Duckett Funeral Home of J.S. Waterman & Sons
656 Boston Post Rd, Sudbury, MA, 01776
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
“Duckett Funeral Home has taken care of my family 3 times now over the past 5 years. The owner is warm and empathetic. He makes you feel as though he is caring for his own family member. Their directors pay attention to details that are important to the family. I might add my deceased family members all looked good. They looked at peace. I would highly recommend Duckett's to care for your loved one.”
— Lisa Cargill
“There is only so much preparation one can do prior to the death of a loved one. When meeting with Duckett Funeral home the staff that came to collect my mother after her passing were professional and highly respectful. At the funeral home they reviewed our options and answered all our questions thoroughly and curiously. They were very polite and respectful any time I called to check on the death certificates or when the ashes would arrive. I highly recommend Duckett Funeral home in your time of need.”
— Cheryl Boland
“All of the MEN who work there were kind caring and helpful. The men made the day as easy as possibly for such a hard day.”
— Brittany Friedman
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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