56 E Doughty St, Dunkirk, NY, 14048
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.
Average in New York
$3,368 – $10,595
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
Funerals in this area run $3,368–$10,595. 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.
“We highly recommend Mackowiak's Services. Our mom's funeral arrangements in 2023 could not have gone more smoothly. Rick and his staff guided us through planning and carried out the details flawlessly. They could not have been more kind or understanding through the whole process. Stella was a comfort to us as well. Months later when we contacted them with a somewhat unrelated question via email, they responded with the information needed within the hour. Our mom specified Machowiak's for their caring, kind professional services and Mother knows best! The Family of Eleanor Olivieri”
— Ruthanne Kaleta
“Honored to have done my mom’s funeral with mackowiak. Very honest, informative, experienced, thank God for this place.”
— Rose Pagan
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— John Marron
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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