Forastiere Smith Funeral Home & Cremation
220 N Main St, East Longmeadow, MA, 01028
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
“Emily and staff where so kind so our family when making arrangements for our beloved 21 year old son. The entire staff was very kind. Their kindness, professionalism and their assistance with writing the obituaries and their staff picked out the most beautiful thank you notes with a picture of our son.”
— tamara jachym
“Loren and her staff handled my mom's arrangements with the utmost care and compassion. Their attention to detail was impeccable. We were treated like family. Such a warm and friendly atmosphere. Would highly recommend without hesitation!”
— Kathleen Duquette
“After my wife passed away earlier this summer, we were blessed to have Kate Moriarty serve as our primary contact at Forastiere Smith Funeral Home to handle the funeral arrangements. For starters, Kate treated me and my children in a very kind and compassionate manner that really resonated with us. She was spot-on in her follow-up of all the details regarding my wife's services, and did it all in a very endearing way that we will always remember. Kate & the rest of the staff at Forastiere Smith also did a superb job of displaying all the pictures, videos and photo albums of my wife that we provided them with. If you find yourself looking for a funeral home that will tend to every detail, both small and large, I would highly recommend Forastiere Smith Funeral Home and ask for Kate Moriarty to be your point person.”
— Mike Mishol
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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