944 Northampton St, Holyoke, MA, 01040
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 recently had my mom's services at Messiers (as well as my dad's in 2014) at Messiers Funeral Home. I found owners Jen and Brian to be very accommodating to the family's wishes. My sister and I met with Jen on more than one occasion as well as several calls and each time they were understanding, respectful, and sympathetic. The services for each of my parents were exactly as requested. I would definitely recommend them to anyone!”
— Karen Ware
“On July 24, 2019, my beloved mother had passed away. We had her services here with Messier funeral home and they did a fantastic job with preparing her body the services to decoration and even at the gravesite. Then six years later unfortunately this past March my dear sweet 12-year-old had passed away, and we again reached out to Messier for cremation this time, and although her cremations were handled by a sister facility, everything was wonderful, And a smooth process, we couldn’t ask for more help more sincerity and understanding of what we were going through with our child. Everything was done in a timely manner with the best quality, even when receiving her earn and all the necklace pieces for her siblings. My whole family is grateful for the way both of our loved ones were handled with such professionalism and such care and delicacy. We truly, truly, truly appreciated it!!!”
— Temika Bennett
“In such an emotional time in a family's life. It was so comforting to have all staff at Messier Funeral Home to lean on. The time they took to answer and explain all question and concerns in great detail was most appreciated. Every member showed patients, empathy and understanding. We walked in nervous of the unknown. Left, with a smile feeling confident in our choices. Thank you!”
— Karen Dodd
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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