Douglass, Edgerley, & Bessom Funeral Home
Reading, MA · cheap funeral home
Douglass, Edgerley, & Bessom Funeral Home in Reading, MA lists its prices openly, so families can compare before they commit. For the lowest spend, direct cremation starts at $2,525. Core offerings include memorial services and direct cremation. It is built for families who want clarity on cost up front.
Direct cremation · starting price
What's included
- Transport from place of death
- Cremation process and authorization paperwork
- Basic alternative container
- Filing of death certificate
- Return of cremated remains to family
What's NOT included
- Public viewing or visitation
- Casket upgrade or rental
- Embalming and cosmetic preparation
- Cemetery plot or interment fees
- Memorial merchandise (urn upgrade, keepsakes)
Published prices at this home
| Direct cremation | $2,525 |
Sourced from Douglass, Edgerley, & Bessom Funeral Home's General Price List (FTC Funeral Rule, 16 CFR Part 453). Final cost varies based on selected merchandise and location-specific fees.
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3 budget homes within 50 miles undercut this price.
Common questions
What are the lowest funeral prices at Douglass, Edgerley, & Bessom Funeral Home?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $2,930, basic burial starts at $6,100. Direct cremation is usually the most budget-friendly choice; the final bill depends on the merchandise and services you pick.
Where is Douglass, Edgerley, & Bessom Funeral Home, and how do I get a price quote?
Douglass, Edgerley, & Bessom Funeral Home is at 25 Sanborn St. in Reading, MA. You can reach the home at (781) 944-0284. Ask for the general price list to compare its costs.
What budget-friendly services does Douglass, Edgerley, & Bessom Funeral Home offer?
Douglass, Edgerley, & Bessom Funeral Home provides traditional funeral services, graveside services, memorial services, direct cremation, shipping services. Ask which options carry the lowest published price.
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