Charles J. O’Shea Funeral Home
603 Wantagh Ave, Wantagh, NY, 11793
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 York
$3,368 – $10,595
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
If they had life insurance, it can cover this
Funerals in this area run $3,368–$10,595. 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
“Amazing funeral home Nicole who took care of our service was absolutely wonderful to work with. She showed so much compassion, understanding, and professionalism during such a difficult time for our family. She went above and beyond to make sure every detail was handled with care and respect. You can truly tell she loves what she does and cares deeply for the families she helps. We’re so grateful for her kindness and support — she made a hard experience a little easier.”
— Penelope Herman
“I had heard about the compassion and excellent service that O’Shea funeral homes are known for prior to my passing of a love one and I was not disappointed . My wife and I met with Kevin Sme and he made this process from start to finish effortless, giving us the time we needed to address other issues. I had used other funeral homes in the past but they made us feel like a number. Kevin and the staff treated us like family, explained the process from beginning to end with dignity and knowledge and left us feeling confident about the decisions we made with them. Kevin and the team over there are our clear choice should we have to deal with this difficult situation again and we thank them wholeheartedly for everything they did for us and our family .”
— Sean Michael
“We recently entrusted Kevin Sme and the team at O Shea Funeral Home with my grandmother’s cremation service, and we are so deeply grateful for the care and compassion they showed our family. From the very first phone call, Kevin guided us through everything with patience, kindness, and professionalism, making a very difficult time a little easier to bear. Every detail was handled thoughtfully and respectfully, and the service was exactly what our family had hoped for—simple, dignified, and full of love. It meant so much to us to see how gently and respectfully my grandmother was cared for. Thank you, Kevin, for your warmth, understanding, and dedication. Your support brought our family real comfort, and we truly appreciate everything you did for us.”
— Anthony Kilpatrick
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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