Israel S Ray Funeral Home
2101 W 9th St, Chester, PA, 19013
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?”
Ask whether assignment is available for your policy and location, what fees apply, and what you must pay upfront. MedaSynq does not arrange assignments.
“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
Under the FTC Funeral Rule, funeral homes must give price information by telephone and a written General Price List when you visit in person. Federal law does not require them to send the list by mail or email. You can select individual goods and services and use a casket purchased elsewhere.
Payment & Financial Options
Average in Pennsylvania
$2,745 – $8,633
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
Help filing a known life insurance claim
Funerals in this area run $2,745–$8,633. If your family knows of a life insurance policy, Claim Assist can help file and follow up on the claim. The insurer decides whether to pay. There is no upfront fee; separate service terms apply.
What Families Say
“I have different views when it comes to the idea of what this place represents or is needed in regards to just know that as long as you've taken care of the necessary important part of your life's journey there are people here whom are more than willing to get the job done I don't believe money is the issue but some people forget life is important when you have it and you do any thing to get money so just put some of it aside for your going away day we all will have one no exceptions I hope this is understood and not taken in the wrong context we love oneanother that's what makes us unique but we leave each other on a daily basis so let's get what we need in place for when the day come to burden no love ones to the point there breaking their selves to give someone a decent resting place everyone needs to know no one can take care of your business like you can so get things in order so that burden doesn't happen because its very sad when it does trust me I know from experience had to burry 5 of 6 of my children then the 6 one passed away to I just about lost my mind the world stopped for me that very moment”
— marchell arnold
We can help with what comes next.
If your family knows of a life insurance policy, Claim Assist can help file and follow up on the claim. No upfront fee; the service fee and terms are disclosed before you enroll.
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