In a bit of a conundrum?

So a close family member of my boyfriend’s just passed away and he told me how he’d like for me to go with him to the funeral, as support and to meet his dad’s side of the family.

While I want to be there for him I also don’t think it’s ideal to meet his family for the first time at a funeral. And I’m kind of stuck because he sounds like he needs me and I really wanna be there for him but at the same time I don’t want to inconvenience anyone by being there. So should I stay? Should I go?? I’d really appreciate some advice 👍🏼