James H. Delaney & Son Funeral Home
48 Common St, Walpole, MA, 02081
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
Business Hours
What Families Say
“I lost an Aunt within the month suddenly. My Aunt’s husband’s arrangements were through Delaney Funeral Home, and she expressed a wish to have her arrangements through them as well. Jim and his team exceeded my expectations. My Aunt’s arrangements were made with care & compassion. Everything fell into place from start to finish. My few phone calls with questions were returned promptly. They are a class act! I awakened the next day after the funeral with sadness, of course, but also felt we, together, accomplished a heartfelt funeral with dignity & grace. Jim, you provide such an important service at such a vulnerable period in Family’s lives. Continue your mission and tradition as it has been passed down to you. You and your team care and it means everything to Families as we say good-bye to our loved ones. With Blessings & Thanks, LeAnn B. Tibets, RN”
— L T
“Jim and his team do such an amazing job, above and beyond what I’ve experienced at other funeral homes. They are thorough, professional, communicative and accessible, but more importantly, they really care about each departed person and their loved ones. A special feature is the way they create visual displays of memories throughout the funeral home during services. I also appreciate how they follow up to provide grief resources. I feel so fortunate that we happened to work with them during my loved one’s loss.”
— Nancy Agabian
“I know I should have shared this sooner but losing my daughter has been the most difficult thing I have ever done. Jim Delaney and his staff are the best there is. Caring, compassionate, truly the best. They are there for you every step of the way. They care, which is so important during a loss like this. A million thanks you’s for how they handled everything just doesn’t seem enough. I’m extremely sad over my loss but I was sure glad to have Delaney Funeral Home take care of everything. Thank you so much Jim & Staff Patti Johnson”
— Patti Johnson
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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