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Douglass, Edgerley, Bessom Funeral Home
25 Sanborn St., Reading, MA 01867
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About Douglass, Edgerley, Bessom Funeral Home

Douglass, Edgerley, Bessom Funeral Home is an independently owned funeral home serving the Reading, MA area, which means families are typically working directly with local ownership rather than a regional or national corporation. Direct cremation starts at $2,175 and traditional burial starts at $2,025, though these are starting prices and final costs will vary based on chosen services and merchandise. With only 3 Google reviews, there is not yet enough public feedback to draw reliable conclusions about the consistent customer experience, though the current rating is 5.0 stars — families may want to ask for references or speak directly with staff to get a fuller picture.
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Pricing overview
Source: General Price List · Data as of Apr 2026
Direct cremation
All-inclusive package
$2,525
Traditional burial
Full-service package
$4,675
Direct cremation from
$2,525
Basic Services of Funeral Director and Staff1 items
Basic Services of the Director, Staff, and Overhead
$2,175
Embalming1 items
Embalming
$725
Use of Facilities and Staff4 items
Use of Facilities and Staff for Viewing/Visitation
$740
Use of Facilities and Staff for Funeral Ceremony
$840
Use of Facilities and Staff for Memorial Service
$740
Use of Equipment and Staff for Graveside Service
$195
Transportation3 items
Transfer of Remains to Funeral Home (First Call)
$395
Use of a Funeral Coach (Hearse)
$395
Use of a Family Car (Limousine)
$375
Forwarding of Remains1 items
Forwarding Remains to Another Funeral Home
$2,125
Receiving Remains from Another Funeral Home1 items
Receiving Remains from Another Funeral Home
$2,025
Direct Cremation1 items
Direct Cremation
$2,175
Immediate Burial1 items
Direct Burial
$2,025

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OwnershipIndependent
ServicesNot provided
HoursNot provided
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