Carr Funeral Home
220 Bunker Hill St, Charlestown, MA, 02129
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.
Services Offered
Business Hours
What Families Say
“In a dark hour for my family and I, Phil Carr and his son provided us with truly professional and compassionate service. It’s never a good day when you have to contact a funeral director but should that day come,Phil is the person you want to call to help walk you through that very difficult moment in your life. We are forever grateful to Phil and all the people at Carr’s Funeral Home.”
— Brian Strout
“I cannot recommend this place strongly enough. If I could give it 10 stars I would. We laid my Dad to rest here last weekend. These folks treat people correctly, something I’ve found to be a rarity in today’s world. Words can’t describe the empathy, compassion, professionalism and responsiveness of both Phil and his son. The Carr family took a down payment from my Dad 9 years ago and based on a carbon copy receipt alone, paid me interest on Dad’s investment. The service went off flawlessly thanks to this wonderful family. Thanks again Phil.”
— Trigger C
“I have attended services here over the years and always found it to be lovely and well run. I recently helped with the coordination of services for a family member and was so impressed with Carr Funeral Home. This is a family-run business and they treat you like family. A difficult time was made far easier by their caring professionalism. The home itself is beautiful and you can trust that you will receive the best possible care for you and your loved one.”
— Elizabeth Kelley Sullivan
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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