Earthman Bellaire Funeral Home
4525 Bissonnet St, Bellaire, TX, 77401
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 Texas
$2,370 – $7,456
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
If they had life insurance, it can cover this
Funerals in this area run $2,370–$7,456. 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.
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What Families Say
“My husband and I had talked about pre-need planning for some time but put it off. Then we attended a presentation by Leslie Bonnie at Prosperity Bank and knew this was the perfect time. We scheduled an appointment for her to visit us at our home and she gave us so much great information. She explained all our options and completely understood our personal wishes. We are so grateful to have everything in place for our future needs and very grateful to Leslie for making it happen.”
— Pat Menville
“I cannot express enough how grateful I am for the exceptional care and compassion shown by Jennifer Kerstner and the entire team at Earthman Bellaire Funeral Home. If I could give her more than five stars, I would—she truly deserves the highest praise. From the moment I made that heartbreaking call about the loss of my beloved aunt, Jennifer went above and beyond. She drove back to the funeral home late that same evening to meet me, showing her unwavering dedication. Jennifer made the entire process seamless, staying in constant contact with me from the initial service arrangements to the cremation and finally, the pickup of my aunt’s ashes. Her compassion and commitment during one of the hardest times in my life is something I will never forget. When I arrived to pick up the ashes, everything was so beautifully presented, which provided me with an unexpected sense of peace and closure. I also want to acknowledge Tim, who did a remarkable job with my aunt’s makeup. Despite her wish not to be embalmed, she looked so peaceful, like she was simply resting. The entire experience, though incredibly difficult, was made more bearable thanks to Jennifer and the team’s attention to detail and genuine care.”
— T Kang
“There were so many moments when I felt the Earthman Bellaire team went above and beyond. From the care they took picking my brother up after he died and very slowly drove away down the street knowing I was watching to the time Jennifer took helping my sister and I manage the final arrangements and pick out how we wanted to preserve his ashes to how Jennifer had a private room set up with candles and all the items we chose on display when I went to pick up his ashes, I just can't say enough wonderful things about my experience here. I felt my family was genuinely cared about and treated with so much respect and grace during such a difficult time, and I'm so grateful for it. Everyone there touched my heart and their kindness and support will never be forgotten.”
— Danielle L
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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