Mikeska Funeral Home
161 Clinton St, Binghamton, NY, 13905
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 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
“Mikeska Funeral handled the services for my Mom. The Funeral home she had requested was no longer in business at the time of her passing. Mikeska stepped in at this critical time had handled everything with sympathy and professionalism. The courtesy and sympathy of the staff made this stressful time for our family much easier. The family is very pleased with the services they provided.”
— Bill Marshall
“You would think "Mikeska Funeral Home" would help the passing of a loved one and do all that they can to ease the pain of the living by doing their job. Not "Mikeska Funeral Home"! They have been instructed, by her surviving Husband, our stepfather, not to provide any family members, the deceased Children (3 Daughters and 1 Son) copies of the death certificate or provide us with any of our Mothers remains. The remains, she wished for her Grandson to bring to her home land. A place she never had a chance to visit but cherishes. This place she holds dear to her heart, Italy. Italy is the one place in this world where she wants to spend her eternity! So "Mikeska Funeral Home" and our stepfather will prevent our Mother from resting peacefully for all eternity. Thank you "Mikeska Funeral Home" you really do your job well and take sides when you know nothing!”
— Ethan Reiss (Factory Records)
“We went to pay our respects to a dear friend at Mikeska funeral home. The funeral home itself is outdated and in need of aesthetic remodeling. I did not find it comforting to the eye and the parking was minimal at best. We had to park behind the building in the grass. A few years ago a loved on died and I found the communication and follow through poor with this funeral home. D & K Wilson”
— Pastor Debra Wilson
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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