McElvarr Funeral Homes Inc
1415 E Susquehanna Ave, Philadelphia, PA, 19125
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 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
What Families Say
“Been coming here for years for funerals first Tommy zaroff …now phyllis zaroff …its a nice place …but to me just in the wrong neighborhood there is no parking for no one both times I came here it’s a yuppie neighborhood there’s no parking anywhere around here …and the people around the funeral home have no respect for any one out there …like I said great place great people who work here but all in a tight spot!”
— RIPJanet Strimel
“Really an amazing place. They were prompt, respectful and very caring. It made such a hard time easier to cope with.”
— Alec Terry
“I have to words to describe it. Amazing people”
— Jenny Lynn
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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