James H. Delaney & Son Funeral Home
48 Common St, Walpole, MA, 02081
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
“I lost an Aunt within the month suddenly. My Aunt’s husband’s arrangements were through Delaney Funeral Home, and she expressed a wish to have her arrangements through them as well. Jim and his team exceeded my expectations. My Aunt’s arrangements were made with care & compassion. Everything fell into place from start to finish. My few phone calls with questions were returned promptly. They are a class act! I awakened the next day after the funeral with sadness, of course, but also felt we, together, accomplished a heartfelt funeral with dignity & grace. Jim, you provide such an important service at such a vulnerable period in Family’s lives. Continue your mission and tradition as it has been passed down to you. You and your team care and it means everything to Families as we say good-bye to our loved ones. With Blessings & Thanks, LeAnn B. Tibets, RN”
— L T
“Jim and his team do such an amazing job, above and beyond what I’ve experienced at other funeral homes. They are thorough, professional, communicative and accessible, but more importantly, they really care about each departed person and their loved ones. A special feature is the way they create visual displays of memories throughout the funeral home during services. I also appreciate how they follow up to provide grief resources. I feel so fortunate that we happened to work with them during my loved one’s loss.”
— Nancy Agabian
“I know I should have shared this sooner but losing my daughter has been the most difficult thing I have ever done. Jim Delaney and his staff are the best there is. Caring, compassionate, truly the best. They are there for you every step of the way. They care, which is so important during a loss like this. A million thanks you’s for how they handled everything just doesn’t seem enough. I’m extremely sad over my loss but I was sure glad to have Delaney Funeral Home take care of everything. Thank you so much Jim & Staff Patti Johnson”
— Patti Johnson
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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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