Buckler-Johnston Funeral Home
121 Main St, Westerly, RI, 02891
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 Rhode Island
$2,869 – $9,025
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
If they had life insurance, it can cover this
Funerals in this area run $2,869–$9,025. 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
“Buckler-Johnston exceeded my highest expectations with wonderful flowers, clergy, and staff as I could ever have hoped for. They listened to my needs and exceeded them. Exceptional service, AND follow-up afterward. I have everything in pictures: wonderful coordination with Riverbend Cemetary. Thank you!!”
— Robert C. Creer
“The Buckler- Johnston staff was professional from the first phone call, hours after my family member had passed. They answered my concerns and questions in a kind and patient manner, and I found the same at the meeting regarding the plans for the body. We had a number of additional questions and the representative was very patient and knowledgeable. I felt that my family member was in good hands for this final stage. When the cremation was finalized, a representative called me to let me know in a tender way that everything was finalized.”
— Snow
“Buckler-Johnston Funeral Home was the perfect place to celebrate the life of our loved one. The livingroom-like set up made it warm and comfortable. Everyone went out of their way to get us up and running. We could not have been happier with our experience. Thank you!”
— Jeanne Merola
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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