Dinoto Funeral Home
17 Pearl St, Mystic, CT, 06355
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.
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What Families Say
“Upon the passing of my husband, the staff at Dinoto Funeral Home were there to guide me through the difficulty of making the arrangements. Joe, Susan and the rest of the staff were kind, compassionate and professional. We decided to have a celebration of life and they transformed the home into a welcoming place to greet and interact with family and friends. A photo montage of my husband throughout his life were on two screens and his favorite music played in the background. I highly recommend Dinoto Funeral Home.”
— Nancy W.
“I never thought about the day that I would need to write a review for a funeral home, but after losing my mother in law unexpectedly last week, here we are. Dinoto's took care of our family from the very first moment we found ourselves in this awful situation. The concern, care, and dedication everyone had to making sure everything went seamlessly was much appreciated. Thank you to Joe and the team for everything.”
— Nicole Sweeney
“If you are ever in the unfortunate position of having to plan a funeral, this is where you want to go. From beginning to end, Joe and crew did absolutely everything to make a terrible and stressful time more manageable. Having never planned a funeral before, neither my mother nor I had any idea what to expect. Joe patiently guided us through the whole process, answered any questions we had, and did everything to honor my father's final wishes. They threw in many small personal touches that they did not have to in order to make my family comfortable. Thank you Joe for your compassion and kindness during what were some of the worst days of our lives.”
— Cassandra Pettus
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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