Scillieri Arnold Funeral Home
351 5th Ave, Paterson, NJ, 07514
License #3180
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 New Jersey
$3,244 – $10,202
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
If they had life insurance, it can cover this
Funerals in this area run $3,244–$10,202. 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
“Ms.Retha is like family to us. She takes pride in what she does! She’s very professional, compassionate, understanding just all around great! l can truly say she did an amazing and phenomenal job sending my grandmother off to her next chapter in life. Everything was beautiful my Nana looked so beautiful.she would have loved every bit of it. I can’t thank you enough for all you did for my family and for helping my mom through this difficult time..god bless you Ms. Retha.”
— Jazmin Torres
“Outstanding cannot begin to describe the experience that the Scillieri-Arnold team provided for our dear loved one and the grieving family. Mrs. Arnold and the entire staff went above and beyond to ensure that all needs were met and handled with care and organization. The professionalism displayed never wavered; from initial consultation through the days of service, there was never a moment where we were not heard and concerns/questions treated with priority - the attention to detail and was unmatched down to the custom floral arrangements (pics attached). During a time when situations can become unnerving and overwhelming, the entire staff was a calming and comforting force. I cannot thank you all enough for what you did in providing a dignified, memorable funeral service. Forever appreciative and grateful”
— Leah Curry
“I do not have enough words to properly acknowledge the loving, compassionate and gracious care of services that my Family received upon the passing of our Mother, Betty Delores Hardy. Mom was an elegant woman of grace. She was sent home to Glory in the royal manner she deserved! Mrs. Retha Arnold you are amazing and your wonderful staff were the utmost professionals. You made an emotionally difficult process both smooth & efficient while we processed our grief. Forever we are grateful. The Hardy Family”
— Rose Hardy
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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