E.P. Mahar & Son Funeral Home
628 Main St, Bennington, VT, 05201
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 Vermont
$2,745 – $8,633
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
If they had life insurance, it can cover this
Funerals in this area run $2,745–$8,633. 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
“Mahar's really came through for my family upon the death of my father. They came to our home within the hour and handled all details quietly, quickly, and efficiently. They promptly put his obituary on their website, and into the two newspapers we requested. They were able to obtain death certificates within a few days, and they have followed up with us to see it they could help with anything else. At all times they have been courteous, timely, and businesslike. Thank you.”
— Dawn King
“Outstanding!!! Above and Beyond experience of our service by ALEXIS....Funeral Home Director. Noone could be more accommodating, helpful, professional, user-friendly!!! Wonderful sense of humor, lovely personality, thorough and responsive through out our time with her, that by the way, she met with us on a moments notice. She turned our grief into a less heavy feeling: truly remarkable.”
— Dorothy Salvato
“Jon French was absolutely amazing to work with, guiding us seamlessly from the initial pre-planning of the memorial service all the way through its execution and beyond. We faced a four-month gap between the day of death and the service, but I quickly learned to completely trust his expertise. Despite his incredibly demanding schedule, Jon always made time to connect with me on every detail. What sets Jon apart is his tireless work behind the scenes. He's an incredible listener, taking to heart wishes for the service, offering thoughtful suggestions, and coordinating all the intricate logistics. His unwavering dedication and genuine support made a difficult time feel much more manageable. What I loved most about working with Jon was his commitment to how we honored our loved one, ensuring every detail of the day was meticulously handled and that my family felt completely comfortable. I cannot recommend Jon French highly enough. He is, without a doubt, an exceptional professional who truly cares.”
— Christi Turner
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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