48 Grand St, Niantic, CT, 06357
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 Connecticut
$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.
“Mark was amazing. He is patient, caring and attentive to all the details. The last thing I wanted to think about were the arrangements and Mark coordinated everything we discussed and more. Thank you Mark for making the hardest time in my life a bit easier. ❤️”
— Jennifer Scacciaferro
“My wife was placed in Hospice care and they recommended that I make the funeral arrangements in advance. Pasquale had done the funeral arrangements for my mother 10 years ago. I called Pasquale explained my situation and requested an estimate. After two weeks of waiting for a response I called and spoke to a second individual. The second person assured me that Pasquale would get back to me, but silence. I called Fulton-Theroux Funeral Services and got an immediate response.”
— don cleary
“Mark was great and took care of so much. For what can be an overwhelming time, he made it so manageable and smooth. Thank you.”
— Oshi River
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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