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Funeral Homes in Riverside, Rhode Island

Find funeral home listings in Riverside, Rhode Island. If you have specific preferences, ask about cultural or religious accommodations when you contact a provider. Review details and reach out directly—many providers can answer questions quickly by phone.

W. Raymond Watson Funeral Home

350 Willett Ave

Riverside, Rhode Island 2915

4.3 (21 reviews)

Funeral home • Funeral director • Monument maker

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Smith-Mason Funeral Home

398 Willett Ave

Riverside, Rhode Island 2915

3.7 (6 reviews)

Funeral home • Cremation Ground

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Funeral Costs

How Much Does a Funeral Cost in Rhode Island?

Funeral costs in Rhode Island vary widely by location, provider, and service type. Below is a typical cost breakdown to help you budget and compare.

Average Full-Service
$9,213
Incl. casket, viewing & burial
Direct Cremation From
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Typical Range
$7,370-$11,056
Varies by county

Service-by-Service Cost Breakdown

Typical estimated prices - Rhode Island
Basic service fee
$3,225
Embalming & preparation
$921
Casket (mid-range)
$2,764
Viewing / visitation
$737
Funeral ceremony
$737
Graveside service
$461
Transportation
$369
5 Ways to Reduce Costs
  • - Request a full itemized price list - it is your legal right
  • - Compare at least 3 providers before committing
  • - Direct cremation can save thousands vs. full burial
  • - Pre-planning may lock in today's prices against inflation
  • - You may supply your own casket - homes must accept it
FTC Funeral Rule

Federal law requires every funeral home to provide a complete itemized price list on request by phone or in person. You cannot be required to purchase a bundled package. This applies in all 50 states, including Rhode Island.

What Drives the Price Up
  • - Premium or luxury caskets are the single biggest variable
  • - Metro-area viewing facilities command higher room fees
  • - Multiple certified death certificates at $15-$30 each
  • - Cemetery opening and closing fees often add $1k-$2.5k
  • - Headstones and monument costs are separate
State Laws & Requirements

Rhode Island Funeral Laws & Requirements

Rhode Island has specific regulations governing funerals, burials, and cremations. Understanding these before making decisions can save time and prevent complications.

Embalming is not universally required by law. However, certain conditions like public viewing or interstate transport might require it.
Many states require a licensed funeral director to oversee final dispositions and file the death certificate.
Home funerals are permitted, but you must still comply with local health regulations and paperwork requirements.
State law requires a funeral director to be involved in the filing of paperwork. There are no state laws requiring embalming.
Associations
Rhode Island Funeral Directors Association ↗
Oversees licensing standards and professional conduct for directors statewide.
National Funeral Directors Association (NFDA) ↗
The world's leading, largest, and most trusted association to support funeral professionals.
Licensing Authority
Funeral directors in Rhode Island are licensed and regulated by the state's Department of Health or designated regulatory board.
Quick Reference
Embalming required?No (Usually)
Licensed director required?Yes
Home funeral permitted?Yes

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