Terpening & Son Mortuary
611 W Grand Ave, Artesia, NM, 88210
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 New Mexico
$2,246 – $7,063
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
Help filing a known life insurance claim
Funerals in this area run $2,246–$7,063. 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
Business Hours
What Families Say
“Terpening & Son took care of all the details and helped in any way including checking up on my needs after the sudden loss of my husband. Would recommend to anyone in this time of loss. Thank you Terpening & Son for making this process easier to bear.”
— Melissa Krauter
“The staff is caring and compassionate, they take the time to help you through a difficult process. And communicate with you the way a hometown business would, by treating you like family.”
— Amanda Roy
“The overall experience was very professional and efficient. The different people we talked to always provided great customer service. Brittny is who I talked with the most. She was great.”
— Jesse Rincon
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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