44 E Main St, Wilmington, VT, 05363
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 Vermont
$2,745 – $8,633
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
Funerals in this area run $2,745–$8,633. 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.
“With every aspect that needed to be taken care of after our mother passing Shea Funeral & Cremation Services respectfully and compassionately took care of us. They were good on short notice and very accommodating. Helped us through a very difficult time by making the planning/decision stages seamless. We also used their memorial company and couldn't be more pleased with the level of attention and care we got there as well. This company as a whole is very accommodating and understanding of each individual situation and we will be forever grateful for that.”
— Molly Russo
“Covey, Allen & Shea made the process extremely easy considering such a difficult situation. They were very caring, compassionate.and efficient.”
— Linda Calabrese
“The staff at Covey, Allen & Shea were incredibly helpful and compassionate with our family throughout the whole process. Answering questions via text, email, and phone calls. Truly a wonderful experience during a very sad time for us. Can't thank them enough.”
— Diane Blankenship
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 Covey, Allen & Shea Funeral & Cremation Service?
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.