Berry Short Funeral Home Inc
119 SW Front St, Milford, DE, 19963
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.
“Do you offer payment plans?”
Many funeral homes allow you to spread the cost over time. Ask about down payments, terms, and financing options.
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 Delaware
$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
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What Families Say
“My heros in every way.. Have used their services several times . GEORGE SHORT is so compassionate and easy to speak too. The staff are also great. No one looks forward to death, but when the inevitable happens, Shorts Funeral Home is at the top of my list.”
— Janet Macklin
“Words cannot express how grateful and pleased my family and I were with Daniel and his wife Kala of Shorts Funeral Home. Things that my late husband said he would have liked to happen when his time came, Daniel arranged them and made it happen, he made sure we didn’t have to worry about anything. The final price was well within reach and the whole service was absolutely deserving of a career Master Chief in the United States Navy.”
— Wanda Lorentz
“I recently lost my son 😪 and contacted Berry-Short Funeral Home in Milford to handle the arrangements. From the very first phone call I made to them - to the last time I met with them to pick up my son's ashes - they were absolutely AMAZING in the way they took care of all the details!! Of course it was a very difficult time, and they were so compassionate and helpful in guiding us through this very painful process. We met with Daniel and Mr. Short at our first meeting, and they were there for us before, during and after the service to answer any and all questions we had. Daniel was always immediately available by phone or text, which was wonderful!! I would very highly recommend Berry-Short Funeral Home. They made this very difficult process much easier for us. Thank you so much for all of your help and support through this very challenging time.”
— Linda Browning
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.
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