Spear Miller Funeral Home
39 S Benson Rd, Fairfield, CT, 06824
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 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
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What Families Say
“Spear-Miller Funeral Home was wonderful to work with during such a difficult time. From the very beginning, we felt genuine warmth and compassion from everyone there. They truly took care of everything and made the entire process so much easier for our family. It felt like a huge weight was lifted off our shoulders knowing we were in such capable hands. They handled every detail with care and respect, and everything was exactly as we asked. Our grandmother looked lovely, and the service was beautiful. We are so grateful for their professionalism, kindness, and warmth. Highly, highly recommend.”
— Michele Chevrette
“My family had a wonderful experience with Spear-Miller Funeral Home. Everything was straightforward, and we truly appreciated that we weren’t nickel-and-dimed throughout the process. Brendan and Meghan did an exceptional job—not only with clear and compassionate communication but also in creating a beautiful image presentation that genuinely captured the spirit of my mother. Their kindness and empathy really touched my heart during such a difficult time. We are deeply grateful for the care and respect they showed our family.”
— Shaw Furukawa
“I couldn't have been more impressed by my experience with Spear Miller. The professionalism, responsiveness, collaborative nature, and willingness to go above and beyond to meet my needs were elite. Meghan and the team made a difficult situation as easy on my family as possible.”
— Craig Smith
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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