Charbonneau Funeral Home
30 Pleasant St, Ware, MA, 01082
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.
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What Families Say
“Peter, Ryan and the entire staff at Charbonneau Funeral Home are fantastic, caring people. They go above and beyond to help anyone out with the loss of their loved one. Thank you for all you did for our family.”
— Lynne St George
“Very compassionate and caring through the whole process! Peter, Ryan and Elizabeth are stellar examples of just the kind people you want during a difficult time. Even days after the ceremony they contact you to check in and see how you’re coping and if there’s anything they can do to help you transition to your life without your loved one! That means a lot !”
— tom trudeau
“This is one of the best Funeral Homes My Step father passed away and they took care of us right away treating us like family. They have been so helpful. All of the Staffs there are awesome one of the most Friendliest funeral homes they were accommodating to our needs and getting a ASL interpreter. Greg. And Peter and other funeral directors are the best. I will definitely use their services next time. Thank you for helping me and my family. God Bless you all.”
— William Isch
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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