Samsel & Carmon Funeral Home
419 Buckland Rd, South Windsor, CT, 06074
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.
“Do you offer payment plans?”
Many funeral homes allow you to spread the cost over time. Ask about down payments, terms, and financing options.
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 Connecticut
$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
What Families Say
“Our mom Dawn died on June 22. Nathan Holmes was our funerals director. He was terrific. He handled all of our requests without issue. Answered "must do" with precision. He was a very kind and thoughtful young man. Our deepest appreciation! The Cecere family”
— Pat Cecere
“Truly an extraordinary service provider for our recent Mother's services. Nothing about this process is ever easy. Yet, Mark Holmes and the other staff members helped us navigate this process with very minimal stress. Endless questions were quickly answered. Special requests or needs were flawlessly accommo-dated. Kindness and graciousness were there at every step. Mark and the staff at Samsel & Carmon are extremely knowledgeable and truly special people I would recommend this facility without hesitation”
— Cathy T
“I cannot thank Mark Holmes of Samsel and Carmen Funeral Home enough for his kindness, compassion, and ability to make my family and I feel as though we were the only clients dealing with a major loss in the family. Through communication at all hours to Kelly in the office nothing was left to chance. Going above and beyond was common practice for Mark and Kelly. I would highly recommend their level of expertise, honesty, and proven ability to help you navigate the excruciatingly painful aftermath of death. Due to their willingness to go at my pace I was able to make meaningful decisions in a timely manner. Thank you again Mark, Kelly, and the men who opened doors, took coats, smiled, held hands, and provided tissues when needed. Outstanding staff for this military burial! The website has 365 Days-my daily read. God’s peace to all of you.”
— Debra Phillimore
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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