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Bell-O'Dea Funeral Home
376 Washington Street, Brookline, MA 02445 · (617) 277-7652
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★★★★★4.916 Google reviews

About Bell-O'Dea Funeral Home

Bell-O'Dea Funeral Home is an independently owned funeral home serving families in Brookline, MA. They offer full-service funeral home options, which typically include traditional burial and cremation services, with direct cremation starting at $2,500 and traditional burial starting at $2,800 — pricing that falls in the mid-range for the greater Boston area. The home holds a 4.9-star Google rating, though with only 16 reviews, that score reflects a relatively small sample size and may not capture the full range of family experiences. For families who value local, independent ownership and straightforward pricing, Bell-O'Dea may be worth a direct conversation to confirm the full scope of services they provide.
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Pricing overview
Source: General Price List · Data as of Apr 2026
Direct cremation
All-inclusive package
$2,500
Traditional burial
Full-service package
$5,300
Direct cremation from
$2,500
Basic Services of Funeral Director and Staff1 items
Basic Services of the Director, Staff, and Overhead
$2,900
Embalming1 items
Embalming
$800
Use of Facilities and Staff4 items
Use of Facilities and Staff for Viewing/Visitation
$600
Use of Facilities and Staff for Funeral Ceremony
$500
Use of Facilities and Staff for Memorial Service
$900
Use of Equipment and Staff for Graveside Service
$500
Transportation3 items
Transfer of Remains to Funeral Home (First Call)
$425
Use of a Funeral Coach (Hearse)
$450
Use of a Family Car (Limousine)
$425
Forwarding of Remains1 items
Forwarding Remains to Another Funeral Home
$2,800
Receiving Remains from Another Funeral Home1 items
Receiving Remains from Another Funeral Home
$2,800
Direct Cremation1 items
Direct Cremation
$2,500
Immediate Burial1 items
Direct Burial
$2,800

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Google Reviews
★★★★★Tatiana Diaz
10 months ago

This funeral home is an absolute class act. They made an incredibly difficult process much easier than it should have been. Matt and the staff at Bell-O'Dea held our hand throughout the entire process - explaining all of our options in detail and providing us with much needed direction and suggestio…

★★★★★cheryl walley
11 months ago

This funeral home was amazing to work with. As one can imagine, dealing with the death of a loved one is emotionally stressful and can be also physically demanding. George did all that he could do for us and then some, and did it all professionally and perfectly. The referring person had told me …

★★★★★Thanh-An Nguyen
a year ago

We are just finish my beloved mom funeral with an excellent help and service from Bell-O Dea. The place is enough and warm for us. Mr. John and staffs are really wonderful and helpful people. Many thanks and again you are the most helpful people to assist us for the last day of my mom! Many thanks a…

★★★★★Daniela L
a year ago

I couldn't express enough of my gratitude to Bell-O'Dea during the recent passing of my husband. During the most difficult time in my life, George provided exceptional care, support, and professionalism. He guided me through every step with patience, never making me feel pressured or overwhelmed. Th…

★★★★★Toni Komst
a year ago

I was blown away with this family owned and operated Funeral Home, Bell-O'Dea! This father son team, John and George, were extremely helpful to my family when my brother passed away recently. Very professional and affordable. They went well beyond what we expected from them. I can't say enough good …

Quick facts
OwnershipIndependent
Phone(617) 277-7652
ServicesNot provided
HoursOpen 24 hours
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