Nichols-Gilmore Funeral Home
212 E Justis St, Wilmington, DE, 19804
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 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
“We were out of state and our plans for the service evolved. Jim was flexible, worked with our last-minute requests and made the whole process so much easier. The communication with Jim Gilmore could not have been any better. Many thanks to the team at Nichols-Gilmore that showed my family and loved one exceptional care and respect.”
— A Lloyd
“The entire team at Nichols-Gilmore worked tirelessly to support us during the most difficult time in our lives after we lost our mother. Unlike other places I contacted, where the focus seemed to be on money rather than support, Jim, Brendan, Maggie, and Julie prioritized our needs. They took the time to explain everything and immediately began working to ensure that our mother had a beautiful and memorable funeral. Their hard work and dedication allowed us to focus on celebrating her life rather than getting overwhelmed by the logistics of planning the funeral. I reached out to several funeral homes in the area, but many seemed more interested in the financial aspect, which is truly disheartening. Thank you, Team Nichols-Gilmore, for your exceptional service during this challenging time. Keep up the great work!”
— E Hernz (EH)
“The support at Nichols-Gilmore Funeral Home was the most impressive I have experienced to date. I lost my mother in August 2023 suddenly. They made the process of arranging the service and all the details easy. All of the members of the staff are empathic and knowledgeable. Even months later I needed further assistance with documents urgently and they were responsive and expedited my request. I couldn't recommend this funeral home enough.”
— Bryna May
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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