216 Columbia St, Cohoes, NY, 12047
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 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.
“Mark, Dave and Evelyn were great with me and my family during this process. We pre-planned, and the wake and funeral when off with no issue. Thank you for your families professionalism, and attention to detail at our time of need. I would recommend there company.”
— David Girard
“A half hour into my family and I grieving over the loss of someone we loved and cared about. we were all told to pay our respects quickly and leave. The lady put her arms out and was herding us like cattle towards the front and telling us to say our condolences to the family and leave. I felt disrespected and felt that she did not care that we were hurting over our loss.”
— Bianca Cormier
“Dave and Evelyn were wonderful and really helped us during a very difficult time in our lives.”
— April O'Connor
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 Dufresne Funeral Home 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.