Guare & Sons Funeral Home
30 School St #3028, Montpelier, VT, 05602
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?”
Ask whether assignment is available for your policy and location, what fees apply, and what you must pay upfront. MedaSynq does not arrange assignments.
“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
Under the FTC Funeral Rule, funeral homes must give price information by telephone and a written General Price List when you visit in person. Federal law does not require them to send the list by mail or email. You can select individual goods and services and use a casket purchased elsewhere.
Payment & Financial Options
Average in Vermont
$2,745 – $8,633
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
Help filing a known life insurance claim
Funerals in this area run $2,745–$8,633. If your family knows of a life insurance policy, Claim Assist can help file and follow up on the claim. The insurer decides whether to pay. There is no upfront fee; separate service terms apply.
Services Offered
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What Families Say
“I have known the new owner of this Funeral Home for many years! Jon is one of the most caring, respectful and knowledgeable professionals in the funeral service. The folks at Guare and Sons have helped provide many families with excellent service in a compassionate and dignifying manner.”
— Joel Pierce
“Jon Boucher and his staff at Guare and Sons Funeral Home are professional, kind, and compassionate. I’ve known Jon for many years, both professionally and personally. He is one of the most thoughtful people I know, and he is dedicated to caring for people. I am honored to know him, and grateful to have him in our community.”
— Dawn Anderson
“When I first met with the funeral director, he showed me a photograph of his late wife and comforted me about my ailing mother. He was very kind, and his wife was beautiful in the picture. When my mother did pass a few weeks later, I was happy to work with this establishment for her memorial service. When I arrived at the open-casket funeral, though, I noticed that my mother was dressed in the same dress as the director’s wife was in the photo he showed me. Her hair was also the same as hers. I found it odd but wasn’t sure how to address it and just allowed the service to continue normally. During the funeral, he slipped up while speaking and said his own wife’s name instead of my mother’s. Not sure what to think of this.”
— Kit Stephens
We can help with what comes next.
If your family knows of a life insurance policy, Claim Assist can help file and follow up on the claim. No upfront fee; the service fee and terms are disclosed before you enroll.
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