Carr Funeral Home
220 Bunker Hill St, Charlestown, MA, 02129
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.
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 Massachusetts
$3,119 – $9,810
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
Help filing a known life insurance claim
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.
Services Offered
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What Families Say
“In a dark hour for my family and I, Phil Carr and his son provided us with truly professional and compassionate service. It’s never a good day when you have to contact a funeral director but should that day come,Phil is the person you want to call to help walk you through that very difficult moment in your life. We are forever grateful to Phil and all the people at Carr’s Funeral Home.”
— Brian Strout
“I cannot recommend this place strongly enough. If I could give it 10 stars I would. We laid my Dad to rest here last weekend. These folks treat people correctly, something I’ve found to be a rarity in today’s world. Words can’t describe the empathy, compassion, professionalism and responsiveness of both Phil and his son. The Carr family took a down payment from my Dad 9 years ago and based on a carbon copy receipt alone, paid me interest on Dad’s investment. The service went off flawlessly thanks to this wonderful family. Thanks again Phil.”
— Trigger C
“I have attended services here over the years and always found it to be lovely and well run. I recently helped with the coordination of services for a family member and was so impressed with Carr Funeral Home. This is a family-run business and they treat you like family. A difficult time was made far easier by their caring professionalism. The home itself is beautiful and you can trust that you will receive the best possible care for you and your loved one.”
— Elizabeth Kelley Sullivan
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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