Matt Funeral Services Inc
700 Rutger St, Utica, NY, 13501
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 New York
$3,368 – $10,595
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
If they had life insurance, it can cover this
Funerals in this area run $3,368–$10,595. 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
“Just wanted to take a moment and share with everyone the gratitude our family has for Matt Funeral Services. Our family has unfortunately needed their service a few time over the past couple of years and each time the staff has gone above and beyond to make things easy during our difficult times. I would like to especially thank Dominick for all his help and for making our smallest requests not feel like they were a burden.”
— Patty Andrews
“Not my first funeral, but definitely the one that will stand out. Tony and his family cover every detail with grace and compassion. Our "herd of cats" was welcomed like family and treated like royalty. Thank you, Matt, for making a hard time much, much easier.”
— Susan Fanelli
“As they did in 1991 for my Aunt Marie Zumpano, they did the same stellar and perfect job for my father whose funeral was at Matt. The staff is caring and understanding. Matt is so clean and so immaculate. Highly recommend Matt Funeral Home to everyone. Kindness, generous”
— JudeAnne Gossin
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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