11 Lincoln St, Framingham, MA, 01702
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.
“Brian and the rest of the staff are the most compassionate and respectful people I’ve ever met. They treated me like family and are all easy to work with and had really good suggestions for the service. They even suggested a beautiful chapel nearby since mine and my husband’s family was so large. I was impressed with all the little details like the slideshow, the music, the gorgeous collage of pictures of him and as a surprise they made a blanket for me with pictures of us with a beautiful quote on it. They are very reasonable and always available when I had questions. Thank you, Brian for helping me create a truly beautiful sendoff for Larry!”
— Suzanne Harrington
“First time planning a funeral and was totally clueless. Picked this place based on these reviews and can confirm they deserve all the 5-star reviews. Brian and his team explained everything thoroughly and went above and beyond to make sure our needs were met. Amazing and kind group of people.”
— Luciana Suran
“Funeral homes nice been there a few times but. Whoever is doing these people makeup is absolutely terrible. They left my grandmother looking awful with an ugly pink color. again they did it with a friend. for whoever is doing their makeups learn color theory not everyone like pink lipstick. and why is it always cakey. if i die here close up the casket cause whoever working on the makeup department sucks.”
— Marialys Fuentes
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 McCarthy, McKinney & Lawler Funeral Home and Cremation Services?
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.