James E Humphrey Funeral Home
1112 W Market St, Pottsville, PA, 17901
Questions to Ask When You Call
You're not expected to know this. These questions help you compare and avoid surprises.
“Can I see your General Price List?”
Federal law (FTC Funeral Rule) requires them to give you itemized pricing. You have every right to ask.
“Do you accept insurance assignment?”
This means they bill the insurance company directly. You don't pay thousands upfront and wait to be reimbursed.
“What's included vs. what's extra?”
Packages may not include everything. Ask about the casket, embalming, transportation, facility fees, and death certificate copies.
Know Your Rights
The FTC Funeral Rule protects you. Every funeral home must provide an itemized General Price List if you ask — in person or over the phone. You are never required to buy a package and can choose services individually. You also have the right to use a casket purchased elsewhere.
Payment & Financial Options
Average in Pennsylvania
$2,745 – $8,633
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
If they had life insurance, it can cover this
Funerals in this area run $2,745–$8,633. If your loved one had a life insurance policy, the benefit can cover these costs — and we'll file the claim and handle the carrier for you, even without the policy number. $0 upfront, and nothing if it doesn't pay out.
Services Offered
Business Hours
What Families Say
“I recently saw the Halloween display you put together for the parade, and I wanted to share my feelings about it. I recently lost a close family member, and seeing a body—even a fake one—strapped to the roof of a funeral home vehicle was very painful and triggered a lot of difficult emotions. I understand the intention might have been lighthearted, but for those of us who are grieving, it felt tasteless and disrespectful. I hope you’ll consider how such displays can impact people who have experienced loss.”
— Heather Jones
“My family and I would like to thank the James E. Humphrey Funeral Home for all they did to make the passing and final arrangements of our father a dignified and loving process. James Humphrey, his family and staff could not have been kinder and more caring. We thank you for your exceptional empathy and professionalism. Dan and Helen, Donna and Rick, Donald, and Ricky D.”
— Daniel
“If you want to feel like you are being taken care of by Family, then there is no other funeral home to choose. Unfortunately we have had to use funeral services but I can't imagine anyone besides James E Humphrey funeral home that would have made those traumatic and heavy situations feel so much lighter less stress and literally like you could walk in and get a hug because they care like family and take very good care of your family and your past on loved ones... Wouldn't recommend anyone else 💚”
— Gretchen Shaud (Gretch)
We can help with what comes next.
We file the life insurance claim and recover unclaimed property — the payout can help cover costs like these. $0 upfront.
Are you James E Humphrey Funeral Home?
Claim your free listing to receive the families we connect you with, show your services and pricing, and partner with MedaSynq — at no cost.
Claim your free listing