Dewhirst Boles Funeral Home and Cremation Service
80 Broadway, Methuen, MA, 01844
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
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What Families Say
“This funeral home has served our family now over four generations and has always provided excellent care and service. My son recently passed away unexpectedly in a foreign country. I no longer live in this area and had to handle everything long distance. Rob Marggraf was an amazing person to work with. He was helpful and compassionate right from the start, always advising me and staying in constant communication. He helped me choose an urn and get it engraved. He put me in contact with a monument company. He offered help in every way possible. Even though no one could attend my son’s burial due to health or distance, it was still done with dignity and beauty. Rob took pictures and sent them to me. Rob went above and beyond helping me navigate this very difficult time and I will forever be grateful. I highly recommend this funeral home for quality, compassion and trustworthy care.”
— Jane Robitaille
“They have no ethics and zero integrity. They took my money and gave my mother's remains to her husband which is fine, but refused to refund me my $2,600 back which I paid out of pocket. When I told Robert Margraff I would be contacting a lawyer he CHUCKLED (If you can believe that) and said " I Didn't Have A Leg To Stand On."" Imagine saying that to someone who just lost their mother!..Stay clear, they're wolves in sheep's clothing. Ken Covey”
— Ken Covey
“Beautiful Funeral Home,beautiful Decor,Funeral Directors are amazing,I truly recommend”
— Luis Cruz
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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