Rice Funeral Home

read moreRice Funeral Home in Worcester, MA has been family owned and operated for over 80 years. Our funeral home's dedicated staff wants to help you and can play a critical role in planning and carrying out a meaningful funeral or memorial service. Our licensed funeral directors are intimately familiar with the funeral planning process, key decisions a grieving family must make, and necessary legal documentation that is required during this difficult time. Our funeral professionals can handle all of the details and help you create a unique service that fits your needs and values.

read moreAt Rice Funeral Home, we take great pride in caring for our families, and will work tirelessly to provide you with a beautiful, lasting tribute to your loved one. In addition to the services we offer, you will receive an online memorial that you can share with family and friends. While honoring your loved one is our top priority, we also want to help you through this difficult time. We have a wide range of resources to support you not only today, but in the weeks and months to come. We can create a customized, online memorial for you to share with family and friends.

read moreWhen someone you know passes away, your first instinct is to offer encouragement, help, and support to those affected - but you may not be sure what to say or do. Does it matter what I wear? Can I bring the children? What should I say to the family of the deceased? When should I visit? Rice Funeral Home offers guidance on the proper etiquette of visitations and funerals, so you'll feel more comfortable and prepared for attending services. It can be difficult to know what to say to the family of the deceased to express your sympathy.

read moreAs part of the services we provide to U.S. Veterans and their families, Rice Funeral Home will complete all of the necessary paperwork and make arrangements for the following benefits for which the veteran is entitled. If you cannot locate veteran paperwork such as the form DD-214 we will work to obtain the information for you. Please contact us for more information or assistance. Massachusetts Veterans who are receiving assistance under M.G.L. Chapter 115 may be eligible for state funds of $4,000, provided that the total funeral expenses do not exceed $5,000.

read moreThe overwhelming feelings of despair, disbelief, shock, and numbness caused by the passing of a loved one cannot be conveyed by mere words. Even when the death is expected, the pain that loss brings can still be devastating. In truth, no one is completely prepared for the death of someone close to their heart. During this difficult time, there are decisions to be made immediately, arrangements to be coordinated, and a lot of things to be considered for your loved one's final farewell. We understand how this may feel overwhelming, especially with the grief you're feeling over the loss.

read moreWhen it comes to your final arrangements, shouldn't you make the decisions? The arrangements you make will reflect your exact wishes and desires. Pre-arranging your own service will help to ease the burden of your loved ones. It will also alleviate any questions, problems or differences, which can occur among family members. Pre-payment will protect you from the rising cost of prices, and it will not be a financial burden on your loved ones. When you plan ahead you know that your wishes will be fulfilled.

read moreOur funeral home is located in the heart of Central Massachusetts in Worcester on Routes 9, 12, and 122A, between Chandler and Pleasant Streets.

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