H D Oliver Funeral Apartments
1501 Colonial Ave, Norfolk, VA, 23517
License #fd878342
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 Virginia
$2,495 – $7,848
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
If they had life insurance, it can cover this
Funerals in this area run $2,495–$7,848. 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
“HD Oliver and staff have been wonderful to my family for many decades. They always do an excellent job and are very sincere and helpful during the difficult times when are loved ones leave this earth. Many Thanks!”
— Carter Hancock
“They did a great job for my deceased Mother-in-Law today. We ordered flowers through them and they were great. They even went through the trouble of doing a live-feed of her mass for those who couldn’t attend. Very professional and courteous. Highly recommended.”
— Seabeegt
“While I don't usually write reviews I saw the only review for HD Oliver Norfolk Chapel was a neighbor and felt anyone who wanted to consider this funeral home should read about their service to the family. I chose HD Oliver for my Mother's funeral and they were excellent. They are the only local funeral home, to my knowledge, that has someone on site at all time and that was very important to me. They made me feel very comfortable that they could be entrusted with the most precious person in my life. They provided excellent recommendations for a superb vocalist and organist and their chapel is beautiful. The staff was respectful and extremely professional. Everything about this funeral home is nice and it was also convenient to Forest Lawn. Highly recommend them.”
— Dana Jones
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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