New Comer Cremations & Funerals
181 Troy-Schenectady Rd, Watervliet, NY, 12189
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 York
$3,368 – $10,595
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
If they had life insurance, it can cover this
Funerals in this area run $3,368–$10,595. 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'm From out of state. Ryleigh, called me to tell me of my brother's passing . She was so compassionate, realizing that I had no idea. Ryleigh walked me thru the creamation process, and made it bearable to accept. All documents were handled by Docu form. She sent the Death Certificates, and provided pick up of my brother's ashes. I recommend this Funeral Home to anyone in the New York Area”
— Francine Gonzalez
“We (unfortunately) have had to use services here two times in the past few years. Becky and her entire team are exceptional. Courteous, sensitive, honest, and helpful. We couldn’t have asked for better experiences during such fragile and sad moments in our life. I highly recommend.”
— Jeff L
“The staff at New Comer were wonderful. A differnt situation came up during the cremation process and their team made it work for me to move forward with my father's cremation . I would highly recommend them, their compassion and empathy showed. So grateful to have used this funeral facility through the most difficult time of my life . Thank you all at the Watervliet location.”
— Amanda GW
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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