130 Carew St, Springfield, MA, 01104
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.
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.
Average in Massachusetts
$3,119 – $9,810
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
Funerals in this area run $3,119–$9,810. 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.
“I have to admit my son made all the arrangements for Pickup and services which went off without a hitch. When I received call for pickup it was as painless as possible. Since this was unexpected passing , I was relieved that pickup was that easy. Awesome job all around!!”
— Donald Sasen
“When you are dealing with a loss of a loved one, it can get overwhelming. City Creations was quick to respond and the overall process went smoothly. Their online process was also easy to navigate. When I went to pick up my father’s remains, the gentleman was extremely kind and professional.”
— Jenna Davis
“We live in Arizona and were not sure how to proceed when my sister died this October in Northampton. We contacted a few funeral homes there but their prices were quite high - more than we could spend comfortably. A kind person at one of those homes gave us the name of City Cremations. Our experience with them could not have been better. We were able to complete all paperwork by text. Everything went smoothly, and we received my sister's ashes two weeks after her death. The cost to us was less than half the amount we had been quoted by others. My sister would have been pleased. Special thanks to Manny, who worked with us on the phone. He was very sympathetic to our situation and got us through the process with a minimum of bother. Thanks to all at City Cremations, who helped us at a difficult time.”
— John Walsh
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.
Are you City Cremations, Inc?
Claim and verify your free listing to show your services and pricing and receive family requests. Optional services have separate terms.
Claim your free listing“Do you offer payment plans?”
Many funeral homes allow you to spread the cost over time. Ask about down payments, terms, and financing options.