Rivera Family Funerals & Cremations
818 Paseo Del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM, 87571
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 New Mexico
$2,246 – $7,063
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
If they had life insurance, it can cover this
Funerals in this area run $2,246–$7,063. 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
“Our experience with Rivera Family Funeral home was everything we could have hoped for, at a very sensitive and emotionally charged time. Jacquie was so calm, so empathetic yet so direct and understanding of what we wanted. It seems this family business runs on love of their community and a desire to provide the special care called for when a loved ones dies. Everyone we met and dealt with through this time, Vanessa and those at the crematorium…were just so kind and supportive. I have not one bad thing to say, only deep gratitude. 🙏”
— Janice Jacobs
“Amber and all of the staff at Rivera were so helpful and caring when my father passed last year. Amber, in particular, went way out of her way to make sure we were doing well throughout the process. Honestly, I couldn't have asked for more help--both with the activities that needed to happen and with the emotional support she provided to my family through all of it. I am grateful that we still have people we can count on--like the fine folks at Rivera.”
— Patrick MacRoberts
“My experience with the staff at Rivera Family Funerals & Cremations during our time of loss was phenomenal. They went above and beyond working with my family to make sure all matters concerning the cremation of our loved one was taken care of in a dignified and timely manner. I would highly recommend them and will not hesitate to contact them in the future for the funerals and cremations of other family members.”
— Luella Rubio
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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