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772 Broadway #2, Everett, MA, 02149
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.
“My wife and myself have lost two immediate family members in under just two months. Kevin the director of J.F. Ward Funeral Home, genuine kindness and compassion helped us deal with these tragic circumstances. In a time in our life we’re going through the most devastating times twice in a row, it’s heartwarming to have Kevin and J.F. Ward Funeral Home make the process better than bearable.”
— christopher desilva
“Our family are so thankful for Kevin and his team for my Mom burial service, from the first time we made that phone call at 12:30am Kevin has been so helpful and explaining the process to us , the day of the service to the cemetery directing traffic everything went smoothly. From us to you and your team my five star is not enough to say thank you to you and your team.... FROM THE DIEUDONNE JACKSON FAMILY.”
— Marie Castor
“The team of Victoria and Kevin perform and deliver at a level that is out of the bounds of the word professional. From the moment I spoke to Kevin, on the phone , I knew the Ward Funeral Home was the right place to attend to the preparation of my recently departed family member. Kevin held a very compassionate and direct initial conversation detailing the services offered and the prices. At a time like this the price of final arrangements can be key and the up front pricing was very much so appreciated. The initial face to face meeting with Kevin, at the funeral home, was pleasant and he took care not to allow any external distractions to take away from the time spent getting our arrangements in place. Constant communication was maintained with the Victoria and Kevin over the phone and via email; delivering prompt responses to questions and rapid call backs if you reached their answering service. On the days of the funeral and wake the team preformed with military precision yet were not noticed by the attendees of the events. Their staff organized parking to ease the creation of the procession and directed traffic so we were able to all proceed to the cemetery with ease. I can not say enough about the service my family and I were delivered by the Ward team. If you are looking for a compassionate, understanding, and easy (under the circumstances) process then the J.F Ward funeral home is where you should go.”
— Torland L. Charles
We file the life insurance claim and recover unclaimed property — the payout can help cover costs like these. $0 upfront.
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